UT Austin is in the news as shooting incidents unfold nearby; public flagship university founded 1883 in Austin, enrollment ~54k.
New data shows disparities in kindergarten readiness across income levels, despite efforts to expand preschool access. While nearly two-thirds of children are on track, low-income families face significant gaps. Programs like San Antonio's Pre-K 4 SA aim to bridge this divide, emphasizing high-quality early education.
A mass shooting occurred early Sunday outside a bar in Austin, Texas, leaving three dead and 14 wounded. The suspect, Ndiaga Diagne, was killed by police. Authorities are investigating possible links to terrorism amid recent US-Israel military actions against Iran, with the suspect wearing clothing bearing Iranian symbols.