Robert De Niro reveals surprising true story behind famous ‘You talkin’ to me?’ scene in ‘Taxi Driver’

Robert De Niro reveals surprising true story behind famous ‘You talkin’ to me?’ scene in ‘Taxi Driver’

[ad_1] Robert De Niro has shared the backstory behind one of the most unforgettable moments in Martin Scorsese’s 1976 masterpiece “Taxi Driver,” revealing that the iconic scene was partially improvised. During an appearance on “Live with Kelly and Mark” on Thursday, the 81-year-old actor recalled how some of the best moments in film come from…

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Austin ISD to upgrade high school fields with new turf

Austin ISD to upgrade high school fields with new turf

[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) — When will Austin Independent School District upgrade high school fields? From puddles of standing water to divots, ant mounds and even rocks, AISD field conditions around the district have been a talking point for years. In 2022, before the 2022 bond passed, KXAN spoke with a coach from Travis Early College High…

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ATCEMS: 1 dead after vehicle, pedestrian crash in Lakeway

ATCEMS: 1 dead after vehicle, pedestrian crash in Lakeway

[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) — One person is dead after being struck by a vehicle in Lakeway Thursday night, according to Austin-Travis County EMS. According to the Lakeway Police Department, the pedestrian was a woman. ATCEMS medics said on social media around 7:30 p.m. that it responded to the crash at 400 N. Farm-to-Market Road 620,…

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DC US attorney investigates Democrats Schumer and Garcia over alleged ‘threats against public officials’ 

DC US attorney investigates Democrats Schumer and Garcia over alleged ‘threats against public officials’ 

[ad_1] The Washington, DC, US attorney’s office has launched an investigation into alleged “threats against public officials” made by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Calif.) against Supreme Court justices and Elon Musk. Garcia, who has served in the House of Representatives since 2023, was accused by interim DC US Attorney…

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Texas Exes announces 100 of the fastest-growing Longhorn-run businesses for 2025

Texas Exes announces 100 of the fastest-growing Longhorn-run businesses for 2025

[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Exes, the University of Texas at Austin’s alumni organization, announced the 100 fastest-growing Longhorn-run businesses for 2025. The alumni organization said the Longhorn 100 awards help recognize and celebrate the entrepreneurial achievements of UT’s alumni. “Longhorns are always innovating, leading, and succeeding––when an alumni-run company is named among the…

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Companies ready to 'capitalize on the action' as South by Southwest returns in March

Companies ready to 'capitalize on the action' as South by Southwest returns in March

[ad_1] AUSTIN (Austin Business Journal/KXAN) — Marketing is ramping up as Austin’s biggest annual event returns in March—South by Southwest (SXSW). SXSW happens annually every March in Austin and features film and television screenings, music and comedy showcases, awards ceremonies and more, according to the SXSW website. In addition to the event bringing the conference…

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