CapMetro will allow customers to request drop off between regular stops

CapMetro says the changes will support customers who may otherwise be hesitant to travel late at night by providing them with the opportunity to be dropped off closer to their destination.

Unseasonably high temperatures forecasted for Central Texas

The high temperatures aren't expected to stick around for too long. A cold front moves across our area Wednesday morning, however temperatures will remain above normal on April 6.

H-E-B begins construction on new store in southwest Austin

The H-E-B store will be located at Country Road 163 and Highway 290 in southwest Austin and is expected to be complete sometime in spring 2023.

Central Texas severe weather risk lowered, high winds biggest threat

Zack Shields says a cluster of severe storms will form along dry line and will become a stalled front north and west of Austin and then will push eastward.

Abbott proclaims April 2022 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Texas

This comes roughly six months after Governor Greg Abbott said Texas will work to "eliminate all rapists" when responding to a question about why he would sign a bill that forces a victim to carry her rapists’ baby to term.

Austin Fire Department responds to small gas leak in East Austin

The small gas leak is reportedly happening at the intersection of Goodwin Avenue and Tillery Street in East Austin. There is no threat to the public.

South Austin SWAT situation ends, police take suspect into custody

Officials say the suspect was taken into custody around 8:30 a.m. when he arrived back at the apartment in a vehicle. It's not clear when the suspect left the apartment.

Austin airport asks travelers to arrive early to airport, busy day expected

AUS officials are urging travelers to arrive at the airport early today, especially if you're flying out before 8 a.m., as they anticipate a busy day.

Lawsuit against AISD regarding sexual assault of young girl moves forward

A judge ruled that a lawsuit, centered around a young girl who was sexually abused by a bus driver, against AISD can move forward after the district tried to dismiss it.

UT Austin ranks among top 4 public universities for graduate school programs

UT Austin is one of only four public universities with 50 or more specialties ranked in the top 10 in the nation in US News & World Report's latest Best Graduate Schools rankings.

Austin 2nd in nation when it comes to rising rents

According to Redfin, between January 2021 and January 2022, rents in Austin surged by an average of 35% percent. That's second only to Portland, Oregon which saw a 39% increase.

Mayor Steve Adler tests positive for COVID-19, has mild symptoms

Austin Mayor Steve Adler tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday, April 3. Adler says he only has mild symptoms, thanks to getting the vaccine and booster.

2 killed, 1 critically injured in multiple auto-pedestrian crashes overnight in Austin

ATCEMS is urging drivers to always be aware of their surroundings when they get behind the wheel, and limit distractions after three separate auto-pedestrian crashes overnight.

Missing 39-year-old Austin woman located by APD

APD has located 39-year-old Belen Ayala, who went missing from North Austin on March 25, 2022.

Cyclists push for safety following hit-and-run in South Austin

After a cyclist was injured in a hit-and-run in South Austin, other cyclists are pushing for the city to make safety improvements.