Austin considers changes to short-term rental codes

A big change could be coming to a significant number of properties throughout the city, with a new proposal to overhaul the city’s current short-term rental regulations.

Austin weather: Emergency responders provide cold weather tips, supplies

Most people are not ready to handle extreme temperatures and their aftermath. However, knowing how to respond in situations like pipes bursting or power outages will save you and your wallet.

Texas House moves forward after new speaker was elected

The 89th Texas Legislative Session is now underway. With new leadership roles in place, lawmakers are focusing on which bills to start moving forward.

6th Street safety in downtown Austin: Officials update on changes

City of Austin officials are updating the public on changes to Sixth Street in downtown, including opening it to westbound traffic starting this weekend.

Austin weather: Arctic invasion coming, will it bring snow?

A brutal cold is expected to hit Austin this coming weekend and it will also put most of Texas in a deep freeze.

Iconic Austin Tex-Mex restaurant Trudy's closes last location

After more than 40 years, Trudy's Tex-Mex has announced it is closing its only remaining brick-and-mortar restaurant on Burnet Road.

Austin-area firefighters head to southern California to help fight wildfires

More than 100 Texas firefighters and equipment are in southern California to help battle the deadly wildfires. Some Austin-area firefighters are also making the trip.

Austin fire responds to several homeless-related fires

Austin firefighters had a busy weekend. They responded to several fires, some of them in homeless camps during cold temperatures.

2 dogs killed in Southwest Austin house fire

Two dogs were killed in a Southwest Austin house fire, the Austin Fire Department said.

Texas Legislature: Education policy is major priority for both parties

The Texas legislative session begins Tuesday, Jan. 14, and education policy will be a major priority for both Republicans and Democrats.

Austin's cold weather shelters activated for Jan. 13

Due to cold overnight temperatures, the City of Austin will open its cold weather shelters on Monday, Jan. 13.