UT Austin creates new unit for campus safety

The University of Texas is creating a new unit for campus safety. UT said it is focused on coordination and long-term planning.

FedEx driver struck, injured; APD looking for vehicle that fled scene

The Austin Police Department is looking for an SUV that struck a FedEx driver during a delivery in North Austin and fled the scene.

Austin's Wishbone Bridge to open on Saturday

The Wishbone Bridge will officially open on Saturday, Feb. 7. It connects the Hike and Bike Trail on the east side of Lady Bird Lake.

Austin City Council removes agenda item to vote on AI security cameras at city parks

Austin City Council removed the agenda item to vote on artificial intelligence security cameras at city parks. Protesters who oppose AI surveillance called the decision a "temporary victory."

Wishbone Bridge to open February 7
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The Wishbone Bridge will officially open on Saturday, Feb. 7. It connects the Hike and Bike Trail on the east side of Lady Bird Lake.

Colin Allred blasts Senate hopeful James Talarico over alleged 'mediocre' comment

A dispute over alleged racial comments by candidate James Talarico has sparked a high-stakes confrontation with Colin Allred, potentially reshaping the Texas Democratic Senate primary and its appeal to Black voters.

Round Rock man in federal custody for allegedly robbing NW Austin bank

A Round Rock man is now in federal custody for allegedly robbing a bank in Northwest Austin and could face up to 20 years in prison.

Fatal crash shuts down parts of US 183, SH 71 at interchange: APD

A fatal crash has closed off parts of US 183 and SH 71 at the interchange near the Austin airport, says the Austin Police Department.

Islamic Relief U.S.A. preps 20k meals for food bank
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Volunteers from all faiths and backgrounds gathered at Austin’s Nueces Mosque on Sunday to pack 20,000 meals for the Central Texas Food Bank.

70 volunteers unite at Nueces Mosque to prepare 20,000 meals for food bank

Volunteers from all faiths and backgrounds gathered at Austin’s Nueces Mosque on Sunday to pack 20,000 meals for the Central Texas Food Bank.

Thousands gather in Austin to protest ICE operations

At the Pan American Neighborhood Park in East Austin, a sea of demonstrators joined together to protest ICE activity across the country.

Austin-area lawmakers clash on party lines over ICE protests

Democrats rallied to condemn increased immigration enforcement, while Republicans argue that protests hinder officials as they do their jobs.

Woman vandalizes East Austin smoke shop 3 times, causing nearly $30K in damages

An East Austin smoke shop owner says a woman has vandalized his business three times since Thanksgiving, causing about $30,000 in damage despite repeated arrests.

Application process for school choice program starts soon

The billion dollar school choice program for Texas students launches next week.  The program called “Education Freedom Accounts” will start accepting applications on Wednesday, Feb. 4.