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Homicide Investigation in the 9300 block of Northgate Boulevard

By North Austin News | Jan 9, 2024

The Austin Police Department (APD) is currently investigating a homicide that occurred on Monday, January 8, 2024, in the 9300 block of Northgate Boulevard at the Avalon Palms apartment complex. The victim has been identified as Francisco Muntufa Miranda, a 21-year-old Hispanic male.According to reports, APD officers responded to a shooting at the Avalon Palms apartment complex at around 7:48 p.m. Upon arrival, they discovered Miranda with a gunshot wound. He was immediately transported to a local hospital by the Austin-Travis County EMS but unfortunately succumbed to his...

City of Austin Activates Cold Weather Shelters on Tuesday, Jan. 9

By North Austin News | Jan 9, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas - The City of Austin has announced that it will be opening overnight cold weather shelters on Tuesday, Jan. 9. Registration for the shelters will take place between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. at One Texas Center (OTC), located at 505 Barton Springs Road. This location will serve as the central embarkation point for individuals seeking a warm place to spend the night.To ensure that the information reaches those who need it most, the City has shared its plans with community partners who work directly with Austin's unsheltered population. Additionally, the City has...

Report: 44.4% of the 117 students at Lago Vista High School not on "college track" in 2020-21 school year

By North Austin News | Jan 9, 2024

Of the 117 students at Lago Vista High School in Lago Vista, 52 (44.4%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2020-21 school year, according to North Austin News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

Cheapest diesel in cities across Williamson County in week ending Jan. 6

By North Austin News | Jan 8, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Williamson County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

There were 9,880 Asian students enrolled in Travis County schools in 2021-22 school year

By North Austin News | Jan 8, 2024

There were 9,880 Asian students enrolled in Travis County schools in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

Weiss High School: 44.9% of the 434 students not on "college track" in 2020-21 school year

By North Austin News | Jan 8, 2024

Of the 434 students at Weiss High School in Pflugerville, 195 (44.9%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2020-21 school year, according to North Austin News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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Gateway Tech High School: 78% of the 71 students not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By North Austin News | Jan 8, 2024

Of the 71 students at Gateway Tech High School in Georgetown, 56 (78%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to North Austin News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

2024 MLK Community March and Festival Happening Jan. 15

By North Austin News | Jan 8, 2024

The annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Community March and Festival is set to take place on Monday, January 15, 2024, in Austin, Texas. Organized by the Austin Area Heritage Council and the City of Austin, the event commemorates the legacy of Dr. King while highlighting the diverse and vibrant culture of the city.The community march will kick off at 9 a.m. at the Martin Luther King, Jr. statue on the University of Texas campus. Participants will then proceed south through the campus and along San Jacinto Boulevard until reaching the south steps of the Texas State Capitol for...

APD Detectives Search for Three Suspects in Connection to Robberies and Aggravated Assaults

By North Austin News | Jan 8, 2024

The Austin Police Department Robbery Unit is seeking the public's help in identifying three suspects involved in a series of crimes that occurred on Sunday, December 31, 2023. The incidents include two aggravated robberies and an aggravated assault, which took place at different locations throughout the day.The first robbery occurred at 1:03 a.m. at Whataburger on the North Interstate Highway 35 Service Road NB. According to reports, the suspects, described as Spanish speakers with foreign accents, threatened the store clerk at gunpoint before fleeing in a black Honda...

Homicide Investigation at 9411 Parkfield Drive

By North Austin News | Jan 8, 2024

On January 7, 2024, a tragic shooting took place at 9411 Parkfield Drive in Austin, Texas. The incident resulted in the deaths of two individuals, Deondre Flint and Jamie Davis. The Austin Police Department (APD) received multiple calls reporting the shooting at approximately 4:46 a.m.Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered Flint and Davis, both unresponsive and suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite prompt medical attention, they succumbed to their injuries shortly thereafter. Another individual was also injured in the incident but is expected to recover....

There were 1,454 Asian students enrolled in Taylor County schools in 2021-22 school year

By North Austin News | Jan 7, 2024

In Taylor County schools, 3.9% of students identified as Asian in the 2021-22 school year.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Travis County in week ending Jan. 6

By North Austin News | Jan 7, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Travis County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Report: 46.2% of the 13 students at Gateway Tech High School not on "college track" in 2020-21 school year

By North Austin News | Jan 7, 2024

Of the 13 students at Gateway Tech High School in Georgetown, six (46.2%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2020-21 school year, according to North Austin News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

2021-22 School Year: 83% of the 123 students at Georgetown Charter Academy not on "college track"

By North Austin News | Jan 7, 2024

Of the 123 students at Georgetown Charter Academy in Morgans Point Resort, 103 (83%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to North Austin News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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Homicide Investigation in the 9300 block of Northgate Boulevard

City of Austin Activates Cold Weather Shelters on Tuesday, Jan. 9

Report: 44.4% of the 117 students at Lago Vista High School not on "college track" in 2020-21 school year

Cheapest diesel in cities across Williamson County in week ending Jan. 6

There were 9,880 Asian students enrolled in Travis County schools in 2021-22 school year

Weiss High School: 44.9% of the 434 students not on "college track" in 2020-21 school year

Gateway Tech High School: 78% of the 71 students not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

2024 MLK Community March and Festival Happening Jan. 15

APD Detectives Search for Three Suspects in Connection to Robberies and Aggravated Assaults

Homicide Investigation at 9411 Parkfield Drive

There were 1,454 Asian students enrolled in Taylor County schools in 2021-22 school year

Cheapest diesel in cities across Travis County in week ending Jan. 6

Report: 46.2% of the 13 students at Gateway Tech High School not on "college track" in 2020-21 school year

2021-22 School Year: 83% of the 123 students at Georgetown Charter Academy not on "college track"

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