Man indicted after dog found dead in downtown Austin hotel

Tyler Berry was arrested in March by the Pflugerville Police Department on an arrest warrant signed in October 2021.

Austin man tried to smuggle meth into US while eating cheeseburger

Yen-Tsun Huang was a passenger in a vehicle attempting to pass through a Border Patrol checkpoint when authorities noticed his suspicious behavior.

ATCEMS: Multiple hurt in crash involving semitruck on I-35

Drivers are being asked to avoid the area and to seek alternate routes, if possible. Drivers should also expect delays in the area because of this incident.

Police asking for public's help finding missing 39-year-old woman

Police are looking for 39-year-old Yolanda Jaimes. She was last seen on June 24 around 6 a.m. at her home in the 7000 block of Craybrough Circle.

Austin realtors hand delivers care kits, vital info to those experiencing homelessness

ABOR partnered with Community First Village and mobilized more than 250 volunteers to assemble care kits full of non-perishable food, hygiene products and education on affordable housing.

Austin police arrests suspect for shooting at Dollar Tree parking lot

APD is still looking to identify other individuals who may have been victims and witnesses to the shooting though, including the persons and vehicles pictured below.

Indoor masking recommended for Independence Day celebrations

Texans are also being encouraged to stay home if they're experiencing symptoms, even if it’s just a scratchy throat or you think it’s “just allergies.”

Texas spending $105.5M to support additional school safety, mental health initiatives

The money will reportedly boost actions the state has already taken to make schools safer and support the mental health of children, teachers, and families following the tragedy at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde.

Chance for showers and thunderstorms as Austin sets new record for 100+ degree days

There is a chance for showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Storms will be isolated and most won’t get any rain but those that do will see brief torrential downpours.

Groups sue TxDOT to stop proposed I-35 highway expansions

The state transportation department plans to spend more than $1 billion to expand the interstate between Highway 290 East to the north and Highway 71 to the south.

SWAT standoff in East Austin, man detained and charged

The Austin Police Department says the man had barricaded himself inside a home on Merrie Lynn Avenue near Manor Road.

Austin-area animal shelters are overcrowded; adoptions and foster care needed

On July 2, Austin Pets Alive, the Austin Animal Center, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter, and Georgetown Animal Shelter will host an adoption event.

Texas Democrats respond to Roe v. Wade decision

Monday at the Capitol, the Democrats announced their disdain for the high court's decision on Roe v. Wade being overturned. Former Austin City Council member Greg Casar said he supports Travis County District Attorney Jose Garza's decision not to go after doctors.

APD asks for help finding missing endangered man

On May 17, Martel solicited help from a stranger at a parking lot of Sears Outlet in Spring, Texas. Harris County deputies checked the area and did not locate Martel.

Austin ISD hosts job fair for different departments

Austin ISD said the departments of food service, maintenance and transportation are hiring.

With little short-term hope, Texas’ abortion-rights movement sets its sights on the long run

Advocates and politicians say they hope Texas’ ban on abortion will motivate voters. But they say they’ll need to emulate the strategies of the anti-abortion movement to reach long-term success.

Squirrel comes down through chimney in South Austin home

A squirrel fell down a South Austin resident's chimney and ran around the house before eventually exiting out the back door.

Showers and thunderstorms possible in Central Texas, temps dip below triple digits

A combination of a tropical wave from the east and an upper-level system from the west means showers and thunderstorms will be possible through the afternoon.

Zilker Park shuttle hopes to help alleviate traffic in area

Austin Parks and Recreation has launched a pilot program and is offering a free weekend shuttle to one of Austin's most popular spots.