SWAT situation in South Austin ends with 1 person in custody
No further details about the incident have been released at this time, but police say the person involved was having a mental health episode.
No further details about the incident have been released at this time, but police say the person involved was having a mental health episode.
Marginal risk of severe weather, flooding due to storms
The severe weather threat will remain low. The area is under a marginal risk of severe storms and flooding. If the storms turn severe they will be isolated and short-lived.
The severe weather threat will remain low. The area is under a marginal risk of severe storms and flooding. If the storms turn severe they will be isolated and short-lived.
Interactive art experience The Surreal Garden at Zilker Botanical Garden
The community will get to experience Zilker Botanical Garden in a whole new light as the space is transformed by neon, fantastical art pieces.
The community will get to experience Zilker Botanical Garden in a whole new light as the space is transformed by neon, fantastical art pieces.
East Austin man charged with capital murder for allegedly shooting, killing wife, stepson
According to court documents, 42-year-old David Ontiveros Jr. himself had called police, saying he had shot his wife, 39-year-old Christina Limon and her son, 14-year-old Rudy Limon-Lirra.
According to court documents, 42-year-old David Ontiveros Jr. himself had called police, saying he had shot his wife, 39-year-old Christina Limon and her son, 14-year-old Rudy Limon-Lirra.
15 migrants, driver injured after chase with Texas deputies
Following a high-speed chase with Texas deputies, a truck that 15 migrants were traveling in rolled over in Bexar County. Two individuals are in critical condition, according to authorities.
Following a high-speed chase with Texas deputies, a truck that 15 migrants were traveling in rolled over in Bexar County. Two individuals are in critical condition, according to authorities.
Austin FC remains undefeated at home following 3-0 win over Whitecaps
Austin FC remains undefeated at home after triumphing over Vancouver Whitecaps FC Saturday night.
Austin FC remains undefeated at home after triumphing over Vancouver Whitecaps FC Saturday night.
46 puppies adopted from Austin Pets Alive! in one week
APA! says it still has about 16 puppies in need of homes and that April 24 is the last day of the adoption special at the Town Lake Animal Center.
APA! says it still has about 16 puppies in need of homes and that April 24 is the last day of the adoption special at the Town Lake Animal Center.
"He knew he was going to die": Mother of South Austin homicide victim asking for help to solve his case
On Easter Sunday, the body of 35-year-old Cory Arizmendez was found on E. Milton Street, just two blocks over from South Congress.
On Easter Sunday, the body of 35-year-old Cory Arizmendez was found on E. Milton Street, just two blocks over from South Congress.
Austin Reggae Festival returns after two-year long hiatus due to COVID-19
The festival is dedicated to music, food, and having fun with a highly anticipated performance from Grammy-nominated reggae artist Julian Marley on Sunday.
The festival is dedicated to music, food, and having fun with a highly anticipated performance from Grammy-nominated reggae artist Julian Marley on Sunday.
Austin rock band Madam Radar opens for Bon Jovi at new Moody Center
Austin-based band Madam Radar will be opening for Bon Jovi this Saturday at the new Moody Center. They will be the first Austin band to play at the venue.
Austin-based band Madam Radar will be opening for Bon Jovi this Saturday at the new Moody Center. They will be the first Austin band to play at the venue.
Austin Energy presents check to Austin ISD totaling more than $377K to celebrate Earth Day
The check represented a combined $377,177.80 in energy efficiency rebates and demand response incentives that Austin ISD earned in fiscal year 2021, says Austin Energy.
The check represented a combined $377,177.80 in energy efficiency rebates and demand response incentives that Austin ISD earned in fiscal year 2021, says Austin Energy.
Pedrie Wannenburg: Austin Gilgronis rugby team mourns loss of former coach, player
Pedrie Wannenburg played and coached with the Austin Gilgronis when it was known as Austin Elite.
Pedrie Wannenburg played and coached with the Austin Gilgronis when it was known as Austin Elite.
Pedrie Wannenburg, former Austin Elite Rugby coach, player killed in Harris County pursuit
41-year-old Pedrie Wannenburg has died from his injuries after being airlifted to a hospital, says Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
41-year-old Pedrie Wannenburg has died from his injuries after being airlifted to a hospital, says Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
Two people pinned after two-vehicle crash involving semi, SUV
ATCEMS says four people total were involved and two of them were declared trauma alerts. A child was also transported to the hospital.
ATCEMS says four people total were involved and two of them were declared trauma alerts. A child was also transported to the hospital.
Family of man shot and killed seeks answers after no arrests made
Reginald Hodge was shot and killed trying to deescalate an altercation between his girlfriend and neighbor, yet no one has been arrested. Hodge's family is seeking answers as to why the suspect is still on the streets.
Reginald Hodge was shot and killed trying to deescalate an altercation between his girlfriend and neighbor, yet no one has been arrested. Hodge's family is seeking answers as to why the suspect is still on the streets.
Austin-Travis County EMS using new software to combat drug overdoses
ATCEMS uses Austin-based company ESO’s Electronic Health Record to track patient information.The software allows first responders and public health officials to track overdose outcomes and their location.
ATCEMS uses Austin-based company ESO’s Electronic Health Record to track patient information.The software allows first responders and public health officials to track overdose outcomes and their location.
ATCEMS responds to drowning at Walter E Long Lake in East Austin
ATCEMS and Austin Fire responded to a drowning in East Austin on Friday. The patient has since been transported to Dell Seton Medical Center with non-life threatening complaints.
ATCEMS and Austin Fire responded to a drowning in East Austin on Friday. The patient has since been transported to Dell Seton Medical Center with non-life threatening complaints.
CapMetro wins 'Champion of the Challenge' award from Federal Transit Administration
On Earth Day, CapMetro won the large agency 'Champion of the Challenge' award for developing a plan including achievable and ambitious strategies for reaching emission reduction goals.
On Earth Day, CapMetro won the large agency 'Champion of the Challenge' award for developing a plan including achievable and ambitious strategies for reaching emission reduction goals.
UTPD chief David Carter dead at 64 following prolonged cancer battle
David Carter had served as UTPD police chief since 2013 and was also vice president for campus security at UT Austin. He died at 64 following a prolonged battle with cancer.
David Carter had served as UTPD police chief since 2013 and was also vice president for campus security at UT Austin. He died at 64 following a prolonged battle with cancer.
Big Stacy Pool temporarily closed April 22 for emergency maintenance
PARD Aquatics Division staff anticipate that the pool will re-open tomorrow, Saturday, April 23, for regular operating hours.
PARD Aquatics Division staff anticipate that the pool will re-open tomorrow, Saturday, April 23, for regular operating hours.