www.youtube.com – FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth – 2025-02-25 21:49:28

SUMMARY: A Southwest Airlines flight from Omaha to Chicago Midway had a near-miss incident when it had to abort its landing due to an unauthorized Flexjet business jet entering the runway. Video captured the Southwest flight attempting to land just feet above the runway, forcing pilots to make a quick decision to go around. Fortunately, there were no injuries. Retired American Airlines pilot Chris Mano praised the Southwest pilots for their swift judgment while questioning the corporate jet pilots for lacking situational awareness. The NTSB is investigating, especially following several recent plane crashes. Passengers felt the incident was minor due to effective communication from the pilots.

A Southwest Airlines plane narrowly avoided colliding with another plane on Tuesday morning at Chicago’s Midway International …

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www.kxan.com – Brianna Hollis – 2025-02-25 17:07:00

SUMMARY: Austin’s pilot program to reopen Sixth Street to cars aims to alleviate unruly late-night crowds, as reported by Police Chief Lisa Davis. The trial will pause during South by Southwest, which requires street closures for increased foot traffic. Throughout the pilot, Chief Davis has observed persistent crowding outside bars, prompting discussions with businesses about managing lines and reducing lingering patrons. The Austin Police Department has temporarily re-closed Sixth Street to enhance safety, particularly during bar closings. The program is generating data to inform potential permanent infrastructure changes, including wider sidewalks and barriers, as the city considers options moving forward.

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www.kxan.com – Jala Washington – 2025-02-25 11:47:00

SUMMARY: During a school board meeting, Hays Consolidated Independent School District unanimously passed a resolution affirming student admission, safety, and privacy amid federal immigration concerns. The resolution, prompted by fears over the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s changes regarding “protected areas,” emphasizes the District’s commitment to not collect information on students’ immigration status. Trustee Johnny Flores highlighted the importance of inclusivity, while Trustee Courtney Runkle stressed the need to avoid politicizing education. Some trustees, including Vanessa Petrea, expressed concern that the resolution may attract unwanted attention, underscoring that the District’s existing practices already support students effectively.

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