Possibly toxic blue-green algae found on Lady Bird Lake & Lake Austin
Austin Watershed Protection says its staff has observed thick mats of blue-green algae, some of which may be toxic, on lakes in the area.
Austin Watershed Protection says its staff has observed thick mats of blue-green algae, some of which may be toxic, on lakes in the area.
Austin police say missing 73-year-old man found
The Austin Police Department says a missing 73-year-old man who requires medication has been found.
The Austin Police Department says a missing 73-year-old man who requires medication has been found.
Suspect dies after APD officers used Taser on him: police
The Austin Police Department says a male suspect died after being shot by a Taser while being detained by officers. Police are expected to release more details later this week.
The Austin Police Department says a male suspect died after being shot by a Taser while being detained by officers. Police are expected to release more details later this week.
Texas hemp ban enforceable while legal challenge plays out, court rules
The ban on many hemp products being sold in Texas can be enforced while a legal challenge plays out, a court has ruled.
The ban on many hemp products being sold in Texas can be enforced while a legal challenge plays out, a court has ruled.
Austin weather: Dozens of low-water crossings closed in Central Texas
Torrential overnight downpours triggered flash flooding across parts of Central Texas, pushing a river past its flood stage and forcing the closure of dozens of roads and low-water crossings.
Torrential overnight downpours triggered flash flooding across parts of Central Texas, pushing a river past its flood stage and forcing the closure of dozens of roads and low-water crossings.
Texas Longhorn softball celebrates second-straight national championship
After capturing their second straight national championship, the celebration of the Texas Longhorns softball team continued back here in Austin.
After capturing their second straight national championship, the celebration of the Texas Longhorns softball team continued back here in Austin.
How has recent rainfall affected Central Texas lake levels?
With all the rain we've been getting, how is that affecting our lake levels?
With all the rain we've been getting, how is that affecting our lake levels?
Texas World Cup crowds lead officials to launch Operation Safe Summer
Texas officials are coordinating their efforts to keep World Cup visitors safe in the state’s biggest cities with the tournament slated to start next week.
Texas officials are coordinating their efforts to keep World Cup visitors safe in the state’s biggest cities with the tournament slated to start next week.
Texas Pride events 2026: Parades, festivals and more happening this June
Pride Month is celebrated each June, and more than a dozen Texas cities and towns are hosting festivities this year.
Pride Month is celebrated each June, and more than a dozen Texas cities and towns are hosting festivities this year.
Austin weather: Rain showers and storms expected
Keep those umbrellas nearby as rain is expected today and this weekend.
Keep those umbrellas nearby as rain is expected today and this weekend.
13 arrested in federal drug bust at MacArthur Park in Los Angeles
Local and federal agents, some in tactical gear, have made their way to Los Angeles for an active narcotic operation.
Local and federal agents, some in tactical gear, have made their way to Los Angeles for an active narcotic operation.
Austin ISD police chief injured in motorcycle motorcade crash
Austin ISD police chief Wayne Sneed was injured late Wednesday night in a motorcycle motorcade crash involving one of his officers.
Austin ISD police chief Wayne Sneed was injured late Wednesday night in a motorcycle motorcade crash involving one of his officers.
Christopher Taylor, former APD officer, files lawsuit in reinstatement fight
The legal battle surrounding former APD officer Christopher Taylor is taking a new turn. This time, the fight isn't in a criminal court, but a civil one.
The legal battle surrounding former APD officer Christopher Taylor is taking a new turn. This time, the fight isn't in a criminal court, but a civil one.
More than 550 Austin ISD employees could lose their jobs amid budget deficit
Austin ISD says more than 550 positions could be impacted as they continue to address its $181 million budget deficit.
Austin ISD says more than 550 positions could be impacted as they continue to address its $181 million budget deficit.
Family of Austin man who was killed in drunk driving crash warns of dangers
Nearly one year has passed since a man was killed by a drunk driver near Lake Travis. His family is reminding people of the dangers of drunk driving as they continue to grieve.
Nearly one year has passed since a man was killed by a drunk driver near Lake Travis. His family is reminding people of the dangers of drunk driving as they continue to grieve.
Camnik Campbell murder: Austin police have breakthrough in nearly 4-year-old case
Austin police said the breakthrough in a nearly four-year-old murder may be in Houston. Detectives said the gun used to kill 27-year-old Camnik Campbell in Austin may have also been used in a Houston murder just weeks later.
Austin police said the breakthrough in a nearly four-year-old murder may be in Houston. Detectives said the gun used to kill 27-year-old Camnik Campbell in Austin may have also been used in a Houston murder just weeks later.
Man arrested in connection with body being found in trash can in South Austin
Police have arrested a man in connection with a body being found in the trash in South Austin.
Police have arrested a man in connection with a body being found in the trash in South Austin.
Man arrested for exposing himself to 2 different women in same Austin park
A man has been arrested after exposing himself to two different women in two separate incidents at Copperfield Park.
A man has been arrested after exposing himself to two different women in two separate incidents at Copperfield Park.
Jane Nelson, Texas’ top election official, stepping down as Secretary of State
Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson said Tuesday she will leave the post next month.
Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson said Tuesday she will leave the post next month.
South Austin hit-and-run leaves Air Force firefighter seriously injured
Austin police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who left an Air Force firefighter critically injured in South Austin this past weekend.
Austin police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who left an Air Force firefighter critically injured in South Austin this past weekend.