Austin weather: No heat alerts, but temps will still be over 100 degrees

For the first time in about a month, there are no heat advisories in our area. But temperatures will still be over 100 degrees. Zack Shields has details in his full forecast.

Austin hair stylists host hair braiding event for students living in shelters

Austin's Sonshine Braiding is partnering with SAFE Alliance to host a back-to-school braiding and styling event for students living in shelters and foster care.

Bobcats take up residency under deck of Pflugerville home

Video taken by a homeowner shows a bobcat looking a little too comfortable while lounging on the back deck.

Residents voice concerns about police funding at Austin council work session

Many public speakers at Wednesday's Council work session had issues with items in the proposed budget, including the funding set aside for the Austin Police Department.

TxDOT tries to beat Texas heat with early start for road crews

Many of the TxDOT road crews' jobs involve repairing signs, patching potholes and fixing guardrails. The past few weeks, it’s been so hot that touching metal can blister a bare hand.

Austin FC acquires Matt Hedges in trade with Toronto FC

Toronto FC defender Matt Hedges signed a new contract with Austin FC through the end of the 2024 season with options for 2025 and 2026.

New fence safety regulations to go in effect July 31

The new regulations ban certain fences and decorative elements in an effort to improve safety for children and wildlife in the city of Austin.

Local firefighter visits Japan for training

Local firefighters are learning about how fire safety is approached around the world, thanks to a recent trip to Japan.

Federal lawsuit seeks to block Texas book ban over sexual content ratings

The lawsuit argues the law is unconstitutionally vague, a violation of free speech rights and an undue burden on booksellers. It seeks to block the law before it takes effect.

Austin weather: Triple-digit heat to stay below record Wednesday

34 days in the triple-digits and counting. Today will make 35. When will we break this hot streak? Zack Shields has the full forecast.

Family of victims killed from fentanyl speak out following arrest of 2 Austin-area men

Family members who have lost loved ones to fentanyl are responding after two members of an Austin fentanyl distribution organization have been sentenced in federal court. They’re set to spend more than seven years in prison.

Travis County jury convicts man of terroristic threats against peace officer

The Lago Vista Police Department received warrants for 39-year-old Kyle Taylor’s arrest on Sept. 8, 2022, for the offenses that took place on Sept. 7, 2022.

Police identify murder suspect arrested in East Austin SWAT situation

Austin police say the suspect had a warrant for first-degree murder in connection with the shooting death of a man on July 16.

SWAT situation ends in arrest of suspect with 3 felony warrants

Austin police say when officers found the suspect they were looking for, he ran into an apartment and wouldn't come out.