New Austin police contract worries some city council members

Austin City Council members have concerns regarding the tentative Austin police contract, including about transparency and money.

Austin fights against rate increase proposed by Texas Gas Service

The City of Austin is a part of more than a dozen cities fighting against a rate increase proposed by Texas Gas Service.

Disney+ password-sharing crackdown is now in the US: What to know

Disney has unveiled details of its password-sharing crackdown in the U.S., charging an additional fee for account holders who want to add someone outside their household.

CapMetro bus and motorcyclist involved in deadly crash

The Austin Police Department says it is investigating a deadly crash involving a CapMetro bus and a motorcyclist.

City of Austin, Austin Police Association reach tentative deal

After months of back-and-forth negotiation, the City of Austin and Austin Police Association appear to have reached a deal.

You can now get verified on Uber; here's why

Ride-booking company Uber announced it will now allow riders to get verified in response to driver feedback.

Texas lawmakers address lack of regulations for driverless vehicles

State lawmakers are working on ways to ensure the safety of riders and drivers sharing the roadways with autonomous vehicles.

Instagram teen accounts roll out this month. Here’s what to know

Instagram will automatically put teens in private accounts that come with more restrictions. Here’s what parents should know about these new, so-called “teen accounts.”

How to blur your home on Google Maps

Technology is a great tool to help people find their way around, but it also gives criminals a view of your home. Some homeowners are now blurring their homes on Google Maps to protect their property.

Amazon asks corporate workers to return to the office five days a week

Amazon announces a major policy shift, requiring corporate employees to return to the office five days a week starting January 2025, ending the company's hybrid work model introduced during the pandemic.

Uber and Waymo to offer driverless rides in Austin

The self-driving car company Waymo and the ride-share service Uber are partnering up to provide rides on the same app.

Travis County neighborhood frustrated that 'Harold Green Extension' has yet to be built

Some people who live in East Travis County are getting frustrated. A road they voted to build seven years ago has yet to even begin construction. Travis County said the responsibility to get this road built no partially lies with Tesla.

Disney World moving manatee, three dolphins from EPCOT's 'Nemo & Friends' attraction

A manatee and three dolphins will be leaving "The Seas with Nemo & Friends" at Walt Disney World's EPCOT theme park -- and moving to new facilities in Florida.