Austin American-Statesman

Children sled down a hill at Murchison Middle School following a winter storm that brought rain, sleet, and freezing temperatures to North Austin on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026.

List: Austin, Central Texas school closures and delays Tuesday

Some Central Texas school districts have canceled or delayed school Tuesday as icy conditions persist from a weekend wintry blast.

Actor Matthew McConaughey walks the red carpet for “The Rivals of Amziah King," during South by Southwest at the Paramount Theatre on Monday, March 10, 2024 in Austin.

Fans slam Uber Eats ad starring McConaughey, Bradley Cooper

College Football

Ethan Burke, Cade Klubnik reflect on path from Westlake to Shrine Bowl

Brandon Strube, left, holds his daughter Aria Strube, right, in their home near Bastrop. They were nominated to Season for Caring after her grandfather died from cancer and her grandmother, Jennifer Maldonado, has her own cancer to fight. This is the last week to give to the 27th year of the Statesman charity program.

Season for Caring

Statesman charity is $7K from its best year ever. How to help Austin families

This image taken from video provided by WABI television, emergency services work on a scene of the Bombardier Challenger 600 crash at the Bangor Airport in Maine, late Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026. (WABI via AP)

7 dead, 1 injured after Houston-registered private jet crashes in Maine

A Texas teen is dead and another is injured after a sledding accident in Frisco on Saturday, Jan. 24.

Fatal Frisco sledding accident leaves 1 teen dead, another critically injured

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As girls district races narrow, Cedar Park, Hendrickson retain leads

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Fans slam Uber Eats ad starring McConaughey, Bradley Cooper

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Hook'em

Texas Longhorns defensive lineman Byron Murphy II (90) celebrates after a sack against TCU Horned Frogs quarterback Josh Hoover (10) in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, November. 11, 2023, at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas.

Longhorns Football

Super Bowl LX to feature three former Texas football players

The Seattle Seahawks will play the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX. These former Texas Longhorns are set to take part.

Longhorns Baseball

How TikTok assisted Texas infielder Ethan Mendoza during the offseason

Texas infielder Ethan Mendoza told reporters on Friday that he put on between 15 to 20 pounds during the offseason. Assisting Mendoza in that weight gain? TikTok.

Texas Longhorns guard Tramon Mark (12) smiles after subbing out of the game in the second half of the Longhorns’ game against the Georgia Bulldogs at the Moody Center in Austin, Jan. 24, 2026. Texas won the game 87-67.

Longhorns Men's Basketball

Hook 'Em! See photos as the Texas Longhorns beat Georgia Bulldogs

Longhorns Football

Which Texas, Texas A&M football players are shining at Shrine Bowl?

Texas Longhorns tight end Jack Endries (88) celebrates a first down in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Longhorns Men's Basketball

Texas vs Georgia: Replay, highlights as Longhorns beat No. 21 Bulldogs

Texas Longhorns forwards Camden Heide (5) and Lassina Traore (23) battle Georgia Bulldogs guard Blue Cain (0) for the ball in the first half of the Longhorns’ game against the Georgia Bulldogs at the Moody Center in Austin, Jan. 24, 2026.

Longhorns Football

3 things we learned from Texas Longhorns' $23.3 million deficit

Texas athletic director Chris del Conte walks the sideline during the game against Vanderbilt at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025 in Austin.

Longhorns Football

Where does the Longhorns' transfer class rank nationally?

Auburn Tigers wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) catches a deep pass before running it into the end zone for a touchdown as Auburn Tigers take on Texas A&M Aggies at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024.

Texas Longhorns defensive lineman Byron Murphy II (90) celebrates after a sack against TCU Horned Frogs quarterback Josh Hoover (10) in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, November. 11, 2023, at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas.

Longhorns Football

Super Bowl LX to feature three former Texas football players

The Seattle Seahawks will play the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX. These former Texas Longhorns are set to take part.

Longhorns Football

Which Texas, Texas A&M football players are shining at Shrine Bowl?

Texas Longhorns tight end Jack Endries (88) celebrates a first down in the third quarter of the Lone Star Showdown, the rivalry match-up between the Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Nov. 28, 2025. The Longhorns won the game 17-27.

Longhorns Football

3 things we learned from Texas Longhorns' $23.3 million deficit

Texas athletic director Chris del Conte walks the sideline during the game against Vanderbilt at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025 in Austin.

Longhorns Baseball

How TikTok assisted Texas infielder Ethan Mendoza during the offseason

Texas infielder Ethan Mendoza told reporters on Friday that he put on between 15 to 20 pounds during the offseason. Assisting Mendoza in that weight gain? TikTok.

