Barrera suspect worked as waiterJan 27, 2012 | 9:00 pmJames Loren Brown worked as a waiter at the IHOP restaurant near Downtown Austin and co-workers say he was well-liked and a hard worker.
How to ditch the "9 to 5" scheduleJan 27, 2012 | 7:30 pmOver 800 working moms and dads, and future entrepreneurs, turned out to a special conference at the Hyatt Friday afternoon to learn how to ditch the 9 to 5 schedule, for a more flexible one.
Students win for their 'fridge art'Jan 27, 2012 | 5:30 pmArcher Black and
Maximiliano
Saravia from Anderson High School designed the door that won the Judge's Choice category.
Dublin Bottling Works boss visits AustnJan 27, 2012 | 5:00 pmDublin Bottling Works may have lost its historic Dublin Dr Pepper brand, but owners are confident of a strong future, especially in the company's biggest market: Austin.
Troopers give motorcyles a try againJan 27, 2012 | 4:00 pmTexas highway patrol haven't used motorcycles since the early 1970s. Three state troopers are giving it a go again in Austin.
Teacher quits, investigation under wayJan 27, 2012 | 4:00 pmA
Bastrop teacher, Jonny
Frelich, the girls' softball coach, resigned his position on Jan. 13 amid allegations that he was involved in a case of inappropriate contact with a student.
Feds reject Texas insurance waiverJan 27, 2012 | 3:30 pmThe federal government on Friday rejected a request by Texas to be excluded from a new law that limits how much health insurance companies can spend on overhead.
Storm scares pets from their homesJan 27, 2012 | 3:00 pmThe Austin Animal Center is being flooded with pets after the storm earlier this week. The staff is encouraging owners to come look for their pets before they are adopted.
Police need help to find copper thievesJan 27, 2012 | 3:00 pmSince late August thieves have been climbing on the rooftops of businesses in large strip centers. They have cut and stolen more than $10,000 in copper tubing from air conditioning systems.
Barrera suspect worked as waiterJan 27, 2012 | 9:00 pmJames Loren Brown worked as a waiter at the IHOP restaurant near Downtown Austin and co-workers say he was well-liked and a hard worker.
How to ditch the "9 to 5" scheduleJan 27, 2012 | 7:00 pmOver 800 working moms and dads, and future entrepreneurs, turned out to a special conference at the Hyatt Friday afternoon to learn how to ditch the 9 to 5 schedule, for a more flexible one.
Students win for their 'fridge art'Jan 27, 2012 | 5:30 pmArcher Black and
Maximiliano
Saravia from Anderson High School designed the door that won the Judge's Choice category.
Dublin Bottling Works boss visits AustnJan 27, 2012 | 4:30 pmDublin Bottling Works may have lost its historic Dublin Dr Pepper brand, but owners are confident of a strong future, especially in the company's biggest market: Austin.
Troopers give motorcyles a try againJan 27, 2012 | 4:00 pmTexas highway patrol haven't used motorcycles since the early 1970s. Three state troopers are giving it a go again in Austin.
Teacher quits, investigation under wayJan 27, 2012 | 3:30 pmA
Bastrop teacher, Jonny
Frelich, the girls' softball coach, resigned his position on Jan. 13 amid allegations that he was involved in a case of inappropriate contact with a student.
Storm scares pets from their homesJan 27, 2012 | 3:00 pmThe Austin Animal Center is being flooded with pets after the storm earlier this week. The staff is encouraging owners to come look for their pets before they are adopted.
Police need help to find copper thievesJan 27, 2012 | 3:00 pmSince late August thieves have been climbing on the rooftops of businesses in large strip centers. They have cut and stolen more than $10,000 in copper tubing from air conditioning systems.
Dance teacher gets 2 years for assaultsJan 27, 2012 | 2:30 pmStacey Aldridge could have received a sentence of up to 20 years on each of two sexual assault counts, but a jury gave him minimal time in prison.
iPad Stolen from Dallas AirportJan 27, 2012 | 7:00 pmAn IPad was stolen from a man in the Dallas airport. He thought it was lost until pictures the thieves took started showing up on his home computer.
