Mari Salazar
KVUE News
Austin, TX, United States
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Local Austin leaders say they plan to extend rent protections
Councilmember Greg Casar said more announcements regarding rent protection are coming soon. → Read More
As Central Texas school districts plan to give teachers raises, educators question the pay bumps
Austin ISD, Leander ISD and Hays CISD are some of the Central Texas school districts giving staff raises next school year. → Read More
'There isn't enough money' | Experts weigh in on Texas-Mexico border wall construction process
The State of Texas reports workers are starting to clear land to restart construction on a border wall. → Read More
National firework shortage impacting Central Texas stands before July 4th
Right before the holiday weekend, fireworks experts warn residents to buy their supply early. → Read More
Austin ISD approves budget for 2021–22 fiscal year, includes staff pay raises
On Thursday, Austin ISD board members approved a pay raise plan for teachers and staff. → Read More
ATCEMS reports high number of rescue calls as new drone team assists with searches
ATCEMS's 'SPARTAN' team launched in January, and officials said it's been especially useful this year. → Read More
Austin ISD changes discipline policy after new data shows racial inequities in expulsions, suspensions
An Austin ISD principal addresses the new policies and what she's looking forward to next year as the changes are implemented. → Read More
Austin-Travis County EMS reports dozens of heat-related calls in June as temperatures rise
ATCEMS reminds Central Texans to be extra careful when going outdoors this summer. Here are tips to stay safe. → Read More
'I don't really wish this upon anyone' | Downtown Austin mass shooting victim in infamous photo re-learning to walk
Adrianna Salazar, 19, said her family needs help paying for her medical bills. → Read More
Austin City Council passes major eviction prevention resolutions, among other items
The Austin City council approved several items aimed at improving life in the Austin area. → Read More
Austin ISD alum's experience leads to policy change; AISD starts new sexual assault training in response
A former student said when she reported her sexual assault, the district handled it poorly. She's looking forward to new changes. → Read More
Leander ISD expects 7,000+ students by 2026; community members create bond proposal for new schools
The Citizens' Facility Advisory Committee will present a bond proposal to help with growth within LISD. → Read More
New Texas law helps struggling high school seniors if they failed STAAR tests this year
House Bill 999 went into effect on Monday. → Read More
'I can't believe she's gone' | Friends mourn death of 20-year-old Pflugerville woman killed in hit-and-run
The Texas Department of Public Safety said the driver involved is still on the loose. → Read More
'We are ready for events to come back safely'
Austin's Audic Empire plans to perform at ACL Music Festival for the first time, and band members said they've been waiting for this confirmation. → Read More
1,900+ sign petition to push local leaders to fund homeless housing
After Austinites voted to reinstate the camping ban, the Austin Justice Coalition said the homeless need attention now. → Read More
Texas businesses react to Gov. Abbott ending federal COVID-19 unemployment benefits
Starting June 26, Texans who are out of work will stop getting an extra $300 per week. → Read More
Restaurant Revitalization Fund | New program for U.S. businesses to get aid during the pandemic
President Joe Biden said the program provides emergency assistance for eligible U.S. businesses impacted by COVID-19 shutdowns. → Read More
Austin ISD officials plan 'typical' school year for 2021-22
AISD's superintendent said there will be more face-to-face learning, but they'll pay attention to CDC guidelines and health officials' advice. → Read More
Round Rock ISD parents divided on mask requirement protocol
Round Rock ISD Board of Trustees voted in April to keep the mask rules in place through the end of the year. → Read More