New film "Life" premieres at Zach Theater

A week before "Life" hits the big screen nationwide; some lucky fans at SXSW got the chance to catch the film at the Zach Theater. The movie starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Ryan Reynolds, Rebecca Ferguson and Ariyon Bakare highlights a group of astronauts looking for signs of life on Mars and the cast says they don't think a real life discovery is too far off.

Garth Brooks draws in tens of thousands at free concert at Lady Bird

Tens of thousands of people piled into Vic Mathias shores as Garth Brooks put on a free concert. The concert was for those with SXSW badges and for Austin residents, but the concert came some disappointment because only a certain number of tickets were given out and they were gone in less than five minutes.

"Contrabanned"  artists take the SXSW stage

Several international artists are coming together for the “Contrabanned” performance at SXSW.

Austin 'goes country' with free Garth Brooks show at SXSW

In a small conference room full of national and local media at the Austin Convention Center, the top-selling solo artist of the 20th century was waiting in the wings while his new single "Ask Me How I Know" played on KASE 101.

Garth Brooks performing free show at SXSW

Garth Brooks will officially be playing a free show during South By Southwest.

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.

SXSW Musician shot
video

Michael Sanders is thankful to be alive after an encounter that could've taken his life.

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.

SXSWedu: My Brother's Keeper
video

Education and community leaders will talk about the initiative started by former President Barack Obama. Event coordinator Ryan Sutton has more.

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.