School Offers Drag Racing ElectiveJan 27, 2012 | 7:00 pmAn Arkansas school is offering an unusual elective. A couple of teachers are giving kids the chance to race their hot rods in a safe and controlled environment.
Two Women Celebrate 107 BirthdaysJan 27, 2012 | 7:00 pmTwo Colorado women are celebrating major birthdays. Both ladies are well past the age of 100 years old.
Sam LaHood Could Face Jail in EgyptJan 27, 2012 | 6:30 pmSam LaHood, son of the US Transportation Secretary and one of several Americans barred from leaving Egypt last weekend, said Friday he could be facing five years in jail.
Jackson Doc Seeks Release from JailJan 27, 2012 | 5:00 pmThe doctor convicted of involuntary manslaughter in Michael Jackson's death asked a judge Friday to release him from jail pending his appeal.
US Sends Floating Base to Middle EastJan 27, 2012 | 4:30 pmThe US Navy will convert a warship into a makeshift base for commando teams in the Middle East, FOX News Channel confirmed Friday.
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Huntsman to Chair Family FoundationJan 27, 2012 | 4:30 pmFormer Utah Governor Jon Huntsman, with a little more time on his hands following his withdrawal from the presidential race, is turning his attention toward his family's drive to help cancer patients.
APD Searches For Copper ThievesJan 27, 2012 | 2:30 pmPolice are searching for several suspects accused of posing as service men and stealing copper from business rooftops.
2 Charged With Robbery Of Credit UnionJan 27, 2012 | 1:30 pmAustin Police say they have charged two suspects in the connection with the December 2011 robbery of A-Plus Federal Credit Union.
I-35 Lower Deck Weekend ClosuresJan 27, 2012 | 10:00 amOn January 29, sections of the lower level of Interstate 35 will see periodic closures as TxDOT crews work to replace outdated rails on several downtown area bridges.
School Bus Involved in CrashJan 27, 2012 | 7:00 amThere was a two-vehicle accident involving a school bus on Ross Road and Pearce Lane Friday morning.
Groundbreaking Held For WillCo EOCJan 26, 2012 | 9:00 pmWilliamson County officials gathered Thursday to break ground on their new $18 million Emergency Operations Center.
Pregnancy Center Ordinance Causes DebateJan 26, 2012 | 8:00 pmPregnancy resource centers caused a heated debate at Austin City Hall on Thursday afternoon as council members and pro-life advocates discussed a controversial ordinance.
Homeless man facing charges after downtown atJan 27, 2012 | 7:00 pmThe arrest of a homeless man for robbery by assault charges has renewed a debate by downtown Austin business owners regarding the safety of their customers.
Austin elementary students test hearts, mindsJan 27, 2012 | 4:30 pmFor some elementary students in Northwest Austin it was Science Day. Professionals volunteered their time and talent to demonstrate the miracles of technology.
Settlement talks under way in redistricting sJan 27, 2012 | 1:30 pmThe Texas attorney general and lawyers for minority groups are in talks to hammer out a settlement on how to draw the state's political maps.
Burglary suspects lead police on North AustinJan 27, 2012 | 12:00 pmAPD says officers arrived in the 9000 block of Lamar Boulevard near Long Spur in search of suspects related to a series of burglaries in the 1500 block of Jersey.
Westminster Dog Show welcomes six new breedsJan 27, 2012 | 11:00 amThis year, six dogs will make history as the newest breeds eligible to compete at the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.
Homeless man facing charges after downtown atJan 27, 2012 | 6:30 pmThe arrest of a homeless man for robbery by assault charges has renewed a debate by downtown Austin business owners regarding the safety of their customers.
Austin elementary students test hearts, mindsJan 27, 2012 | 4:30 pmFor some elementary students in Northwest Austin it was Science Day. Professionals volunteered their time and talent to demonstrate the miracles of technology.
Burglary suspects lead police on North AustinJan 27, 2012 | 11:30 amAPD says officers arrived in the 9000 block of Lamar Boulevard near Long Spur in search of suspects related to a series of burglaries in the 1500 block of Jersey.
