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The Daily Texan

Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

The Daily Texan

Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

The Daily Texan

Junior goalkeeper Mia Justus kicks the ball to a teammate on Sept. 3, 2023. The Longhorns defeated the SMU mustangs 6-0.

Texas soccer players fit into roles, creating preseason success

Alistair Manliguez, General Sports Reporter September 3, 2024

After playing its first five games of non-conference play, Texas soccer remains undefeated, with four wins and one tie versus No. 24 Iowa. In these five games, the team recorded four clean sheets and found...

mHart Media brings Asian American representation to Austin music scene

mHart Media brings Asian American representation to Austin music scene

Riddhi Bora, Senior Life&Arts Reporter September 3, 2024

For years, mHart Media manager Waverly said he struggled to connect with his Asian identity and failed to find a role model he could look up to. With the creation of mHart Media, Waverly hopes it can act...

Austin Energy provides update after power outages

Austin Energy provides update after power outages

Matthew Gomez, Senior News Reporter September 3, 2024

Austin Energy has deployed a permanent fix to a transformer substation following a power outage experienced in Southwest Austin, including the West Campus area.  On the evening of Aug. 22, 6,400 residents...

The UT Tower on June 10, 2024.

New free speech policy prevents UT Systems from taking stances on political, social issues

Pili Saravia, News Desk Editor September 3, 2024

The UT System Board of Regents unanimously approved a change in its free speech policy on Aug. 22 that prevents the system and UT institutions from adopting an opinion on political or social “issues...

Freshman running back Jerrick Gibson runs towards the end zone during Texas' game against CSU on Aug. 31, 2024.

Texas newcomers must channel poise, confidence against Michigan in order to see first road victory

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 3, 2024

For any of the incoming players on the Texas roster who didn’t get to experience the hostility of Tuscaloosa last season, this weekend’s matchup in Ann Arbor is going to be a wake-up call.  The...

Sophomore linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. runs to tackle a CSU player during Texas' game against the Rams on Aug. 31.

Immense pressure from Texas’ secondary eliminates Rams’ passing game early, leads the Longhorns to 52-0 shutout

Emma Hutchinson, Sports Desk Editor September 1, 2024

Plan A for the Colorado State Rams: Come in and display the chemistry between quarterback Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi and wide receiver Tory Horton that could spare them some points against a fresh Texas squad.  Plan...

Starting quarterback Quinn Ewers prepares to throw a pass during Texas' game against CSU on Aug. 31.

Texas football kicks off season with shutout over Colorado State 52-0

Katie Borchetta, Associate Sports Editor August 31, 2024

Texas football is officially underway after a 52-0 shutout opener against Colorado State in Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on Saturday.  This was the first season-opening shutout for Texas...

Used book stores in Austin available for course book shopping

Used book stores in Austin available for course book shopping

Flora Farr, Life&Arts Desk Editor August 29, 2024

When students order used course books online to cut expenses, it is easy to feel unsure about the condition their purchases might arrive in. With syllabus week over, The Daily Texan compiled a list of...

A single CapMetro e-bike remains at UT's BikeShare station at the corner of Dean Keaton Street and Whitis Avenue on August 29, 2024.

CapMetro BikeShare rebrand rolls out new e-bikes, expands rental locations

Laura Rivera, Senior News Reporter August 29, 2024

CapMetro began the rollout of its revamped all-electric bike system last month, which includes an all-electric bike fleet, more docking stations and a new rental app. All stations are expected to be fully...

Austin mayor Kirk Watson speaks to UT students at University Democrat's First meeting

University Democrats to launch shuttle system for voting

Reece Tincher, General News Reporter August 29, 2024

University Democrats announced a new shuttle bus system for early voting at their first meeting on Wednesday. With early voting starting Oct. 21, and on-campus voting being moved to the Texas Union...

Protesters gather outside of the Texas State Capitol on Jan. 22, 2023.

Former City council member sues city of Austin over logistical abortion fund

Riley Walsh, General News Reporter August 27, 2024

A former Austin City Council member filed a lawsuit on Aug. 20 challenging a recent budget amendment that allocates $400,000 to expand the city’s Reproductive Health Grant.   The amendment, which...

Asha Imuno talks musical experimentation, stream of consciousness, Austin tour stop with BLK ODYSSY

Asha Imuno talks musical experimentation, stream of consciousness, Austin tour stop with BLK ODYSSY

Analise Pickerrell, Senior Life&Arts Reporter August 27, 2024

Young artist, producer and songwriter Asha Imuno will accompany Austin-based artist BLK ODYSSY on his upcoming “The Fantasy House Tour,” which stops in Austin this Saturday at Antone’s Nightclub....

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