CapMetro swears in RenEarl Bowie as police chief
The CapMetro Transit Police Department has sworn in a new chief, RenEarl Bowie.
Austin, Travis County under disaster declarations due to wildfire risk
Austin and Travis County are under disaster declarations due to the risk of wildfires.
1 killed, 1 other injured in Travis County deadly crash
One person is dead and another was injured after a two-car crash in Travis County.
F1 United States Grand Prix will remain in Austin until 2034
F1’s U.S. Grand Prix will stay in Austin for the next nine years after a new contract was announced.
Massive "No Kings" rallies erupt nationwide in protest of Trump Administration
Millions of people participated in "No Kings" rallies nationwide to protest the Trump Administration's policies, with the vast majority of the over 2,000 marches remaining peaceful despite political warnings.
Search for missing swimmer in Lake Travis
The Travis County Sheriff's Office says the search for a missing swimmer in Lake Travis is now a recovery mission.
Austin 'No Kings' protests: Demonstrations take place
Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets nationwide as part of the nationwide "No Kings" movement and protests are also happening right here in Central Texas.
49th annual Deutschen Fest kicks off in Pflugerville
The 49th annual Deutschen Fest kicked off in Pflugerville. The festival promises traditional German food and drinks, as well as competitions, rides and shopping.
Austin's 'No Kings' protest to take place in downtown
Thousands of protesters will take to the streets nationwide, including right here in Central Texas. It's part of the nationwide “No Kings” movement.
Austin serial killer Raul Meza is no longer being investigated for any other murders: APD
Austin police are no longer investigating serial killer Raul Meza for any other murders in Austin.
Fire crews responding to 29-acre fire near Mustang Ridge
Fire crews are responding to a fire near Mustang Ridge.
Austin ISD holds online meeting with parents over draft consolidation plan
Austin ISD parents jumped online for a virtual Q&A session Thursday with district leaders as the district faces a more than $19.7 million shortfall and the possibility of the TEA taking over if the district doesn’t get a grip on things.
"No Kings" protest planned for Saturday; Gov. Abbott plans to deploy troopers, National Guard
Demonstrators are expected to fill the streets in cities across the country including here in Austin for the “No Kings” protest opposing the Trump administration.
Austin Firefighters Association petitioning to solidify 4-firefighter staffing in city charter
The Austin Firefighters Association is petitioning to solidify 4-firefighter staffing per truck in the city charter. This would go on the May 2026 ballot.
Officer-involved shooting in North Austin; police provide new details
The Austin Police Department provided new details concerning the officer-involved shooting that happened in North Austin on October 12.
Gov. Abbott deploys Texas National Guard to Austin ahead of planned weekend protests
Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered the deployment of personnel and tactical assets from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Texas National Guard to Austin in anticipation of what he says is a planned "antifa-linked demonstration."
Dozens attend prayer vigil held downtown for migrant justice
Candles, music and prayer filled downtown Austin Wednesday night at a vigil calling for justice for migrants.
State Rep. Gina Hinojosa launches campaign for Texas governor
State Rep. Gina Hinojosa has officially launched her campaign for Texas governor, joining a crowded primary field with four other contenders for the state's top job.
Mayor Watson: "We're going to comply with the law" on removing rainbow crosswalk, other street art
The City of Austin will move forward with removing street art like the rainbow crosswalk on 4th Street and the Black Artists Matter mural on 11th Street. However, Mayor Kirk Watson says he is thinking of other ways to highlight diversity in Austin.