Oct 11, 2024 – AUSTIN, Texas — Austin leaders won’t bend the rules for Torchy’s Tacos on South Congress, putting the location’s future in doubt. City leaders denied a request that would allow the South Austin location to sell alcohol despite being within 300 feet of Lively Middle School.

As students begin heading back to school, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds all Texans to exercise heightened caution and adhere to safety measures implemented to protect students, staff and fellow drivers this school year. This includes tips on how to safely drop off and pick up your
Oct 17, 2024 – AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Senate Committee on State Affairs began evaluating state laws and regulations surrounding THC-infused beverages. It is currently legal to sell hemp-infused beverages in Texas, and bars are also allowed to sell the drinks – as packaged or mixed with alcohol – 
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Many Americans still have no idea how to help an overdose. More than 3 of 4 people don’t know how to help or know that a person in overdose should be administered an OD-reversing nasal spray, and the reversal drug is harmless if a person isn’t suffering an OD. An

The Austin Police Department has arrested and charged an 18-year-old man in connection to a fentanyl overdose death that occurred in April. The 17-year-old’s death follows another 
