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Austin police chief retires after criticism for use of force

FILE - In this March 21, 2018 file photo, Austin Police Chief Brian Manley briefs the media in the Austin suburb of Round Rock, Texas. Austin officials said Friday, Feb. 12, 2021, that Manley is stepping down after leading the police force since May of 2018. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)AUSTIN, Texas – The police chief in the Texas capital city of Austin, who had been at the center of ongoing criticism following a fatal police shooting and controversial uses of force by officers, announced Friday that he is retiring after 30 years with the department. Austin Police Chief Brian Manley said he knows in his heart “it is time to pursue that next opportunity” and does not think he could give the attention necessary to leading the police force as he has done since May 2018. The city announced in December that 11 Austin police officers had been disciplined for their actions during late May protests.

Vacation, anyone? Texas' largest waterpark with fun for all ages is now open

ROUND ROCK, Texas – Ever wanted to go to a waterpark outside of summer? Kalahari Resorts has opened their doors Thursday at their brand-new location in Round Rock, north of Austin, according to the resort’s Instagram account. The resort brings 350 acres of fun for all ages, including 30 water slides, life-size sculptures that resemble an African-themed safari, and flexible meeting space for conventions and events, KSAT reported. The resort and water park will be open year-round and is located on U.S. 79 near Old Settlers Park in Round Rock. For more information and to purchase tickets or book a room, click here.

VYPE Highlights: Cornerstone Comeback Tops Round Rock

One of the best Texas high school football games last week saw San Antonio Cornerstone Christian School complete a comeback in a 35-31 win against UIL 6A program Round Rock. Relive the action in VYPE's highlights, which were recorded and produced by VYPE videographer Karen Fernandez. Now, San Antonio Cornerstone Christian School prepares for Del Rio and Round Rock will battle Hutto. Round Rock vs SA Cornerstone 🏈 || TXHSFB www.youtube.comFor more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook, @VYPE_ATX and @VYPESATX Instagram and @VYPEATX and @VYPESATX Twitter) on social media. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.

Volleyball's Back: VYPE Austin Preseason UIL 5A & 6A Rankings

The 2020 UIL volleyball season plays its first matches today. Check out the VYPE Austin preseason UIL 5A and 6A volleyball rankings to find out who the area's top teams are. VYPE Austin UIL 6A Top 10 Volleyball Rankings:#1 Lake Travis#2 Westlake#3 Round Rock Westwood#4 Austin Vandegrift#5 Copperas Cove#6 Cedar Park Vista Ridge#7 Austin Bowie#8 Round Rock#9 Killeen Ellison#10 HaysHonorable Mentions: McNeil, Round Rock Cedar Ridge, Belton, Austin High, Hutto, Killeen Shoemaker, San Marcos, Round Rock Stony Point, Del Valle and TemplePhoto by Henry Huey for VYPE Media. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------VYPE Austin UIL 5A Top 10 Volleyball Rankings:#1 Dripping SpringsPhoto by VYPE Media's Bradley Collier. For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook, @VYPE_ATX Instagram and @VYPEATX Twitter) on social media.

VYPE Summer Series presented by Xfinity: Ridge Point Baseball Part 2

The Ridge Point Panthers' COVID-interrupted journey to the UIL state baseball tournament, had they reached the semifinals again as they did in 2019, would've continued June 12 on a perfect, unseasonably cool day in Round Rock. Roger Smith sits down with 2020 RPHS grad Jacob Garcia (St. Edwards commit) and junior-to-be Justin Vossos (committed to Texas A&M) to talk about the Panthers' unfinished season in this episode of the VYPE Summer Series presented by Xfinity.

VYPE Summer Series presented by Xfinity: Ridge Point Baseball Part 2

The Ridge Point Panthers' COVID-interrupted journey to the UIL state baseball tournament, had they reached the semifinals again as they did in 2019, would've continued June 12 on a perfect, unseasonably cool day in Round Rock. Roger Smith sits down with 2020 RPHS grad Jacob Garcia (St. Edwards commit) and junior-to-be Justin Vossos (committed to Texas A&M) to talk about the Panthers' unfinished season in this episode of the VYPE Summer Series presented by Xfinity.

Texas storm chaser is in it for these incredible photos

Texas storm chaser is in it for these incredible photosA tornado is seen over Seymour, Texas, on May 1, 2019. Photo: LRTimelapse 5.2.2 - Licensed To, Jason Weingart Photo: LRTimelapse 5.2.2 - Licensed To, Jason Weingart Image 1 of / 20 Caption Close Texas storm chaser is in it for these incredible photos 1 / 20 Back to GalleryJason Weingart has always loved storms. Growing up, he wanted to become a storm chaser which is typically a job title reserved for meteorologists wanting to learn from Mother Nature's most violent tendencies. From intense lightning shots to sobering stills of tornadoes, Weingart's work is a one-of-a-kind way to experience storms in Texas. See more info about Weingart on his websiteTo see some of his most stunning storm chasing photos, check-out the gallery above.

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