Blue-green algae seen at Red Bud Isle, Jessica Hollis Park
Blue-green algae, which may be toxic, has been seen at Red Bud Isle on Lady Bird Lake and Jessica Hollis Park on Lake Austin, says the Austin Watershed Protection Department.
Body found in Lady Bird Lake: ATCEMS
An adult was pronounced dead at the scene, says ATCEMS.
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.
Man charged with murder in death at Lady Bird Lake: Affidavit
Investigators with the Austin Police Department said shell casings, left all over the city, led them to the murder suspect.
Missing Austin man Jason John's body found in Lady Bird Lake, police say
A body found Monday night in Lady Bird Lake was missing Austin man Jason John.
Family searching for Austin man who went missing walking home from Rainey Street
Family and friends from all over the country are searching for an Austin man who was reported missing on Sunday.
8 people involved in two-vehicle crash near Lady Bird Lake
Four adults were transported to area hospitals, one with critical life-threatening injuries, one with potentially serious injuries and two with minor, non-life-threatening injuries.
Man shot, killed before crashing truck into Lady Bird Lake identified
Austin police say a man was pulled from a truck that went off the road into Lady Bird Lake, and he appeared to have gunshot wounds.
Body found in Lady Bird Lake: ATCEMS
A 911 caller reported finding a person in Lady Bird Lake who was later pronounced dead by ATCEMS.
Lady Bird Lake water rescue turns into recovery mission
A swimmer reportedly went under the water and failed to resurface, prompting a rescue effort Saturday evening.
Zebra mussels infest Lake Walter E. Long, other Texas lakes at risk
Lake Walter E. Long is infested with zebra mussels, according to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
New pedestrian, bicycle bridge over Lady Bird Lake to be completed by 2026
A new pedestrian and bicycle bridge is coming to the east side of Lady Bird Lake. Construction on the project is expected to be completed in 2026.
List of fun things to do on hot summer days in Austin
Looking for a fun place to cool off around Austin this summer? Check out this list of summer activities.
Body found floating in Lady Bird Lake, ATCEMS says
A person has been pronounced dead on scene after ATCEMS and Austin Fire responded to a report of a person floating in Lady Bird Lake.
Scientists say toxic algae can be deadly for dogs, people
The city is urging people and pets to not get in the water if it’s warm or stagnant, or if they see any algae. If you do, rinse off after going for a swim.
Flight expert shares reaction to pilot landing small plane in Lady Bird Lake
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department says a Game Warden pilot, Dwayne Havis, was doing a test flight after the plane had routine maintenance.
Paddleboarders help rescue pilot who crashed small plane in Lady Bird Lake
Around 2 p.m., the small plane crashed into the lake. Viewer pictures showed the aircraft sinking into the water.
Game Warden pilot hospitalized after crashing plane into Lady Bird Lake
Texas Parks and Wildlife says one of their Game Warden pilots was the person controlling this aircraft, and he was the only occupant on board.
Woman contracts rash after spending time in Lady Bird Lake, Barton Springs
Experts say swimmer's itch is a reaction to a parasite, typically found in bodies of water like Lady Bird Lake and Barton Springs.
Project Connect: Designs give first look at blue line in downtown Austin
The proposed Blue Line Project is an 8.2-mile light rail transit (LRT) corridor that would operate from Republic Square in downtown Austin to the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS).