Travis County sees decline in opioid-related deaths: ATCEMS

For the first time in nearly a decade, Austin-Travis County EMS reported a decline in opioid-related deaths.

Texas Senate committee discusses proposed ban on all THC products

A Texas Senate committee discussed one of the most controversial bills up for debate this session — a proposed ban on THC.

SXSW 2025: Austin is prepared for festival season, mayor says

Close to half a million people are expected to flood the streets of Austin in the coming days. Austin Mayor Kirk Watson said the city is prepared for this festival season.

Farm to school lunch trays at Lake Travis ISD thanks to Central TX Food Bank

Lake Travis ISD is offering colorful options to your kid's school lunch tray thanks to the help of Central Texas Food Bank's Food Hub Program.

NASCAR at COTA: Fans cheer drivers on during fifth Austin race

NASCAR hit the Circuit of the Americas track for the fifth year in a row, with fans cheering on their favorite drivers as they navigate a slightly different course.

NASCAR is back at Circuit of the Americas for its 5th year

Fans and drivers are revved up for race weekend because NASCAR at COTA is back on track for its fifth year.

Measles in Texas: Austin doctor speaks on recent virus outbreak

West Texas continues to deal with a measles outbreak, and now, Austin has confirmed its first case of the virus. An Austin doctor spoke about the recent outbreak.

Measles in Texas: Unvaccinated infant in Austin tests positive for virus

The City of Austin is reporting its first case of measles. Austin Public Health officials are now urging people to be prepared and are calling for vaccinations.