Stuntwoman talks about staying fit, looking yJan 27, 2012 | 10:00 amAustin's own Cheryl Wheeler Duncan has been doubling for Hollywood's leading ladies for 20 years. She has performed stunts for women like Rene Russo, Jessica Alba, Cameron Diaz and Brooke Shields.
Volunteers needed for Bastrop State Park cleaJan 27, 2012 | 9:00 amThe clean up comes after Wednesday's storms brought massive floods. Officials say volunteers are needed to help from 9 a.
Pflugerville Animal Shelter accused of botchiJan 27, 2012 | 8:00 pmA volunteer with the Pflugerville Animal Shelter is accusing it of causing undue suffering to animals during euthanasia.Kelly Myles has filed a formal complaint with the Texas Department of State Health Services.
UT Researchers Make Cancer DiscoveryJan 27, 2012 | 8:00 pmThe cause of cancer and how it continues to grow in the body has scientists all over the world working on a solution.Researchers at the University of Texasâ????s Department of Chemical Engineering here in Austin say they've made a discovery that could lead to new approaches on predicting, treating and preventing this horrible disease.
Suspected New Year's Day attacker worked at DJan 27, 2012 | 8:00 pmMore information is being learned about the man Austin police say is the prime suspect in the New Yearâ????s Day murder of Esmeralda Barrera.Managers at the IHOP on I-35 and Cesar Chavez have confirmed he was employed at the restaurant and they are currently cooperating with Austin police in their investigation of 25-year-old James Loren Brown.
Feds reject Texas request for insurance waiveJan 27, 2012 | 7:00 pmThe federal government has rejected a request by Texas to be excluded from a new law that would limit how much health insurance companies can spend on overhead.The law is part of recent changes in health care law that Texas officials say is unconstitutional.
Settlement talks under way in Texas redistricJan 27, 2012 | 4:00 pmThe Texas attorney general and lawyers for minority groups are in talks to hammer out a settlement on how to draw the state's political maps.The chairman of the Mexican American Legislative Caucus said Friday that Attorney General Greg Abbott approached his group to hammer out a compromise that would keep the state's primary vote on April 3.
Bastrop High School coach arrested for impropJan 27, 2012 | 2:00 pmA Bastrop High School assistant softball coach has been arrested for an improper relationship with a studentAccording to Bastrop County jail records, 31-year-old Jonathan Matthew Frelich was booked into the jail on Thursday.Heâ????s been charged with an improper relationship between educator/student.
Austin Police Hunting For Alleged Credit UnioJan 27, 2012 | 2:00 pmAustin police are looking for a man they say helped a woman rob a bank last month.Shortly after, a woman named Sharon Shafer was arrested earlier this month for a 2010 bank robbery.
Neighbors shocked they lived next to King St.Jan 27, 2012 | 1:30 pmPolice say DNA evidence links James Loren Brown to five assaults so far. Now theyâ????re trying to link him to the murder of Esmeralda Barerra and another nearby attack.
Fort Hood shooting suspect wants to delay triJan 27, 2012 | 1:00 pmDefense attorneys for the Army psychiatrist charged in the Fort Hood shooting rampage want to delay his March murder trial.A military judge set a hearing next week to consider Maj.
Actress' Choice to be Gay Draws IreJan 27, 2012 | 5:30 pmCynthia Nixon learned the hard way this week that when it comes to gay civil rights, the personal is always political. Very political.
Clooney Warns of Pitt PrankJan 27, 2012 | 12:30 pmNotorious prankster George Clooney has warned Hollywood pal Brad Pitt to brace himself for the mother of all pranks.
Arquette Cameo on Wife's 'Cougar Town'Jan 27, 2012 | 11:30 amDavid Arquette will guest star on Courteney Cox's comedy series "Cougar Town," a rep for the show confirmed Friday.
American Idol Goes Down to TexasJan 27, 2012 | 7:00 amThey say everything is bigger in Texas. It must be true: Thursday's episode of American Idol featuring auditions from Galveston was certainly a big improvement over other recent shows.
Demi Moore's 911 Call to Be ReleasedJan 27, 2012 | 5:30 amAuthorities are set to release a 911 call made from Demi Moore's home earlier this week.
