Southeast Austin apartment fire leaves $3M in damages

The Austin Fire Department is investigating a large fire that broke out at the Sage at Franklin Park apartment complex in Southeast Austin.

Waymo runs into self driving car issues in Austin
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Waymo self driving cars run into challenges as Austin police recognize issues concerning hand signals and officers, along with school bus laws.

Avocado oil spill closes 15th Street exit on I-35

A "significant amount of avocado oil" shut down an exit on I-35 in downtown Austin Friday evening.

Brianna Aguilera: Family's attorney says APD did not do thorough investigation in her death

The attorney for the family of Brianna Aguilera, who was found dead on Saturday in West Campus is calling out the Austin Police Department, saying they did not do a thorough investigation.

Waymo to file voluntary software recall regarding self-driving cars illegally passing school buses

Waymo says it will be filing a voluntary software recall with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The recall concerns reports of the self-driving cars illegally passing school buses.

Austin has to commit funding for phase 2 of caps and stitches sooner than expected

There has been a change in how fast the city has to commit funding for caps and stitches over I-35. The project will create real estate for parks and buildings over the highway.

Texas State Bobcats on stage with return of 'Beauty and the Beast' in Austin

The classic fairy tale “Beauty and the Beast" is being performed at UT Austin's Bass Concert Hall. The musical features actors out of Texas State University's theater program.

Family of Brianna Aguilera retains Tony Buzbee, disputes ruling in student's death

The Buzbee Law Firm is teaming up with the Gamez Law Firm to help the parents of 19-year-old Brianna Aguilera, a Texas A&M student, who was found dead on a sidewalk in Austin last week.

Austin man sentenced to 60 years for drug-related charges

An Austin man was sentenced to 60 years in prison for delivery of fentanyl and possession with intent to deliver heroin.

Austin firefighters will now be equipped with bulletproof vests

Austin firefighters now have more protection on the job. Nearly 200 bulletproof vests are being rolled out. It is equipment the firefighters said is essential as they respond to more dangerous calls.

Construction to cut through South Austin family's yard because of 1958 $1 easement

A South Austin family is speaking out after the City of Austin started construction in their yard, with no compensation. This is because of a $1 easement from 1958.

Brianna Aguilera's death at Austin apartment not being investigated as homicide: APD

The death of 19-year-old Brianna Aguilera outside a West Campus apartment building over the weekend is not being investigated as a homicide, Austin police say. Her family said she was in town for the Aggie-Longhorn game.

Central Texas Winter weather outlook 2025-2026: Will there be snow?

This winter, Central Texas is likely to see overall warmer and drier-than-normal conditions but that doesn’t rule out occasional cold snaps or volatile weather swings.

APD officer wellness after 4 officer-involved shootings
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The Austin Police Department is increasing its focus on officer wellness programs while investigating an officer involved in four separate shootings over a 15-month period.