SXSW musician performs song he wrote for his mother battling breast cancer live with her in audience
Latin artist Raymundo from California had to put his career on hold after his mom got a devastating diagnosis of breast cancer. But he made and come back at the SXSW 2017 festival and even better his mom made it to Austin to watch him perform the song he wrote for her.
"The Most Hated Woman In America" renews interest in Madalyn O'Hair
With the upcoming Netflix release of "The Most Hated Woman in America", there is renewed interest in the life and death of Madalyn Murray O'Hair.
SXSW music festival gives exposure to lesser-known artists
While those in Austin for the SXSW interactive festival are on their way out, people visiting for the music festival are just getting into town.
SXSW: 4 bands headed to music fest denied entry into US
Organizers of the South by Southwest music festival say at least four international bands have been denied entry into the U.S. and that other performers have had their visa waivers revoked.
SXSW is back and it's bigger and more creative
The first wave of crowds for SXSW started swarming through downtown Friday morning. The interactive focus of the festival is what brought Hans Huseklepp and Anne Gundersen a couple from Norway to Austin - but that’s not all.
Former Vice President Joe Biden talks about advancements in cancer treatment at SXSW
Former Vice President Joe Biden addressed a SXSW audience Sunday afternoon to talk about his revolutionary advancements in the fight against cancer. Hundreds waited several hours to hear Biden speak on the topic.
Hollywood actress takes to the streets of Austin with a message for rape survivors
Stephanie Beatriz with dozens of people behind her took to the streets of Downtown Austin on her way to a solidarity event at West 6th Street. Their message "End Rape Culture." Beatriz said the small march is a way for her to send a message to rape survivors to let them know they are not alone.
Fox "New Girl" star in town for SXSW film festival
It was a very busy weekend at the Paramount Theater as they premiered movies back to back, all day and into night. One of those that debuted Saturday night was "Win It All." The movie stars Jake Johnson who plays Eddie Garrett, a gambler who likes to live on the edge.
SXSW event helps tackle affordable housing in Austin
Affordable housing has become more and more scarce in Austin, but this year one SXSW event hopes to make a difference in the number of homes available to those in need.
SXSW 2017 Film Festival kicks off at the Paramount
Hundreds of people waited for hours in downtown Austin to get a glimpse of a few of their favorite celebrities.
2017 Texas Film Awards honor movie industry professionals
The unofficial start of SXSW, The 2017 Texas Film Awards, took place in Austin Thursday.
Former Vice President Joe Biden speaking at SXSW 2017
SXSW has announced that former Vice President Joe Biden will outline his plans for a Biden cancer initiative and speak on March 12 at the Austin Convention Center.
SXSW to feature musicians from Trump travel ban countries
A South by Southwest (SXSW) showcase will feature musical performances by people from the countries banned in President Trump's immigration executive order. Organizers of the event said they hope the showcase will send a message and give a voice to all global artists.
SXSW: HomeAway offering chance to stay in Birdhouse
During SXSW 2017 there's a chance for someone to say in a giant birdhouse with a downtown view! HomeAway transformed its Birdhouse, located inside its headquarters at 5th and Lamar, into a stylish space for overnight guests.
Cap Metro expanding service for SXSW
South by Southwest 2017 kicks off March 10 and Cap Metro is getting ready for the large crowds by expanding its service.
Final weekend of SXSW
Map of 2016 SXSW road closures in downtown Austin.
SXSW Cleanup Project underway
The 2016 South by Southwest festival is officially over. After attracting hundreds of thousands of people to Austin, volunteers and city workers began the daunting task of cleaning up downtown.