'Welcome Back Kotter' Actor Hegyes DiesJan 27, 2012 | 4:30 am"Welcome Back Kotter" actor Robert Hegyes died Thursday in New Jersey, from a suspected heart attack.
Actor Robert Hegyes DiesJan 26, 2012 | 7:00 pmRobert Hegyes, the actor best known for playing Jewish Puerto Rican student Juan Epstein on the 1970s TV show "Welcome Back Kotter" has died. He was 60.
Tubby tabby gets knee replacementJan 27, 2012 | 1:30 pmOn Thursday, the 10-year-old cat from Upperville, Va., received what doctors believe is the first feline total knee replacement in the U.
Principal dives in river to rescue boyJan 27, 2012 | 4:30 amAn elementary school principal in New Hampshire jumped into a frozen river to save a 10-year-old student who fell through the ice.
Lawyer withdraws $7.5M lottery claimJan 27, 2012 | 3:30 amA New York attorney's decision to withdraw his claim on a multimillion dollar Iowa Lottery prize doesn't put to rest officials' questions about how he obtained the ticket.
Snow White rivalry heats upJan 27, 2012 | 3:30 amRelativity insists its PG-rated version of the Brothers Grimm story is a family comedy while Comcast Corp.'s Universal is marketing "Huntsman" as a gritty medieval thriller featuring a plate-armor-wearing Kristen Stewart and ax-wielding Chris Hemsworth.
Sajak, White did 'Wheel' drunkJan 26, 2012 | 2:30 pmSajak said in an interview on ESPN2 this week that the long-time game show team would occasionally walk over to a nearby restaurant for "two or three or six" margaritas during a break in taping early "Wheel of Fortune" shows in California.
Four children found in trunk of carJan 26, 2012 | 10:30 amA British court has banned a man from driving for a year after he was caught traveling with four children in the trunk of his car.
NJ camel: Giants will win Super BowlJan 26, 2012 | 8:30 amNew Jersey's football-pickin' camel has signaled the New York Giants will win the Super Bowl.
Cat in cockpit grounds flightJan 26, 2012 | 7:30 amAn airplane full of Air Canada passengers weren't too happy with Ripples the cat. He escaped from his crate and delayed a flight for hours.
Feds: Man hoped to pin murder on catJan 26, 2012 | 7:00 amA southern Illinois man faces federal charges that accuse him of planning to kidnap, extort and electrocute a wealthy man in a killing the suspect allegedly looked to pin on a cat.
Long-Delayed Diabetes Drug ApprovedJan 27, 2012 | 1:00 pmFederal health regulators have approved Amylin Pharmaceutical's long-delayed diabetes drug Bydureon, a next-generation treatment that requires fewer injections than the company's current offering, Byetta.
Mystery Illness Has No Apparent CauseJan 25, 2012 | 5:00 pmImagine having the feeling that tiny bugs are crawling on your body, that you have oozing sores and mysterious fibers sprouting from your skin. Sound like a horror movie? Well, at one point several years ago, government doctors were getting up to 20 calls a day from people saying they had such symptoms.
New Supplement Promises Mental FocusJan 24, 2012 | 11:30 amFor people looking for a dose of mental edge, a purported brain enhancer called citicoline is popping up in beverages and dietary supplements.
Study: Stem Cells May Aid VisionJan 23, 2012 | 1:00 pmLOS ANGELES (AP) - Two legally blind women appeared to gain some vision after receiving an experimental treatment using embryonic stem cells, scientists reported Monday.
Report: Sex OK for Most Heart PatientsJan 19, 2012 | 1:00 pmGood news: Sex is safe for most heart patients. If you're healthy enough to walk up two flights of stairs without chest pain or gasping for breath, you can have a love life.
Warning Signs of Toxic FriendshipsJan 19, 2012 | 9:30 amn life, all good things must come to an end. Friendships are no exception to this rule.
WH Says Health Overhaul On TrackJan 18, 2012 | 8:00 amWhite House officials say President Barack Obama's health care overhaul is on track in many states - but they're preparing a federal backstop anyway.
Doctors Doubt Safety Of TamifluJan 18, 2012 | 4:30 amDoctors questioned the effectiveness and safety of the main drug used to treat pandemic flu, in a report out Wednesday.
