Austin Pets Alive! hosting Heat "Waive" adoption special through June 16

The shelter is waiving all traditional adoption fees, except for surgery deposits, in favor of potential adopters naming their own adoption fee for all APA! animals.

Austin ISD serving free meals for kids this summer

Children and teens age 18 and younger and enrolled disabled students up to 21 years old can receive free meals beginning June 6 at select Austin ISD campuses.

Possible job cuts by Tesla could cut into deal with Travis County

Travis County officials are also keeping a close watch. The multi-million dollar incentive package that brought Tesla to Austin does not require a job cut notification.

Victim identified in deadly shooting in South Austin gym parking lot

The Austin Police Department has apprehended a person of interest and identified the victim of a deadly shooting that occurred in the parking lot of an LA Fitness in south Austin.

New omicron subvariants cause spike in COVID-19 cases in Austin area

The City of Austin is encouraging residents to stay proactive in protecting yourself against COVID-19 as two new omicron subvariants are causing cases to rise.

ATX Television Festival kicks off Season 11 with opening night red carpet

Opening night featured a world premiere screening of "Dark Winds" and a host of talent that will be participating in festival event's over the weekend.

CapMetro to receive $780K in American Rescue Plan funding

The funding will be used to help strengthen frontline recruitment and retention efforts, staff training and career development services, says the transit agency.

Rain chances today before temperatures heat up to triple digits

A complex of storms in West Texas is expected to have a chance to survive long enough to reach parts of Central Texas. The prime areas to see rain will be from Austin to Hill Country.

HousingWorks Austin releases district-by-district affordable housing analysis

The nonprofit HousingWorks said there isn't enough affordable housing in the city, specifically in high-cost areas like west of Mopac Expressway.

TxDOT launches campaign to address road safety on Texas roadways

A media blitz launched by TxDOT was designed to address the safety crisis. The message is simple and to the point, if you are caught speeding, you will be ticketed. 

Austin Animal Center hosting free microchip, rabies vaccine clinic

Does your pet need a rabies vaccine or a microchip? You're in luck- the Austin Animal Center is hosting a free clinic on Saturday, June 4.

Motorcyclist killed in North Austin crash identified

A preliminary investigation and witness accounts indicate the motorcyclist possibly lost control, causing his motorcycle to fall. A vehicle had attempted to veer out of the way, but crashed into him.

Austin police seeking public's help in locating driver involved in deadly hit-and-run

A driver hit and killed a pedestrian in North Austin before fleeing the scene. APD is asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact the Highway Investigation Tip Line.

Austin Fire crews working gas line break in North Austin

Austin Fire Department is asking travelers to avoid the area near FM 620 and Parmer Lane due to a gas line break.

Yoga instructor offers mindfulness, calming tools for kids

ATX Yoga Girl founder Cynthia Bernard is participating in a free yoga series that sets to introduce mindfulness and calming tools to little ones.