Austin police identify pedestrian killed on Ed Bluestein Blvd

Carlos Villela, 56, was reportedly in the roadway when he was struck by a Ford Raptor. The driver remained on scene and is cooperating with the investigation.

Oakwood Cemetery Chapel staff seeking descendants of people of color to participate in vision project

The Oakwood Cemetery Chapel staff is calling for descendants of people of color buried in the Oakwood Cemetery to participate in a vision session with Oakwood’s Historic Preservation and Archaeology project specialists.

Tenants’ rights resolutions will be heard at Austin City Council this week

Austin City Council members joined advocates and renters for a press conference announcing tenants’ rights resolutions being heard at council this Thursday.

Austin remembers Dr. Dodson, pediatrician killed in hostage situation one year ago

In 2021, four employees at the Children's Medical Group were held hostage by a terminally ill man. Everyone was able to escape except for Dr. Dodson, who was shot by the hostage-taker.

Joe Rogan and Spotify: How COVID-19 backlash could impact platform

Neil Young's protest against Spotify over podcaster Joe Rogan is rocking the world's most popular streaming service, and it's putting a spotlight on its business priorities.

Man caught trespassing at Mansfield Dam, climbed through secure fencing

A Travis County affidavit states that a 26-year-old man trespassed and climbed through multiple fences and security gates to reach the top of Mansfield Dam.

Winter storm preparation begins, TxDOT treating Austin roads

TxDOT has started treating Austin roads with de-icing materials as winter weather is expected to make it's way through Central Texas soon.

Suspect arrested for 2021 homicide at northeast Austin Walmart

Ronald Bryant has been arrested for the murder of Jose Vasquez, after shooting him in a Northeast Austin Walmart parking lot in November 2021.

Texans can skip the DMV line, use Texas by Texas (TxT)

Texas by Texas (TxT) is a new digital assistant that helps Texans manage and complete transactions for state government services.

Austin man arrested for father's murder, lived together in truck

Rico Manalang is accused of murdering his father, Joseph Manalang, who lived with him in a 2002 red Dodge Dakota pick-up truck.

Joe Rogan pledges to ‘try harder’ amid Spotify protests over COVID-19 misinformation

Joe Rogan responded to backlash and Neil Young’s music boycott over his Spotify-exclusive podcast, saying he was only seeking to have conversations with people who have “differing opinions.”

Austin invited to celebrate Bevo's birthday at Frank Erwin Center

The birthday party will include tailgate games, trivia, and free snacks. Attendees will also have the chance to sign a large birthday card for Bevo as well as take photos with him.

Joni Mitchell pulls music from Spotify joining Neil Young in protest over Joe Rogan podcast

Joni Mitchell said she is seeking to remove her music from Spotify in solidarity with Neil Young, who ignited a protest against the streaming service over Joe Rogan's podcast.

Austin ISD schools will be closed February 11, March 4

To offer some measure of stress relief during the pandemic, Austin ISD administration will close schools on two Fridays this spring.

APD investigating officer-involved shooting in North Austin

The Austin Police Department (APD) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that happened early Saturday morning in North Austin.

Police investigating suspicious death of child in North Austin

Police are investigating the suspicious death of a child at the Villas at Mueller apartment complex on Manor Road on Friday morning.