Obama Administration Expands "TechHire" Jobs Initiative
The White House is adding 15 new communities to its "TechHire" initiative for getting low-skilled workers jobs in the tech economy.
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The White House is adding 15 new communities to its "TechHire" initiative for getting low-skilled workers jobs in the tech economy.
POTUS will be making a debut appearance this year at the South by Southwest festival. No, that's not some hipster band. It's the 44th president of the United States.
An Austin police officer who worked security at last year's South By Southwest festival on Monday described the chaotic scene when a speeding car plowed into a crowd of people, leaving four dead and more than 20 hurt.
The trial is set to begin for the man accused in the deaths of four people when he smashed into a crowd of South By Southwest festival goers two years ago.
Jury selection is underway in the capital murder trial of the man accused of running down a Fort Worth couple and more than two dozen others in Austin last year during the South By Southwest festival.
The suspect in last year's deadly South By Southwest crash in Austin has pleaded not guilty to capital murder and murder charges.
Austin ranks among the best cities in America in several categories, including best bike cities, most fittest and most vegan friendly
A Texas trooper is in trouble for a picture posted on social media.
A man flying from Dallas to Chicago on Southwest Airlines was denied reboarding in St. Louis allegedly over vulgar language on t-shirt.
It was a combination many concert attendees in Austin on Tuesday had waited all year to happen -- St. Patrick's Day, Spring Break and the South By Southwest music festival.
North Texan Curtisha Davis remembers walking down Red River Street in Austin, heading to a restaurant to get food. The next thing she remembers is waking up in a hospital bed.
Ensuring film-lovers won't forget about them, actresses Molly Ringwald and Ally Sheedy reminisced about making "The Breakfast Club" at a Texas screening of the fully-restored iconic 1985 film.
Are you heading to South By Southwest this year? Explore the Live Music Capital of the World like a seasoned veteran with this guide to taking a vacation in our state's capital.
Take a look at 10 of the best places for food in Austin, TX, some of which may surprise you.
The initial wave of victim lawsuits since four people died at the South by Southwest music festival accuse organizers of safety lapses after a driver struck a crowd of concertgoers.
SXSW organizers say a new report they commissioned showed this year's festival having a $315 million impact on the Austin economy. Officials say 134,000 people attended at least one SXSW event in March.
One of the two Fort Worth victims of last week's deadly South by Southwest crash in Austin is back home in North Texas. Curtisha Davis' life was turned upside down when an accused drunk driver drove through a crowd at the SXSW Festival.
Austin Police have confirmed that a third victim has died as a result of injuries suffered in last week's deadly crash at the South By Southwest Festival in Austin.
South by Southwest festival has come to an end, but two Fort Worth teens are still recovering from a deadly accident caused by a drunk driver.
Rapper Tyler, the Creator was arrested Saturday for a riot incident that happened on Thursday at the South by Southwest festival in Austin.
The drunken-driving suspect who police say killed two people after smashing through a street barricade at SXSW did not use his brakes and even accelerated as he approached crowds. Rashad Owens is now charged with one count of Capital Murder.
A deadly crash doesn't seem to be slowing down SXSW. Crowds have been packing venues near the site where an alleged drunk driver plowed into a crowd of concertgoers. A memorial for the victims and their families sits among the throngs of people.
The Blood and Tissue Center of Central Texas was running low on donations before Thursday morning's deadly crash but has received support since asking for help.
The question so many people are asking is what was alleged SXSW crash driver Rashad Owens thinking? While it may be some time -- if ever-- before we know a definitive answer to that question, CBS 11 News has learned why the suspect was in Austin.
Criswell says recovery starts immediately – from insurance questions to navigating potential federal aid – as communities face growing disaster risks and possible changes to FEMA's role.
Katie Buck waded into dangerous, fast‑moving water to free trapped animals — including a porcupine she carried out bare‑handed — as her rescue facility was overwhelmed by sudden flooding.
Using data from federal science and environmental agencies, the team measured not only how much rainfall fell in the area but also the extent of the area affected.
Moviegoers travel for hours and buy tickets months in advance to experience the massive film format shown at only 25 theaters nationwide.
The city's annual program aims to boost literacy by keeping children reading through the summer, offering prizes and support from the public library system.
Criswell says recovery starts immediately – from insurance questions to navigating potential federal aid – as communities face growing disaster risks and possible changes to FEMA's role.
Katie Buck waded into dangerous, fast‑moving water to free trapped animals — including a porcupine she carried out bare‑handed — as her rescue facility was overwhelmed by sudden flooding.
Using data from federal science and environmental agencies, the team measured not only how much rainfall fell in the area but also the extent of the area affected.
Moviegoers travel for hours and buy tickets months in advance to experience the massive film format shown at only 25 theaters nationwide.
The city's annual program aims to boost literacy by keeping children reading through the summer, offering prizes and support from the public library system.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Prosper police detectives say they were punished after reporting an alleged affair between a sergeant and a detective, prompting accusations that the department retaliated against whistleblowers.
Only about 7% of homes in Texas have flood insurance.
Payments for country club dues, luxury jet services, and even a reality show competition are not how you'd expect a community non-profit to use its donations.
An alleged leader of the operation was arrested in Europe and returned to the United States last week.
Democratic candidate for Texas Comptroller Sarah Eckhardt tells Jack Fink about her race against Republican Don Huffines, who will become Acting Comptroller on August 1st. She also discusses her opposition to the taxpayer-funded school choice program, calling it a voucher scheme.
Republican candidate for Texas Comptroller Don Huffines will become Acting Comptroller on August 1st, months before he is set to face Democratic candidate Sarah Eckhardt. "I wanted as much of a head start as I could get in the office to understand it," Huffines told Jack Fink. "Understand the processes, understand the team members and the government."
President Trump delivered a speech on election security Thursday night at the White House. Here are the facts behind some of his claims.
Republican Texas Rep. Wes Virdell tells Jack Fink about the flood conditions while outside the emergency operations center in Kerrville. As the Guadalupe River overflows behind him, he discusses how last year's flooding affected the area during the current floods. He also said the legislature will need to allocate more money for flooding sirens, and that the $50 million doesn't go far enough because one county alone will need $40 million.
"Markets already move on Truth Social posts," the company's chief executive said in the Truth API announcement.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Texas health officials are urging families to safely wash, handle and cook produce as Cyclospora cases rise.
Here's a breakdown of what you need to know about this pest and how to keep your pets safe and healthy.
Health officials are warning Texans about a seasonal rise in the intestinal parasite cyclosporiasis, with cases reported across the state.
Mayor Jim Ross said hotel revenue in the city was a record $31 million in June, smashing the previous mark of $23 million.
Cuban alleges Patrick Dumont has engaged in "adversarial business practices."
During every U.S. World Cup match, 18-year-old Aaron Dotson was selling patriotic gear in downtown Dallas.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Customers say they've gone to three, sometimes even four stores, to find a specific jersey.
Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Jones has not yet been seen at a tournament-high nine games at the Cowboys' home stadium.
France and Spain meet in a highly anticipated World Cup semifinal showdown at Dallas Stadium.
Red, white, and blue filled Klyde Warren Park in Downtown Dallas, but it's the flag of France, not the U.S.A., flying over hundreds of fans.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
