Operation Texas Kill Switch: Effort to get illegal devices off streets

The U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Western District of Texas, along with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, announced a new effort on Monday to get illegal “machine gun conversion devices", also known as “switches" off Texas streets.

Father of 6 killed in South Austin after cartel order; 2 men sentenced

Two men have been sentenced for the murder of a father of six who was apparently killed by the cartel. The victim's family had to relive his death while his killers were on trial.

Zilker Eagle miniature train returns after being closed for nearly 5 years

The miniature train is back on the tracks in Zilker Park. The Zilker Eagle will open to the public this week after being closed for nearly five years.

Austin moontower gets upgraded with LED lights

Austin’s iconic moonlight towers, also known as moontowers, have been lighting up the City since 1895. Being more than a century old means they require some care.

Austin weather: Rain chances return Monday

We have several chances of rain to start the week. Leslie London shows us what to expect in her full forecast.

Austin's Zilker Shuttle in full swing for the summer

The Zilker Shuttle is in full swing on the streets of Austin for the summer. It operates on weekends and holidays, picking up riders from designated stops at no cost.

APD cracking down on impaired driving with 'no-refusal' initiative

APD is kicking off a summer-long "no-refusal" period, allowing officers to get blood search warrants for any DWI suspect who refuses a breath or blood test.

Wreck on I-35 shuts down southbound lanes: APD

A wreck on I-35 in north Austin shut down all southbound lanes of the freeway, according to APD.

Travis County assistant DA arrested after threatening roommate with gun: docs

Travis County Jail records say the county's assistant district attorney has been arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon.

Austin Pets Alive! employees vote to form largest animal shelter union in nation

Organizers announced that employees of Austin Pets Alive! have voted to join the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers union.

Austin Water crews repair leaking water main, distribute bottled water to residents

Austin Water crews have been working to repair a leaking water main in southwest Austin. The repair is impacting residents, so the utility set up a water distribution site.