BBB warns of 'ghost-tapping' scam, which triggers contactless charges through tap-to-pay
There's a new scam going around called "ghost-tapping." Scammers try to exploit tap-to-pay on your phone by getting close enough. You might not even notice it's too late.
Downtown Austin protest ends with 2 arrests
A protest in downtown Austin ended with two people arrested near the Travis County Jail.
Austin police did not verify registered sex offenders' information for 7 years, survivor says
A sexual assault survivor said she was told the Austin Police Department did not verify registered sex offenders’ information for seven years.
The Rebekah, newly renovated affordable senior housing in Austin, holds grand opening
A newly renovated tower for affordable senior housing is now open. It's called The Rebekah, named after President Lyndon B. Johnson's mother.
East Austin community seeks alternative to Austin ISD's school closures
The future of several Austin ISD schools remains uncertain as the district is forced to make some difficult decisions. Community members are now airing their frustrations.
1 killed in North Austin car crash: ATCEMS
One person is dead after a “serious" car crash in North Austin.
2 injured in 'machete' fight near Austin City Hall
Two people were injured after a fight with a machete across the street from Austin City Hall Monday night, police said.
Second suspect wanted in In-N-Out restaurant assault
The Austin Police Department is looking for help identifying two men who assaulted a person at an In-N-Out restaurant.
Gov. Abbott orders state-led homeless encampment removal in Austin
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday directed state agencies to begin a concerted operation to remove homeless encampments and enforce laws in Austin, citing public safety concerns over "weapons, needles, and other debris" littering the city's streets and state property.
UT Austin students protest President Trump's Higher Education Compact
President Trump is asking UT to make some major changes to school policy. It's all part of the president's higher education compact. In response, UT students marched to push back against the president's request.
'Austin FIRST' mental health pilot program launches in downtown
The city of Austin is transforming how it responds to mental health crises. A first-of-its-kind pilot program is designed to reach people in crisis early, before situations escalate.
2 men from Mexico arrested in connection to North Austin murder
Two people who came into the United States illegally have been arrested in connection to a murder.
CapMetro swears in RenEarl Bowie as police chief
The CapMetro Transit Police Department has sworn in a new chief, RenEarl Bowie.
Austin, Travis County under disaster declarations due to wildfire risk
Austin and Travis County are under disaster declarations due to the risk of wildfires.
F1 United States Grand Prix will remain in Austin until 2034
F1’s U.S. Grand Prix will stay in Austin for the next nine years after a new contract was announced.
Massive "No Kings" rallies erupt nationwide in protest of Trump Administration
Millions of people participated in "No Kings" rallies nationwide to protest the Trump Administration's policies, with the vast majority of the over 2,000 marches remaining peaceful despite political warnings.
Search for missing swimmer in Lake Travis
The Travis County Sheriff's Office says the search for a missing swimmer in Lake Travis is now a recovery mission.
Austin 'No Kings' protests: Demonstrations take place
Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets nationwide as part of the nationwide "No Kings" movement and protests are also happening right here in Central Texas.
Austin's 'No Kings' protest to take place in downtown
Thousands of protesters will take to the streets nationwide, including right here in Central Texas. It's part of the nationwide “No Kings” movement.