News from June 2022
Austin Events July 4-10
By Julie Giyer | Jun 30, 2022
July 5: Absolute Beginning Ballet Workshop for Adults
Shuford on monkeypox spread in state: 'It’s not surprising to see the virus spread in Texas'
By John Suayan | Jun 30, 2022
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) reported that dozens of monkeypox cases were confirmed within the state as of Thursday, according to Austin ABC affiliate KVUE.
Family of late cyclist on capture of murder suspect: 'We’re relieved to know this phase of uncertainty is now behind us'
By John Suayan | Jun 30, 2022
The suspect in the death of a young cycling star who allegedly evaded arrest for more than a month was captured in Costa Rica on Wednesday, authorities said in reports from Austin-based media outlets.
Bill Peacock implores SEC to drop Climate Disclosure Rule: 'Avoid the human, social, and economic harms'
By Caleb Lombardo | Jun 30, 2022
In an SEC filing on June 17, Bill Peacock, policy director of the Energy Alliance, brought up his worry about the prospective ESG regulation under consideration by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
McCaul calls for action on human trafficking: Expert calls trafficking 'The essence of the modern-day slavery'
By Caleb Lombardo | Jun 30, 2022
According to Reuters, on June 27th, 51 immigrants were discovered dead outside San Antonio.
Longhorns star infielder collects another accolade: 'Ivan Melendez put together a season to remember for baseball fans'
By John Suayan | Jun 29, 2022
The awards just keep coming for University of Texas (UT) Longhorns first baseman Ivan Melendez.
CapMetro names first police chief: 'We are so pleased to have Mr. Robins on board'
By John Suayan | Jun 29, 2022
The City of Austin’s public transportation agency named Eric Robins as its inaugural police chief on Tuesday, Austin-based media outlets reported.
Congress is ignoring small businesses on tech antitrust
By Rob Retzlaff | Jun 29, 2022
For years, small businesses nationwide have raised alarms about misguided legislation targeting America’s biggest online companies - Google, Facebook, Apple, and Amazon.
Paxton on letter to Garland: 'It's the federal government’s job to protect the American people against violent acts, threats and persecution'
By John Suayan | Jun 28, 2022
Texas Attorney General (AG) Ken Paxton joined a group of state attorneys general on Monday in asking U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland to look into threats and attacks made against pro-life groups and judges, according to a press release issued by his office.
H-E-B free First Sunday at museum
By Press Release | Jun 28, 2022
The Bullock Enjoy FREE exhibition admission all day during Free First Sundays, held the first Sunday of every month.
Quintero: 'American households are under pressure like never before'
By Dalal Museitef | Jun 28, 2022
James Quintero, policy director for the Texas Public Policy Foundation, recently discussed an opportunity for Texans to lower property taxes.
Nirenberg on discovery of deceased migrants in truck: 'Tonight we’re dealing with a horrific human tragedy'
By John Suayan | Jun 28, 2022
Authorities said on Monday that 46 people were discovered dead inside of a semitruck outside of San Antonio, according to San Antonio CBS affiliate KENS and Austin NBC affiliate KXAN.
Coody on first-ever pro golf win: 'It feels like a blur'
By John Suayan | Jun 27, 2022
Nearly a month ago, Pierceson Coody helped the University of Texas (UT) Longhorns men's golf team win the program's fourth overall national championship.
Cornyn reacts to Roe v. Wade overturn, clarifies tweet: 'Thank goodness some SCOTUS precedents are overruled'
By John Suayan | Jun 27, 2022
A tweet that U.S. Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) sent on Saturday in response to former President Barack Obama's regarding the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade gave way to speculation that the longtime lawmaker is calling for the return of segregation, Austin NBC affiliate KXAN reported.
Quintero: 'The Texas Legislature has a historic opportunity to provide substantial tax relief to all Texans'
By Glenn Minnis | Jun 27, 2022
Texas Public Policy Foundation’s Government for the People Initiative policy director James Quintero is hoping to see state lawmakers put the needs and desires of residents first.
Austin Events June 27-July 3
By Julie Giyer | Jun 26, 2022
June 27: Good Egg Bad Egg Hosted by Megan Tucei & Elizabeth Spears
Cuccinelli: 'Nothing Texas has done to date will stem the flow of illegal border crossers'
By T.H. Lawrence | Jun 24, 2022
Encounters at the southern border have skyrocketed, and the announcement that Title 42 expulsions will be ending has led to the expectation that the number of migrants seeking to illegally enter the United States will further increase.
TAMU ousts Texas from College World Series: 'Horns. Go. Down.'
By John Suayan | Jun 24, 2022
The Texas A&M (TAMU) Aggies baseball team overcame an early 2-0 deficit on Sunday to eliminate bitter rival Texas (UT) from the 2022 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) College World Series (CWS) in Omaha, Nebraska, with a 10-2 victory, per a TAMU-issued press release that was ran by Bryan-College Station CBS affiliate KBTX.
Abbott on overturn of Roe v. Wade: 'Texas is a pro-life state, and we have taken significant action to protect the sanctity of life'
By John Suayan | Jun 24, 2022
Gov. Greg Abbott praised the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade on Friday, according to a press release issued by his office.
Pet of the Week: Moonlight
By Submitted by Enhanced Adoption Center | Jun 24, 2022
Pet of the Week: Moonlight