Texas Longhorns guard Tramon Mark (12) smiles after subbing out of the game in the second half of the Longhorns’ game against the Georgia Bulldogs at the Moody Center in Austin, Jan. 24, 2026. Texas won the game 87-67.

Longhorns Men's Basketball

Hook 'Em! See photos as the Texas Longhorns beat Georgia Bulldogs

Longhorns Men's Basketball

Texas vs Georgia: Replay, highlights as Longhorns beat No. 21 Bulldogs

Texas Longhorns forwards Camden Heide (5) and Lassina Traore (23) battle Georgia Bulldogs guard Blue Cain (0) for the ball in the first half of the Longhorns’ game against the Georgia Bulldogs at the Moody Center in Austin, Jan. 24, 2026.

Longhorns Football

Where does the Longhorns' transfer class rank nationally?

Auburn Tigers wide receiver Cam Coleman (8) catches a deep pass before running it into the end zone for a touchdown as Auburn Tigers take on Texas A&M Aggies at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024.

Texas Longhorns receiver Parker Livingstone (13) makes a catch during the game against Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025 in Gainesville, Florida.

Longhorns Football

Texas football transfer portal hub: Who's staying and who's leaving

As the transfer portal window opens, Texas football players have begun to make decisions on their future. Here's what we know.

Sports

Cedar Park guard Jayla Green (22) prepares to shoot the ball against Lehman at Cedar Park High School on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026 in Cedar Park, Texas.

High School Sports

As girls district races narrow, Cedar Park, Hendrickson retain leads

It wasn't a barn burner, but Cedar Park's 38-34 win over Lehman was enough to keep the Timberwolves one game in front of the District 25-5A pack.

College Football

Ethan Burke, Cade Klubnik reflect on path from Westlake to Shrine Bowl

This week's Shrine Bowl has given Texas DE Ethan Burke and Clemson QB Cade Klubnik the chance to reflect on their Westlake HS playing days and NFL draft paths.

NFL

Who's playing in Super Bowl 2026? Date, kickoff time, location and halftime show

MLS

Wherever Austin FC needs him, Jon Gallagher can play anytime, anywhere

Austin FC defender Jon Gallagher (17) celebrates after goal March 23 against San Diego FC goalkeeper CJ dos Santos (1) during the first half at Q2 Stadium in Austin.

Golden: How Texas' defense shut down high-scoring No. 21 Georgia

Texas basketball's best second-half performance in weeks took down the explosive Georgia Bulldogs. If the defense isn't fixed yet, Saturday was a nice start.

Will Lee III (4) of Texas A&M reacts after a tackle in the first half against Miami during the 2025 College Football Playoff First Round Game at Kyle Field on Dec. 20, 2025 in College Station. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Aggies

Will Lee III scouting report: Meet 2026 NFL draft hopeful

Will Lee III was a steadying presence in Texas A&M's secondary last season. Now, he's preparing to enter the 2026 NFL Draft. Here's a look at his draft profile.

Cedar Park guard Jayla Green (22) prepares to shoot the ball against Lehman at Cedar Park High School on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026 in Cedar Park, Texas.

High School Sports

As girls district races narrow, Cedar Park, Hendrickson retain leads

It wasn't a barn burner, but Cedar Park's 38-34 win over Lehman was enough to keep the Timberwolves one game in front of the District 25-5A pack.

College Football

Ethan Burke, Cade Klubnik reflect on path from Westlake to Shrine Bowl

This week's Shrine Bowl has given Texas DE Ethan Burke and Clemson QB Cade Klubnik the chance to reflect on their Westlake HS playing days and NFL draft paths.

NFL

Who's playing in Super Bowl 2026? Date, kickoff time, location and halftime show

Golden: How Texas' defense shut down high-scoring No. 21 Georgia

Texas basketball's best second-half performance in weeks took down the explosive Georgia Bulldogs. If the defense isn't fixed yet, Saturday was a nice start.

Will Lee III (4) of Texas A&M reacts after a tackle in the first half against Miami during the 2025 College Football Playoff First Round Game at Kyle Field on Dec. 20, 2025 in College Station. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Aggies

Will Lee III scouting report: Meet 2026 NFL draft hopeful

Will Lee III was a steadying presence in Texas A&M's secondary last season. Now, he's preparing to enter the 2026 NFL Draft. Here's a look at his draft profile.

MLS

Wherever Austin FC needs him, Jon Gallagher can play anytime, anywhere

Austin FC defender Jon Gallagher (17) celebrates after goal March 23 against San Diego FC goalkeeper CJ dos Santos (1) during the first half at Q2 Stadium in Austin.

