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Meta threatens to remove news content from Facebook, Instagram if forced to pay news publishers

Meta Platforms Inc. said it would end news content on Facebook and Instagram in Canada if lawmakers pass legislation to force social-networking platforms to pay media publishers to feature their … more

By Lynn Doan, Bloomberg News (TNS) | 5/10/23

14-year-old girl shot while playing hide-and-seek in Louisiana

A teen girl was shot and wounded while playing hide-and-seek in Louisiana over the weekend, police said Monday. The 14-year-old girl, who has not been publicly identified, was shot in the back of the … more

By Joseph Wilkinson, Tribune News Service | 5/11/23

Demonstrators participate in a mental health rally at the Texas Capitol, organized by the National Alliance on Mental Illness, in 2013.

When it comes to upping mental health services, Texas has a Medicaid problem

At the Clarity Child Guidance Center in San Antonio, some 200 children covered by Medicaid have been waiting as long as three months to see a mental health therapist. That’s because few mental … more

By Stephen Simpson, The Texas Tribune | 5/12/23

Leander High School, seen on Sept. 29. 2022, Leander, Texas. Leander ISDâ??s A.C. Bible Stadium is to the left.

Leander ISD anticipating recapture payments to grow

Leander ISD expects its recapture payments to the state to increase from $36 million to $50 million for next year, according to estimates presented at the April 27 Leander ISD Board of Trustees … more

By Clayton Kelley, Staff Writer | 5/9/23

Austin FC forward Rodney Redes (11) was named “man of the match” after scoring a first-half goal during a US Open Cup match between Austin FC and New Mexico United on May 10, 2023 in Austin. Austin FC won, 2-0.

Redes, Urruti lift Austin FC past New Mexico United in U.S. Open Cup

Emiliano Rigoni took one touch to get past a defender and picked out Adam Lundqvist near the left sideline. Lundqvist needed just one pass to find a wide-open Maxi Urruti for an easy goal. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/11/23

Keco Motton resigned from the Cedar Park Police Department and was arrested Friday, May 5, 2023, by Texas Rangers on a sexual assault charge.

Criminal complaint: Former Cedar Park officer allegedly sexual assaulted victim who called police

The former Cedar Park Police officer facing a sexual assault charge allegedly sexual assaulted the victim of a call he was dispatched to check on earlier this month, according to the probable cause … more

By JOSH MONIZ, Senior Reporter | 5/11/23

Amani Graham of Cedar Park High School (1209) competes in the Class 5A girls 100-meter hurdles during the UIL State Track and Field Meet on Thursday, May 11, 2023 in Austin.

Cedar Park senior Amani Graham wins bronze at UIL State track meet

When Amani Graham started running track as an eight-year-old, she never took it too seriously. Then she started hurdling. Then she started winning. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/13/23

Austin FC midfielder Daniel Pereira (6) moves the ball during an MLS soccer game between Austin FC and CF Montreal on Mar. 4, 2023, in Austin. Austin FC won, 1-0.

Austin FC winless streak continues after loss to FC Dallas

Austin FC has been in a constant state of ‘almost’ for the last two months. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/14/23

Kevin Sanchez of Vandegrift High School runs in the Class 6A boys 3200-meter run during the UIL State Track and Field Meet on Saturday, May 13, 2023 in Austin.

Vandegrift senior Kevin Sanchez wins two medals in final high school meet

Kevin Sanchez is just as proud of representing the Vandegrift name on the front of his jersey as he is of the multitude of medals he’s won in his illustrious high school running career. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/13/23

UPDATE: Death of former Cedar Park Police officer charged with sexual assault under investigation; Criminal complaint outlines allegations

The death of a former Cedar Park Police officer recently charged with sexually assaulting a woman who had called the police about a domestic disturbance is under investigation by the Killeen Police … more

By JOSH MONIZ, Senior Reporter | 5/15/23

Collin Carrejo and Rouse beat Alamo Heights in back-to-back games at Concordia to advance to the regional quarterfinals, where they will face Cedar Park.

Offense comes alive for Rouse in area round win over Alamo Heights

When Rouse senior Collin Carrejo puts on a headband, he does kind of look like Johnny Lawrence — one of the delinquents from the 1984 film The Karate Kid. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/15/23

Drew Robertson had seven strikeouts in Cedar Park's Game 1 win over Medina Valley on Thursday. The Timberwolves swept the Panthers to advance to the regional quarterfinals.

Cedar Park sweeps Medina Valley to advance to regional quarterfinals

Over the last month and a half, the Cedar Park baseball team has been able to stay relaxed. The winning has followed. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/15/23

Leander High School, seen on Sept. 29. 2022, Leander, Texas.

Community members, students can now join LISD Long-Range Planning Committee

Leander ISD is expanding its ten-year Long-Range Planning Committee to allow community members, students and parents to apply to join it for the first time. The application process is now open … more

By Clayton Kelley, Staff Writer | 5/16/23

The Vandegrift girls golf team lifts the trophy after winning the state title on Tuesday. From left to right: Head caoch Aaron Ford, Eden McSpadden, Mimi Burton, Breanna Hoese, Danica Lundgren, Sydney Givens, coach Jaime Sierra.

Vandegrift girls win first-ever state golf title, Givens earns individual silver

The Vandegrift girls’ golf team had May 16 circled on the calendar from day one. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/16/23

Crystal Falls Parkway extension (Ronald Reagan Boulevard to CR 175)

As Wilco mulls new road bonds, Cedar Park, Leander pitch top projects

Williamson County is mulling whether to bring a new bond before voters this November to address the county's long-term transportation needs related to county roads and regional trails. To … more

By JOSH MONIZ, Senior Reporter | 5/17/23

The Texas Stars fell to the Milwaukee Admirals 4-3 in game 3 of the Central Division Finals Wednesday night at the HEB Center. Game 4 is set for Friday night, and Game 5 would be Sunday night if necessary.

Texas Stars on brink of elimination after Game 3 loss to Milwaukee Admirals

For perhaps the first time all season, the Texas Stars have no room for error. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/18/23

Rouse senior Collin Carrejo pitched five innings on Friday, allowing two runs with five strikeouts as the Raiders rallied for a 9-8 win over Cedar Park in the regional quarterfinals.

Rouse rallies for win over Cedar Park in regional quarterfinals

Rouse junior Landon Miller knew exactly what pitch to look for the third time he came to the plate on Friday night. He didn’t miss. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/20/23

Austin FC forward Gyasi Zardes (9) heads the ball over Toronto FC defender Matt Hedges (2) during a Major League Soccer match on May 20, 2023 in Austin, Texas. Austin won, 1-0.

Gyasi Zardes finding his form as Austin FC continues to build momentum

Of all the traits that make Gyasi Zardes one of the all-time forwards in MLS history, one of the most important is his perseverance. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/20/23

Curtis McKenzie and the Texas Stars fell to the Milwaukee Admirals 5-2 in Game 5 of the Central Division Finals on Sunday night. The Admirals won the series 3-2 as the Texas season came to an end.

Texas Stars season ends after Game 5 loss to Milwaukee Admirals

The Texas Stars dug themselves an early hole they couldn’t climb out of. The season is over because of it. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/22/23

Man pleads guilty to manslaughter in 2020 Cedar Park fatal shooting after murder charge resulted in mistrial

A Texas man pled guilty on May 8 to a manslaughter charge related to his fatal shooting of another man in Cedar Park in 2020. Kelly Lawrence Schernik, 40, entered his plea before his case was given a … more

By JOSH MONIZ, Senior Reporter | 5/22/23

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