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).
Public asked to weigh in on design for new bicycle, pedestrian bridge near Lady Bird Lake
The public is being asked to weigh in on a design for the new bicycle, pedestrian bridge near Lady Bird Lake. Residents can give feedback until March 24, 2022.
Austin Food and Wine Festival returns to Auditorium Shores
The festival is officially sold out, but there are still tickets available for two special in-restaurant dinners being held at Canje and Lutie’s at Commodore Perry.
Austin Fire Department events being held to honor 9/11 firefighters
On the 20th anniversary on Saturday, there will be several events beginning with a memorial ceremony at the Buford Fire Tower on Lady Bird Lake.
Water, algae at Bulk Creek test negative for toxins
Out of an abundance of caution, the City revisited the creek this morning and took additional samples. There has not been any change in the appearance of the algae over the past week.
Four women pulled to safety after almost going over Longhorn Dam
Four women on an electric boat had to be rescued by Austin Police Department Lake Patrol after getting too close to Longhorn Dam.
Austin authorizes nearly $1.5M contract to manage, treat toxic algae
The Austin City Council has authorized a five-year, nearly $1.5 million contract to manage and treat toxic blue-green algae in Austin's lakes.
City of Austin announces plan to monitor lakes for harmful algae
The plan calls for monitoring Lake Austin and Walter Long Lake, and an experimental two-step treatment at Red Bud Isle.