Sports Columns

Cedric Golden

Cedric Golden|Sports columnist

Golden: How Texas' defense shut down high-scoring No. 21 Georgia

Texas basketball's best second-half performance in weeks took down the explosive Georgia Bulldogs. If the defense isn't fixed yet, Saturday was a nice start.

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Entertainment

Thousands of users report Crunchyroll issues, Downdetector shows

Reports of Crunchyroll streaming issues spiked Monday afternoon, according to Downdetector. Here’s where users are seeing problems.

George Strait to play Austin this April, how to get tickets

Country music legend George Strait just announced two shows coming to Austin's Moody Center this April. His last two Moody Center dates sold out in 2022, so here's how to get tickets this Friday.

Former Texas Longhorn and Tennessee Titans quarterback Vince Young visits Austin to officially open his Vince Young Steakhouse restaurant at 301 San Jacinto downtown across from the Austin Convention Center. The restaurant featured highlights from Young's career at UT and several photos from the national championship victory.

Dining

Downtown Austin icon Vince Young Steakhouse shuts doors

Fans slam Uber Eats ad starring McConaughey, Bradley Cooper

Actor Matthew McConaughey walks the red carpet for “The Rivals of Amziah King," during South by Southwest at the Paramount Theatre on Monday, March 10, 2024 in Austin.

Peak Austin: Snow, sleds, sidewalk hockey hit the city streets

Gordon Siegfriedt snowboards down an icy Rain Creek Parkway in Austin, Texas, on Sunday, inspired by a skier on South Congress Bridge earlier that morning.

Dining

Restaurants open in Austin following the ice storm

The interior dining space at June's All Day on Friday, November 18, 2016. DEBORAH CANNON / AMERICAN-STATESMAN

From ‘Sinners’ to ‘F1’: What to watch while Austin freezes

Michael B. Jordan attends the European premiere of "Sinners" at Cineworld Leicester Square on April 14, 2025 in London, England.

Thousands of users report Crunchyroll issues, Downdetector shows

Reports of Crunchyroll streaming issues spiked Monday afternoon, according to Downdetector. Here’s where users are seeing problems.

Fans slam Uber Eats ad starring McConaughey, Bradley Cooper

Actor Matthew McConaughey walks the red carpet for “The Rivals of Amziah King," during South by Southwest at the Paramount Theatre on Monday, March 10, 2024 in Austin.

Dining

Restaurants open in Austin following the ice storm

The interior dining space at June's All Day on Friday, November 18, 2016. DEBORAH CANNON / AMERICAN-STATESMAN

George Strait to play Austin this April, how to get tickets

Country music legend George Strait just announced two shows coming to Austin's Moody Center this April. His last two Moody Center dates sold out in 2022, so here's how to get tickets this Friday.

Former Texas Longhorn and Tennessee Titans quarterback Vince Young visits Austin to officially open his Vince Young Steakhouse restaurant at 301 San Jacinto downtown across from the Austin Convention Center. The restaurant featured highlights from Young's career at UT and several photos from the national championship victory.

Dining

Downtown Austin icon Vince Young Steakhouse shuts doors

Peak Austin: Snow, sleds, sidewalk hockey hit the city streets

Gordon Siegfriedt snowboards down an icy Rain Creek Parkway in Austin, Texas, on Sunday, inspired by a skier on South Congress Bridge earlier that morning.

From ‘Sinners’ to ‘F1’: What to watch while Austin freezes

Michael B. Jordan attends the European premiere of "Sinners" at Cineworld Leicester Square on April 14, 2025 in London, England.

Features Columns

American-Statesman restaurant critic Matthew Odam had a tasty 2025.

Matthew Odam|Restaurant critic and reporter

Restaurants open in Austin following the ice storm

After a slow morning, more Austin restaurants and bars are opening their doors as the city starts to thaw out a bit (for now).

Michael Barnes

Michael Barnes|Columnist

Getting into the nitty gritty of the Balcones Fault and Escarpment

For this installment of "From the Archives," we answer questions about the Balcones Escarpment and the Balcones Fault

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Opinion

During recent winter weather, Amber warms herself in the sun outside her tent at a car wash on Menchaca Road on Monday, where she and several other unhoused people have been sheltering with overnight temperatures in the teens.

Your Voice

What I learned through friendship with Austin homeless man in his final years

A powerful reflection on friendship, dignity and grief as Judy Knotts recounts her more than 10 year bond with an Austin man who was homeless until his death.

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