Austin police, ATCEMS provide safety tips after deadly crash near SXSW

Austin first responders provided tips to the public for South by Southwest after a deadly hit-and-run that took place early Tuesday morning.

Austin gets $105M grant for I-35 freeway cap at Cesar Chavez

The city of Austin has received approval for a $105 million federal grant for its Our Future 35 project, which would involve freeway caps and stitches over portions of I-35 in Central Austin.

SXSW 2024: Thousands go to Rainey Street for pop-ups, events

Loud music, long lines and activities all happening on Rainey Street on Sunday afternoon for the third day of South by Southwest.

Border crisis: Protesters gather downtown to speak out against SB 4, Operation Lonestar

Protesters gathered downtown on Saturday to speak out against Operation Lonestar and SB 4, the Texas law that allows police to arrest people suspected of entering the country illegally.

SXSW 2024: Thousands enjoy free events, pop-ups in downtown Austin

South by Southwest started on Friday, and there's no shortage of things to do in downtown Austin whether you have a badge or not.

Austin businessman sets building on fire in Downtown: police

Austin businessman Dorsey Hardeman was caught on camera setting a building on fire in Downtown Austin and investigators believe he may be connected to another arson case.

SXSW and concerts: Downtown Austin prepares for upcoming events

Organizers of South by Southwest (SXSW) said about 340,000 people packed into downtown Austin last year for the festival.

I-35 expansion project: Businesses along I-35 face displacement

As plans to expand I-35 get underway, businesses to the east and west of the freeway are facing a harsh reality. 7 On Your Side reporter Carissa Lehmkuhl has the details.

Austin Light Rail project: Residents look at proposed station designs, locations

The multi-billion dollar Austin Light Rail project is moving forward. Residents were given the opportunity to look at the proposed station designs and locations at an open house.

Fire at abandoned bar downtown near Sixth Street: AFD

Austin fire crews responded to a fire at an abandoned bar, formerly the Mug Shots bar, in downtown Austin early Saturday morning.