Tax season: Don’t let identity theft lead to stolen refund
The IRS is raising the alarm about identity theft-related scams this tax season.
The IRS is raising the alarm about identity theft-related scams this tax season.
City of Austin to make final city-wide pass to collect storm debris
Crews have collected over 166,000 tons of debris in over 23,000 truckloads through March 20 since the winter storm in early February.
Crews have collected over 166,000 tons of debris in over 23,000 truckloads through March 20 since the winter storm in early February.
Scaled down light rail options unveiled by Austin Project Connect
ATP demonstrated a range of possibilities for what the core system could look like, how and where it would connect people to the destinations they need and want to visit, and what the potential system could entail.
ATP demonstrated a range of possibilities for what the core system could look like, how and where it would connect people to the destinations they need and want to visit, and what the potential system could entail.
Man stabs person to death, attempts to burn down home to destroy evidence
Police have arrested a man in connection to a murder in South Austin that happened on March 19 at a home on Meridian Oak Lane.
Police have arrested a man in connection to a murder in South Austin that happened on March 19 at a home on Meridian Oak Lane.
Austin police officer indicted by Grand Jury for using excessive force
The Travis County District Attorney's Office announced the indictment against Officer Alejandro Gaitan which stemmed from his action during an incident that happened on March 12, 2021.
The Travis County District Attorney's Office announced the indictment against Officer Alejandro Gaitan which stemmed from his action during an incident that happened on March 12, 2021.
Man arrested for arson in connection to fire at abandoned building in downtown Austin
AFD said the man was charged with arson, which carries a punishment of 2 to 10 years in jail and a fine up to $10,000.
AFD said the man was charged with arson, which carries a punishment of 2 to 10 years in jail and a fine up to $10,000.
Foggy start to day with clouds sticking around, temperatures warming up
A warm front is producing the trio of clouds, rain, and fog, but it will also bring back the warmer southerly wind.
A warm front is producing the trio of clouds, rain, and fog, but it will also bring back the warmer southerly wind.
Police identify victim killed in East Austin shooting; investigation ongoing
Austin police are investigating the city’s 19th homicide of the year, after a man was shot and killed early Tuesday morning in East Austin
Austin police are investigating the city’s 19th homicide of the year, after a man was shot and killed early Tuesday morning in East Austin
New restraining device that doesn’t use force could be used by local law enforcement agencies
The creators of the BolaWrap said it’s a tool for law enforcement to use that doesn’t involve force.
The creators of the BolaWrap said it’s a tool for law enforcement to use that doesn’t involve force.
Couple waits 2.5 hours for APD to respond to head-on crash caused by alleged drunk driver
The couple has hired a lawyer. They’re suing the other driver who they believe was drunk and caused the crash.
The couple has hired a lawyer. They’re suing the other driver who they believe was drunk and caused the crash.
Conservative, liberal groups testify at State Capitol over controversial legislation
Texans on all sides of the political spectrum are making their voices heard when it comes to controversial legislation that has been filed this session.
Texans on all sides of the political spectrum are making their voices heard when it comes to controversial legislation that has been filed this session.
Power rate hike rebate during winter storms possible, court ruling reveals
The bills that followed provided a shock that energy analysts like Ed Hirs, a University of Houston energy fellow, described as unnecessary and unfair.
The bills that followed provided a shock that energy analysts like Ed Hirs, a University of Houston energy fellow, described as unnecessary and unfair.
Police search for driver involved in hit-and-run crash of cyclist in North Austin
The Austin Police Department (APD) is searching for the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash in North Austin. The cyclist was injured and taken to a local hospital.
The Austin Police Department (APD) is searching for the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash in North Austin. The cyclist was injured and taken to a local hospital.
Warrior Women ATX helps women explore, celebrate self-expression
The organization, led by women in Austin, says its mission is to unite women of all backgrounds and help them discover radical self-expression through movement, mindfulness, and community.
The organization, led by women in Austin, says its mission is to unite women of all backgrounds and help them discover radical self-expression through movement, mindfulness, and community.
Celebrating and raising awareness on World Down Syndrome Day
March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day and the Down Syndrome Association of Central Texas is holding several events.
March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day and the Down Syndrome Association of Central Texas is holding several events.
Chilly day today before warm front arrives
Spring officially arrives this afternoon at 4:24 p.m. but don't tell Mother Nature that because the chilly streak continues.
Spring officially arrives this afternoon at 4:24 p.m. but don't tell Mother Nature that because the chilly streak continues.
Suspicious death in South Austin being investigated as homicide
When crews entered the home, they found the body of a man in his 30s. Police say he had “obvious signs of trauma” but wouldn’t elaborate.
When crews entered the home, they found the body of a man in his 30s. Police say he had “obvious signs of trauma” but wouldn’t elaborate.
Afghan refugee reflects on life after Taliban takeover; nonprofit gives out laptops to refugees
Kaleemullah Ghazi came to the U.S. a year and a half ago after the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan.
Kaleemullah Ghazi came to the U.S. a year and a half ago after the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan.
ATCEMS reports fewer calls during SXSW 2023 compared to last year
ATCEMS says this was a quieter year for SXSW compared to 2022.
ATCEMS says this was a quieter year for SXSW compared to 2022.
Road work to cause overnight closures, delays along I-35 in Austin, Round Rock, Georgetown and San Marcos
Portions of I-35 will be closed nightly for roadwork in Round Rock, Georgetown and South Austin beginning tonight, March 19.
Portions of I-35 will be closed nightly for roadwork in Round Rock, Georgetown and South Austin beginning tonight, March 19.