An allegation of a date-rape drugging of a Texas State Capitol staffer by a lobbyist has led to outrage and investigations. U.S. Rep Lloyd Doggett (D-35) leads an effort to persuade Governor Greg Abbott to release federal funds granted weeks back to support school districts and students statewide, which have been withheld by State officials. Williamson County officials and homeowners protest the purchase of a hotel in their county by the City of Austin for the purpose of housing homeless people. The NB IH-35 to NB 183 flyover closes for construction for the next four months. Austin blues guitar hero Denny Freeman has died at 76. Austin FC gets their first ever franchise win - and goal - in a victory over the Colorado Rapids. Jorbin West and Michelle Murray win their divisions in the return of the Austin Half Marathon. The annual Barks For Beers fundraiser for Divine Canines returns after a year off for the pandemic. U.S. Census Bureau data examines the political impact of large numbers of young newcomers upon cities like Austin. And, we could be in for the wettest week of the year so far.
