Texas
Texas death row inmate Robert Roberson could testify before lawmakers next week
DALLAS – Members of a bipartisan Texas House committee are preparing to once again hear testimony from death row inmate Robert Roberson.
Roberson was convicted of killing his 2-year-old daughter in 2002. Doctors said the child died from shaken baby syndrome.
But Roberson’s lawyers called it junk science and claimed she possibly had pneumonia.
In October, the House committee heard testimony from the lead investigator and other evidence that was not brought up in the trial.
State Rep. Brian Harrison, a Republican from Waxahachie, is on the committee.
“If we execute somebody without due process and fair trials, I mean, that calls into question the entire integrity of the entire criminal justice system in the state of Texas. And I will not stand for that,” he said.
In November, the Texas Supreme Court ruled lawmakers cannot block an execution. But the court said lawmakers should have the opportunity to hear from Roberson.
Committee members told FOX 4 the Texas Attorney General’s office has been silent. They accused AG Ken Paxton of intentionally being slow to respond to run the clock out.
“My fear is that politics is being put ahead of justice, and that is something that we should never tolerate in the great state of Texas,” Harrison said.
In a statement, committee chair Joe Moody said they intend to hear from Roberson next Friday.
“While time is limited, we don’t intend to let the clock ‘run out’ when the Supreme Court’s ruling has made it clear that a subpoena for him is proper and must be honored here,” the statement said.
When asked if he thinks the executive branch feels differently about the case, Rep. Harrison said he has no idea.
“I have no idea who gets them. I do not believe that anybody who has become as familiar of the facts of the case as I have can hold the position they do. And we’ve got literal falsehoods being pushed out by the executive branch. But now their official position is that a jury convicted Mr. Roberson of their words, beating his daughter to death. Well, if we know anything about the case, we know for a fact he did not, that this child was not beaten to death because we have photographs, and we have cat scans that were contemporaneous but that no jury has ever seen,” he said.
The Anderson County District Attorney has not filed for a new execution warrant.
By law, Roberson cannot be executed within 90 days of the Supreme Court’s November ruling.
BREMOND, Texas (KWTX) – Early Friday morning, an 18-wheeler slammed on its breaks to avoid a herd of runaway cows, in turn causing a communitywide effort to drive the cattle back through town to their home.
According to a Facebook post from the Bremond Volunteer Fire Department, at around 5:45 a.m., the driver of the 18-wheeler noticed a herd of cattle in the road and slammed on the breaks to avoid hitting them.
Unfortunately, several cattle were hit and killed.
“The community rallied quickly,” the post said, “using their vehicles to help herd the remaining cattle through town.”
Some cows were in backyards, residential gardens, or on railroad tracks. Local cowboys and cowgirls even came to help.
Despite the sadness for the lost cattle, the post described the chaos of the incident as a “heartwarming sight,” with everyone “coming together to safely guide the rest of the herd home.”
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AUSTIN, Texas — Looking for weekend plans?
From free concerts and cultural celebrations to shopping events and community festivals, here are six events happening across Central Texas this weekend.
Austin Swappin’ returns Saturday
- Ready to refresh your wardrobe without spending a fortune?
- Austin Swappin’, the city’s largest clothing and accessories swap, returns Saturday to Wanderlust Wine Co. in East Austin.
- For $10 and 10 gently used items, attendees can trade for new-to-them clothing, shoes, jewelry, books, and more. The event also features giveaways, a photo booth, food vendors, matcha drinks, and a fill-a-bag thrift sale benefiting local nonprofit Thrift-ish.
Music Under the Star kicks off Friday night
- Free live music is back at the Texas Capitol Mall.
- The Bullock Texas State History Museum’s “Music Under the Star” concert series begins Friday evening with performances by indie-folk acts The 44-11 and Elijah Delgado.
- The free event also includes food trucks, drinks, and views of Austin’s downtown skyline. Music begins at 7 p.m.
Waterloo Greenway opens The Confluence
- A major new public space is opening in downtown Austin.
- The newest phase of Waterloo Greenway, known as The Confluence, officially opens Saturday. The project transforms a once-flood-prone section of Waller Creek into a new gathering space that connects nature and downtown Austin.
- The free grand opening celebration runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and includes a ribbon-cutting ceremony, live music, food, family activities, and opportunities to explore the new trails and park features.
Jane Austen Improv celebrates three years
- The award-winning Jane Austen Improv troupe is celebrating its third anniversary with a special performance at the Long Center.
- Known for blending Regency-era romance with improvised comedy, the group will perform Saturday evening.
- The 6 p.m. show is nearly sold out, but tickets remain available for the 8:30 p.m. performance.
Round Rock Pride marks five years
- Round Rock Pride is celebrating a milestone anniversary this weekend.
- The festival marks its fifth year and is expected to bring thousands of people to downtown Round Rock for live entertainment, food, local vendors, and community celebration.
- The free event takes place Saturday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Centennial Plaza.
Mexican American Cultural Center reopens
- After nearly three years of renovations and expansion, Austin’s Mexican American Cultural Center is reopening its doors.
- The grand reopening celebration, called “Juntos de Nuevo,” takes place Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Visitors can enjoy live music, dance performances, art exhibits, hands-on workshops, food trucks, an artisan market, and tours of the newly renovated facility. The event is free and open to the public.
Know about a great weekend event?
Email details to jcestrada@cbsaustin.com or ammiller@cbsaustin.com for possible inclusion in a future Weekend Check segment on CBS Austin.
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