Austin-Travis County 911 operators to receive new headsets

Austin-Travis County EMS dispatchers are getting new headsets. This comes after using the same for nearly a decade and having audio issues.

Personal watercrafts banned on Lake Austin for July 4th

The Austin Police Department (APD) Lake Patrol Unit will be enforcing the City Ordnance that prohibits the use and operation of personal watercraft, wet bikes, motorized surfboards, and similar devices on Lake Austin.

July 4th: Northwest Hills Lawn Chair Brigade to perform in annual parade

Every Fourth of July, a group of ladies in Northwest Hills called the Lawn Chair Brigade walks in the neighborhood parade, performing with their lawn chairs.

Travis County DA to dismiss cases against former Wilco sheriff, assistant county attorney

The Travis County District Attorney's office says it will be dismissing charges against former Williamson County Sheriff Robert Chody and former assistant Williamson County Attorney Jason Nassour.

Firefighters urge fireworks safety ahead of Fourth of July celebrations

With the Fourth of July just days away, Central Texas firefighters and safety experts are urging everyone to exercise caution as communities prepare for historic celebrations marking America’s 250th birthday.

Pastor stabbed by server at downtown Austin restaurant

Officials say a server at a downtown Austin restaurant has been arrested and charged after stabbing a pastor dining there.

Austin credit card fraud suspect linked to Dallas case

A woman suspected of credit card fraud in Austin has been linked to a similar case in Dallas, says the Austin Police Department.

Waymo helps City of Austin detect potholes

Autonomous vehicles are helping City of Austin crews identify road problems.

July 4th: CapMetro to waive evening fares

CapMetro will be suspending evening fares on July 4th to help Central Texans celebrate Independence Day.

Lawsuit filed after falling tree kills man at Austin BBQ restaurant

The family of a man killed by a falling pecan tree at an Austin restaurant has filed a $1 million gross negligence lawsuit against the business and adjacent property owners for allegedly ignoring the tree's decayed condition.

Austin and San Antonio celebrations for America 250

Texas communities are preparing to mark America’s semiquincentennial with massive, daylong Independence Day celebrations across the Austin and San Antonio metropolitan areas on Saturday, July 4.

Man fatally shot inside Austin's Colony home; suspect in custody

A 47-year-old Austin man has been arrested and charged with murder after a fatal shooting early Saturday morning in the Austin’s Colony neighborhood, authorities said.