2025 ACL Music Festival: Austin agencies speak on safety preparations
It's October, and the city of Austin is jam-packed with events, from music to sporting events to everything in between.
Man accused of stabbing UT Austin student to death to be released from mental hospital
A man accused of stabbing a UT Austin student to death in 2017 will be released from a state mental hospital. Kendrex White will now head into a group home, the judge stated.
19 dogs rescued from Bastrop County home
Nineteen dogs were rescued from a home in Bastrop County. Some are now available for adoption at the Austin Humane Society.
City, South Austin neighborhood discuss relocation of controversial homeless center
Tensions were high Tuesday over the possible relocation of a controversial homeless navigation center.
APD launches new initiative to crack down on vehicle burglaries at city parks
Austin police are hoping a new joint initiative will help combat vehicle burglaries at city parks.
Should Austin have a tax rate increase? Prop Q on ballot this November
Austin voters will see a property tax increase on the ballot this November. Supporters say “care, not cuts” while opponents say the city should take a closer look at spending.
Austin ISD elementary school teacher detained by ICE
An Austin ISD elementary teacher has been detained by ICE and has been since Sept. 3, according to the government agency.
Austin yogurt shop murders: District attorney apologizes to initial suspects
Four men spent years accused of those murders, but were eventually exonerated. The Travis County District Attorney apologized for their prosecution.
City prepares for 2025 ACL Music Festival
Austin's biggest music event is back, and the city is gearing up to welcome 75,000 people a day. Whether you're going or not, there are things you'll want to know ahead of the packed two weekends ahead.
Austin yogurt shop murders linked to known serial killer, rapist through DNA
After more than three decades, Austin police investigators on Monday identified a dead serial killer as the man they believe is responsible for the unsolved 1991 quadruple murder at an Austin yogurt shop.
Austin firefighters' new contract touts higher pay, shorter shifts to attract recruits
The four-year tentative agreement between the City of Austin and the Firefighters Association includes immediate pay raises and a move to a reduced work week, pending ratification and City Council approval.
LEVITATION music fest takes over Palmer Events Center
LEVITATION returned to Austin for the 18th year at the Palmer Center.
The Mission Continues gives back to Austin elementary school
This month, The Mission Continues, a veteran's volunteer group, embarked on a day of service to honor 9/11 by giving back to their community.
Suspect identified in Austin's 1991 yogurt shop murders
The suspect in connection to the 1991 “I Can't Believe It's Yogurt" murder case has been identified.
First part of Loop 360 rebuild is on target for mid-2026 opening
A key part of a major highway project in Austin is on track to be completed by this time next year.
Water main break in NW Austin; Austin Water crews responding
Austin Water crews are responding to a water main break in Northwest Austin.
2 arrested, charged for assaulting Austin police officer
Two people were arrested and charged for assaulting an Austin police officer in Northeast Austin.