1 person detained after I-35 upper deck SB crash

The upper deck of I-35 southbound was closed after a 2-vehicle wreck that critically injured one person.

Austin ISD Board votes to extend interim superintendent's contract through June 2024

The Austin ISD Board of Trustees voted unanimously to extend the contract with Interim Superintendent Matias Segura through June 2024 while they search for the next superintendent.

Jurors hear witness testimony in Daniel Perry murder trial

The jury heard from participants and police officers who were present at the 2020 Black Lives Matter protest where Garrett Foster was shot and killed.

Animal sedative found mixed with fentanyl; DEA issues warning

The sedative, called xylazine, has been detected in the Central Texas area. A bipartisan bill in Congress is trying to classify xylazine as a schedule III drug.

Austin Parks Foundation brings back 'In the Park' series for 2023

These free, in-person community events will kick off this April through November and offer unique experiences for Austinites of all ages.

Texas CROWN Act legislation moves forward at Capitol

HB 567, known as the CROWN Act, would protect Texans from discrimination based on hairstyles and hair expression.

Austin Water discusses what's being done to prevent another water emergency

Austin City Council members grilled Austin Water officials about what’s being done to prevent another water emergency like the city-wide boil water notice in February 2022.

South Austin house fire leaves 2 displaced

Fire investigators are still working to determine what caused a fire at a home in South Austin.

CMT Awards hosted in Austin with events in Downtown taking place all weekend

The city has closed multiple roads throughout downtown and built outdoor stages for popular country artists including Keith Urban and Carrie Underwood. The events lead up to the CMT Awards, which will be on Sunday at the Moody Center.

Lakeway teen golfer heads to Augusta for national competition

Audrey McIntyre is one of 80 nationwide, one of just ten in her age bracket, heading to the Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals. The competition will take place at Augusta National ahead of the Masters.

Victim suffers severe brain injuries following attack by man in Downtown Austin: APD

The victim had severe injuries and was immediately taken to a hospital. The injuries included multiple skull fractures, swelling of the head, and severe brain trauma.

Austin Water reports progress on external review recommendations

The improvements stem from recommendations made as part of an external review of Austin Water that was completed in January 2023.

TxDOT breaks ground on I-35 Capital Express North project

The $606 million freeway expansion will add one HOV lane in each direction of I-35 in areas of North Austin, along with other road improvements.

Central Texas weather: Cool weather continues Wednesday, then warming trend begins

Enjoy the cooler temperatures while they last. A warm front is heading our way. Zack Shields has details, plus a few chances for some rain, in his full forecast.