Recent Austin transplant Shannon Bixler stops by the studio

Hollywood and Broadway legends are in Austin this weekend for a concert called "Doin' it for Love" at the Paramount. The show benefits the Texas Humane Legislation Network, a group that fights to get legislation passed for the humane treatment of dogs.

The Central Austin high school went into lockdown just before 1:15 p.m. Wednesday after police received reports of a student with a weapon. No weapon was found and the lockdown was lifted about 40 minutes later.

The Texas Attorney General's Office requested a Williamson County district judge consider a gag order in Mark Alan Norwood's case. The 57-year-old was arrested last year for the 1986 murder of Christine Morton. Morton's husband, Michael Morton, was wrongfully convicted of the crime, and spent nearly 25 years behind bars. Newly-tested DNA evidence exonerated Morton and led investigators to Norwood.

If you're reading this, chances are you don't need much of an introduction to Stephen Malkmus. The Stockton, California native long ago entrenched his place in rock 'n' roll lore with reluctant indie demigods Pavement. Stephen Malkmus & The Jicks will play the Mohawk tonight with Nurses and TV Torso, and it appears (remarkably!) that there are still some tickets available. How often do you get the chance to witness a legend? [ more › ]

The ongoing drought conditions have prompted the LCRA board to make changes to its water management plan. After a two-day conference, the river authority voted to accept changes to the plan Wednesday.

In this edition of "Active Now," Olympic long-distance runner Leo Manzano shows Ricky Doyle how he stays at the top of his game.

After a successful debut last year, The Wine & Food Foundation of Texas is back with their second annual Cowboys + Gauchos showdown at noon on Sunday, March 4th at the Salt Lick Pavilion. Texas barbecue over an open fire will battle some South American counterparts, with fare provided by The Salt Lick, Judge's Hill Restaurant & Bar, Café Josie, Zocalo Café, Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts, Live Oak Barbecue, Wild Bubba's, and Mmmpanadas. [ more › ]

Most humans consider themselves sexual beings or, at the very least, appreciate a little intimacy every now and then. One group that often gets passed over when it comes to any sort of carnal exploration is the disabled. It wouldn't be far-fetched to say they are even shunned from sexuality. In SXSW Documentary Spotlight film Scarlet Road, society's knee-jerk, unsettled reaction gets put to the test and, hopefully, the subject matter gains a bit of awareness, respect, and understanding. [ more › ]

A development firm has a big idea in mind for a downtown MetroRail stop, which includes affordable housing and commercial space. Find out more in this edition of "Business Now."

Locally-made movie stars Jon Gries and Elaine Hendrix in a drama based on Richard Wallrath's triumph over alcoholism.

After Baylor loss, Barnes calls out his players

First round playoff action from across the area

On Feb. 10, local blogger and community activist Scott Henson was walking home with his 5-year-old granddaughter when he was apprehended by Austin police who thought he could be a kidnapping suspect. Henson alleged police roughness and racial profiling by APD, since he is white and his granddaughter is black. Tuesday, Chief Art Acevedo released dash cam footage of the incident which he believes proves his officers acted in the best interest of a potential child in danger.

State budget cuts last session continue hinder schools all over Texas. Tuesday, officials with the state comptroller's office said it's likely the state will have more money in its Rainy Day Fund by August, as well as an extra $1.6 billion in other revenue, However, there is little desire from state lawmakers to call a special session to ease budget cuts.

The railroad tracks that run through the heart of San Marcos are becoming more than just annoyance to residents, but five years after it was first created, the city's quiet zone plan could be moving forward.

Finnish death metal stalwarts Children of Bodom are celebrating fifteen years together with a big tour sponsored by ESP. They hit Emo's East tonight with a few other bands, including the technical/mind-melting Revocation, Threat Signal, and the "folk metal" Eluveitie. Eclectic but extreme, this is a loud bill for anyone wanting some early evening metal. [ more › ]

The LCRA board of directors is expected to accept a new water management plan Wednesday, following a two-day conference about changes the river authority plans to implement under the current drought conditions. Hundreds of rice farmers showed up to Tuesday's meeting, claiming the proposed plan could put them out of business.

Austin Resource Recovery wants to boost recycling by encouraging customers to downsize their trash cans. The city offers four different size cans, ranging from 21 gallons to 96 gallons. Families would save $6 a month if they switched from the most common can size to the smallest size available. In doing so, city leaders hope it would encourage Austinites to think twice before they throw something away.

After still-Governor Rick Perry spent six months away from his office campaigning against a Socialist president, a treasonous Fed chairman, and uh... ummm... shoot, it escapes me, his own calendar shows he's only been to his office three times and spent less than three hours each time there since his meteoric flameout. What's he doing, growing a beard? [ more › ]