Austin has to commit funding for phase 2 of caps and stitches sooner than expected

There has been a change in how fast the city has to commit funding for caps and stitches over I-35. The project will create real estate for parks and buildings over the highway.

Texas State Bobcats on stage with return of 'Beauty and the Beast' in Austin

The classic fairy tale “Beauty and the Beast" is being performed at UT Austin's Bass Concert Hall. The musical features actors out of Texas State University's theater program.

$5K grants available for Central Texas restaurants hit by catastrophic July floods

The TX Restaurant Relief Fund has been activated to provide financial aid and support to independent restaurants and workers impacted by the recent catastrophic Texas floods.

Family of Brianna Aguilera retains Tony Buzbee, disputes ruling in student's death

The Buzbee Law Firm is teaming up with the Gamez Law Firm to help the parents of 19-year-old Brianna Aguilera, a Texas A&M student, who was found dead on a sidewalk in Austin last week.

Austin man sentenced to 60 years for drug-related charges

An Austin man was sentenced to 60 years in prison for delivery of fentanyl and possession with intent to deliver heroin.

Austin firefighters will now be equipped with bulletproof vests

Austin firefighters now have more protection on the job. Nearly 200 bulletproof vests are being rolled out. It is equipment the firefighters said is essential as they respond to more dangerous calls.

New emergency room opens to address growing health needs in Manor

Manor is a city on the grow, now with a new emergency care clinic. Tuesday's ribbon-cutting represents one of several ongoing efforts to address the explosive growth around Manor.

Construction to cut through South Austin family's yard because of 1958 $1 easement

A South Austin family is speaking out after the City of Austin started construction in their yard, with no compensation. This is because of a $1 easement from 1958.

Brianna Aguilera's death at Austin apartment not being investigated as homicide: APD

The death of 19-year-old Brianna Aguilera outside a West Campus apartment building over the weekend is not being investigated as a homicide, Austin police say. Her family said she was in town for the Aggie-Longhorn game.

Central Texas Winter weather outlook 2025-2026: Will there be snow?

This winter, Central Texas is likely to see overall warmer and drier-than-normal conditions but that doesn’t rule out occasional cold snaps or volatile weather swings.

Lago Vista water treatment plant repairs, closes school
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Repairs are continuing to a water plant in Lago Vista after an emergency outage over the weekend; a boil water notice is also in place.

APD officer wellness after 4 officer-involved shootings
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The Austin Police Department is increasing its focus on officer wellness programs while investigating an officer involved in four separate shootings over a 15-month period.

Christmas trees arrive at Texas Capitol for holidays
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A festive holiday tradition continues at the Texas Capitol as Christmas trees, including a massive 28-foot display in the House chamber, arrive by horse-drawn carriage, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the historic ornament program.

Austin police focuses on officer wellness after 4 officer-involved shootings in 15 months

The Austin Police Department is increasing its focus on officer wellness programs while investigating an officer involved in four separate shootings over a 15-month period.

$8M raised, but more needed for ongoing Central Texas Flood recovery efforts

Travis and Williamson County leaders are appealing to Central Texans to donate more funds to the regional flood relief effort, as only $8 million of the $10 million goal has been raised to help survivors who can now apply for a second round of assistance.

$8M raised, but more needed for ongoing flood recovery
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Travis and Williamson County leaders are appealing to Central Texans to donate more funds to the regional flood relief effort, as only $8 million of the $10 million goal has been raised to help survivors who can now apply for a second round of assistance.

Rise at West Campus student residents say they're living in unsafe, unsanitary conditions

Rise at West Campus is an apartment complex that's advertised as luxury student living, but residents say it's anything but as they have been without running water for days on end.