Former U.S. Army Ranger returns to Austin after being arrested by Israeli forces
A former Army Ranger and activist was met with cheers as he made his return to Austin after being arrested by Israeli forces.
Woman searching for her dog for months considering legal action against vet clinic
A woman is heartbroken from a months-long search for her lost puppy and is considering legal action against the vet clinic that installed her dog's microchip.
Travis County jails are running out of room; see uptick in violent offenders
The backlog at the courthouse is causing a problem at the jailhouse. Almost 600 people, all charged with violent crimes, are in the Travis County jails.
Neighbors concerned about Sheffield Park pond drying up; park renovations to blame
The pond at Beverly Sheffield Northwest District Park is drying up to the dismay of some neighbors.
Becker Elementary parents voice concerns over Austin ISD closures
Sweeping changes could be on the horizon for Austin ISD. AISD says it's fighting to save the district amid a nearly $20 million budget deficit.
Debate over proposed homeless center in South Austin heats up
There are new details on the proposed housing navigation center in South Austin that has brought pushback from the community.
'Austin FIRST' pilot program to send mental health experts to crises
The City of Austin is starting a pilot program to help respond during mental health crises.
Abandoned I-35 buildings destroyed by fire; cause under investigation
The cause of a large fire that destroyed an abandoned Ethiopian restaurant and the old Roadway Inn is under investigation.
Woman found on ground behind auto repair shop; police investigate as homicide
The Austin Police Department is investigating a homicide in the 8200 block of Research Boulevard service road northbound.
Hundreds gather in Austin to join worldwide protests for Gaza ceasefire and sanctions
Hundreds of pro-Palestine demonstrators gathered in Austin as part of a Global Day of Action to demand a ceasefire, sanctions on Israel, and an arms embargo, with negotiations for a hostage-for-prisoners peace deal set to continue this week.
Silver Alert canceled for missing 68-year-old Enrique Leon in East Austin
A Silver Alert was active in East Austin for 68-year-old Enrique Ramirez Leon, who was originally missing.
Austin weather: Above-average heat expected this week
While the region should be seeing highs in the mid-80s for early October, the current streak of above-average heat is set to continue through the next seven days.
Group holds rally in Austin in support of death row inmate Robert Roberson
Supporters will gather at the Texas State Capitol Saturday afternoon to offer their support for death row inmate Robert Roberson in his fight for a new trial ahead of his scheduled execution.
Glen Powell attends South Austin event promoting 'Chad Powers'
Glen Powell attending a South Austin event to promote his new Hulu series "Chad Powers."
2025 ACL Music Festival is back in Zilker Park
Austin’s biggest music festival is back, and thousands are packing into Zilker Park for day one of ACL.
Austin ISD releases consolidation, boundary change plan; 13 schools on chopping block
Austin ISD has released its consolidation and boundary change for the next school year, which includes the closure of 13 schools.
South Austin neighborhood continues pushing back against homeless center's new location
The city of Austin is eyeing a new site for a Homeless Navigation Center. While the city has not announced which nonprofit will run the center, it has brought on some confusion.
2025 ACL Music Festival: Travelers flocking to Austin from across the country
The Austin City Limits Music Festival will take center stage at Zilker Park this weekend.
Urban Alchemy lays off over 100 people after city homeless shelter contract ended
Urban Alchemy, a California-based nonprofit, has laid off over 100 workers at two downtown shelters after its contract with the city expired Tuesday.
Man convicted of murder in deadly East Austin gas station shooting
A man was convicted of murder in connection with a deadly East Austin shooting in 2023.