Man arrested for arson in connection to fire at abandoned building in downtown Austin
AFD said the man was charged with arson, which carries a punishment of 2 to 10 years in jail and a fine up to $10,000.
AFD said the man was charged with arson, which carries a punishment of 2 to 10 years in jail and a fine up to $10,000.
Two people stabbed in downtown Austin, police investigating
Two people were taken to local hospitals with potentially serious injuries Friday night after being stabbed in the area of Driskill and Rainey streets.
Two people were taken to local hospitals with potentially serious injuries Friday night after being stabbed in the area of Driskill and Rainey streets.
Mother of son killed by 3 APD officers files wrongful death lawsuit
Through a tearful plea, Dorothy Motley begged for justice for her son Anthony Franklin.
Through a tearful plea, Dorothy Motley begged for justice for her son Anthony Franklin.
SXSW 2023: Preview the premieres and activations of the film and TV festival
The festival opens with "Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves", and features multiple exciting events spotlighting your favorite TV shows and movies.
The festival opens with "Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves", and features multiple exciting events spotlighting your favorite TV shows and movies.
Salvation Army extends downtown homeless shelter operations for up to 30 days
The extension, funded by the City of Austin, will allow homeless residents time to seek safe relocation.
The extension, funded by the City of Austin, will allow homeless residents time to seek safe relocation.
SXSW 2023: Museum of Graffiti showcases The Art of Hip Hop
The Museum of Graffiti is holding its first-ever pop-up in Austin celebrating 50 years of hip-hop with an opening weekend featuring legendary artists like Wu Tang's Raekwon, Talib Kweli, De La Soul's Maseo, and more.
The Museum of Graffiti is holding its first-ever pop-up in Austin celebrating 50 years of hip-hop with an opening weekend featuring legendary artists like Wu Tang's Raekwon, Talib Kweli, De La Soul's Maseo, and more.
SXSW 2023: Lush House showcases how cosmetics and tech are meeting for good
South by Southwest is officially underway and Rainey Street is bustling. Lush House is one of many activations open on the popular street.
South by Southwest is officially underway and Rainey Street is bustling. Lush House is one of many activations open on the popular street.
City to install temporary solar lighting on trail near Rainey Street before start of SXSW
The installment of temporary lighting comes after family and friends of those who died or were severely injured near the Lady Bird Lake Trail spoke to members of the Austin City Council to beg for change.
The installment of temporary lighting comes after family and friends of those who died or were severely injured near the Lady Bird Lake Trail spoke to members of the Austin City Council to beg for change.
UT students protest in favor of abolishing APD following officer-involved shootings
In front of the Capitol, the protestors chanted “no peace until no police” and said Austin Police officers should not have the ability to decide life or death for community members.
In front of the Capitol, the protestors chanted “no peace until no police” and said Austin Police officers should not have the ability to decide life or death for community members.
Downtown Austin Salvation Army residents, homeless advocates protest anticipated closure of shelter
The Austin Area Commander announced the 100-bed downtown shelter would close, in a letter released mid-February, on March 15.
The Austin Area Commander announced the 100-bed downtown shelter would close, in a letter released mid-February, on March 15.
Families of loved ones lost along dark trail near Rainey Street call for lights, cameras
One by one, family and friends of those who died or were severely injured near the Lady Bird Lake Trail by Rainey Street spoke directly to members of the Austin City Council to beg for change.
One by one, family and friends of those who died or were severely injured near the Lady Bird Lake Trail by Rainey Street spoke directly to members of the Austin City Council to beg for change.
Police looking for missing, endangered man last seen in South Austin
33-year-old Nikko Jackson was last seen on Feb. 21 and it's unknown where he may have gone or who he may be with, says Austin police. Jackson needs an oxygen tank, daily medications, and requires weekly medical procedures.
33-year-old Nikko Jackson was last seen on Feb. 21 and it's unknown where he may have gone or who he may be with, says Austin police. Jackson needs an oxygen tank, daily medications, and requires weekly medical procedures.
APD officers point guns at Good Samaritan trying to help Downtown Austin shooting victim
Sunday, February 19 is a day one Austin man will never forget. On his way home, he was driving down 5th Street and Red River when he noticed a body on the street.
Sunday, February 19 is a day one Austin man will never forget. On his way home, he was driving down 5th Street and Red River when he noticed a body on the street.
Austin police arrest suspect in connection with 2 murders
The Austin Police Department says their detectives have made an arrest in connection with two recent murders. They will be providing an update at 11:30 a.m.
The Austin Police Department says their detectives have made an arrest in connection with two recent murders. They will be providing an update at 11:30 a.m.
Family of man killed by police in downtown Austin gets $3.3 million settlement from city
Austin City Council approved a $3.3 million settlement today for the family of Landon Nobles, who was shot and killed by a police officer on 6th Street in 2017.
Austin City Council approved a $3.3 million settlement today for the family of Landon Nobles, who was shot and killed by a police officer on 6th Street in 2017.
City Council approves another $1.5 million in settlements for injuries in 2020 demonstrations
The City of Austin approved $1.5 million in settlements today with more protesters involved in the 2020 George Floyd demonstrations.
The City of Austin approved $1.5 million in settlements today with more protesters involved in the 2020 George Floyd demonstrations.
CrimeWatch: Death of Jason John brings back painful memories for another family
The body of 30-year-old Jason John was found in Lady Bird Lake recently after he had disappeared after a night out on Rainey Street. But this isn't the first time this has happened to a young man in the Austin's popular nightlife district.
The body of 30-year-old Jason John was found in Lady Bird Lake recently after he had disappeared after a night out on Rainey Street. But this isn't the first time this has happened to a young man in the Austin's popular nightlife district.
Man killed in Downtown Austin shooting identified; police investigating
Officers responded to a shots fired call around 8:30 p.m. on February 19 near the intersection of 5th Street and Red River.
Officers responded to a shots fired call around 8:30 p.m. on February 19 near the intersection of 5th Street and Red River.
Runners flood downtown for 2023 Austin Marathon
Since early in the morning, the streets of downtown Austin have been flooded with people cheering on the runners of the 2023 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon.
Since early in the morning, the streets of downtown Austin have been flooded with people cheering on the runners of the 2023 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon.
Salvation Army of Austin to close downtown shelter
The downtown location has been the cornerstone of the Salvation Army of Austin's charity services for decades, but the organization says the building is aging and in disrepair.
The downtown location has been the cornerstone of the Salvation Army of Austin's charity services for decades, but the organization says the building is aging and in disrepair.