APD responds to claims it did not verify registered sex offender's information for years

Austin Police is responding after a sexual assault survivor claims the department, in her case, did not verify a registered sex offender’s information for 7 years. 

Halloween safety: APD offers tips, outlines street closure plan for 6th Street

The Austin Police Department is offering safety tips for those celebrating Halloween this weekend both in their neighborhoods and on 6th Street.

Halloween floods in Onion Creek: Mayor Pro Tem invites community to honor victims

Mayor Pro Tem Vanessa Fuentes is inviting the community to gather together in remembrance to honor the lives lost in deadly 2013 and 2015 Onion Creek floods.

Austin's Wishbone bridge to open early 2026

There are several new additions to look forward to at Lady Bird Lake, including the opening of the Wishbone bridge.

Quick-moving fire in South Austin burns over 20 acres

A quick-moving fire could have been much worse had first responders not been prepared. Thankfully, crews responded quickly because this property backs right up to an entire subdivision.

Man found guilty of slapping, pulling box cutter on CapMetro passenger

The man accused of slapping and pulling a box cutter on a gay man on a CapMetro bus has been found guilty and sentenced to five years in prison.

No fires, grilling at any City of Austin parks, greenbelts, preserves

Austin Parks and Recreation has issued a parks burning restriction starting Wednesday, Oct. 29. This comes as Central Texas is experiencing dangerous fire conditions.

Austin's controversial Prop Q has sparked strong opinions

The controversial Proposition Q has sparked strong opinions this cycle. So far, more than 45,000 voters have submitted their ballots early in Austin.

East Austin road safety improvements in the works

In response to strong community concerns over safety on the road, the City of Austin is rolling out improvements in east Austin.

Man wanted for murder found hiding in Austin homeless camp; Victim's sister speaks out

The state is removing homeless camps and relocating homeless people in Austin. This comes after a man who was wanted for murder was found earlier this month camping in the city.

Austin Central Library shooting: Victim speaks out

The victim in Saturday's shooting at the Austin Central Library is now speaking out. And, new details revealed the suspect was involved in another shooting hours before.

Austin Democrat Sarah Eckhardt announces House bid

The Austin Democrat Sarah Eckhardt launched a congressional bid for the House seat being vacated by Republican Michael McCaul.