Man injured in shooting on East 2nd St in downtown Austin

Residents are being asked to avoid the area and to seek alternate routes, if possible. If you have any information contact Crime Stoppers TIPS Hotline at 512-472-TIPS (8477) or 800-893-TIPS (8477).

Millions at risk as temperatures soar above 100 degrees in the South, Southwest

Temperatures across Texas have been in the triple-digits all week, but it looks like on Thursday, things will be a bit "cooler" before the hotter temperatures return.

How companies use rolling blackouts to manage the power grid

Utility companies cut power to one area for a few hours and then another region to prevent widespread outages

New lawsuit filed over Texas trans family investigations

Wednesday’s lawsuit in Texas was filed on behalf of families of three boys — two 16-year-olds and a 14-year-old — who have been receiving hormone therapy.

Hottest days to come this weekend for Central Texas

It is not normal to experience this kind of heat this early in the Summer. Highs are running 10 to 15 degrees warmer than average.

Drivers feeling effects of gas prices hitting record high

Data from AAA shows what the average gas price is each day. In Travis County, it's $4.57. In Williamson County, it's $4.56.

APD searching for fugitive wanted for strangling ex-girlfriend

Austin police is asking for the public's assistance in locating 36-year-old Jason Alex Latzko, a fugitive wanted for strangling his ex-girlfriend.

How to keep pets safe, comfortable during a warm-weather power outage

During a warm-weather power outage, it's important to keep your furry friends safe and comfortable. Austin Pets Alive! teamed up with Austin Energy to create a list of safety tips.

Gun violence summit in Austin looks to find solutions

Austin and Travis County leaders are being joined by shooting survivors and gun violence experts, with the goal of finding local solutions.

Austin Public Library presents 'Banned Camp' summer event series with BookPeople

The series lasts throughout the summer with author events, storytimes, book clubs, and more at Austin Public Library locations, virtually, and at other locations throughout the city. 

Two open-call opportunities for City of Austin's Art in Public Places program

The City of Austin's Art in Public Places program has two open-call opportunities for Texas-based artists. The application is open until August 4, 2022.

AGE of Central Texas breaks ground on new South Austin facility

The new South Austin center will provide programming and support for older adults and family caregivers, including a state-of-the-art, non-residential adult day health center for older adults living with memory loss or dementia.

Extreme heat, record-high temperature days start with morning overcasts

Mornings have been almost completely overcast, but the afternoons are entirely sunny. This is all under a powerful heat dome that's working hard to keep all the clouds and rain chances away. So what gives?

Austin City Council considers raising base wage for city workers

Council members got an earful Tuesday from the Living Wage Working Group, made up of unions and workers’ advocates, on why they say the living wage needs to be increased to $22 in the upcoming city budget. It’s been stuck at $15 since 2018.

APD searching for suspects involved in assault with deadly weapon in South Austin

The investigation points to two or three suspects leaving the area in a newer model, dark-colored Dodge Charger with red neon lights underneath the frame.

Organizations partner up to offer free summer meals to Austin families

Families can visit the Central Health Southeast Health & Wellness Center, 2901 Montopolis Drive, Austin, Texas, 78741, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday through Friday to collect their free summer meals. 

Austin ISD to receive over $5.5 million reimbursement for COVID safety measures

The money will reimburse the district for its spending to purchase personal protective equipment (PPE), disinfectant and cleaning supplies, and more.