Austin-based Bumble to lay off 30% of workforce
Austin-based Bumble approved layoffs for approximately 240 employees.
Top five buyer-friendly housing markets offer price cuts and increased inventory
Shopping for a home can be challenging, but looking for one in a real estate market that’s more favorable to buyers can help ease that pain.
Police looking for person of interest in East Austin deadly shooting
Investigators with the Austin Police Department have identified the victim who was found shot in the neck this past weekend in East Austin.
Silver Alert canceled for missing elderly man last seen in NE Austin
A Silver Alert has been canceled for a missing elderly man in Northeast Austin. He was found safe.
Texas parents, students react to bill banning cell phones in classrooms
Students across Texas may have to put their phones away now that Governor Abbott has signed a bill banning them in classrooms.
First responders urge fireworks safety ahead of Fourth of July
The Fourth of July firework sales started this week, and first responders are providing safety tips on handling fireworks and providing information on where they are legal in Central Texas.
Austin ISD holds virtual meetings on possible school closures
Austin ISD will continue an online outreach program to discuss the proposal to close schools. The focus of the virtual open house is on the results of a recent community survey.
Man shot, killed at East Austin gas station identified: APD
The Austin Police Department is asking the public for any photos or video they may have in connection with a murder in East Austin.
Former Eanes ISD teacher indicted on 17 counts related to child sexual abuse material: DA
A former Eanes ISD teacher has been indicted on 17 charges related to child sexual abuse material, says the Travis County District Attorney's office.
CapMetro rail service resumes after pedestrian hit by freight train
CapMetro rail service was temporarily disrupted after a pedestrian was struck by a freight train early Tuesday morning.
Austin man arrested, accused of smuggling Honduran man wanted for attempted murder
An Austin man was arrested and charged with human smuggling after Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) officers stopped his vehicle and found he was transporting a Honduran national wanted for attempted murder in Colorado.
Gun Violence Prevention Summit held in East Austin
The fourth annual Gun Violence Prevention Summit in East Austin heard conversations about gun violence and how to prevent it on Monday,
Cedar Park hemp business reacts to Gov. Abbott's veto of SB 3
With a last-minute veto of SB 3, local hemp businesses are breathing a sigh of relief.
Anti-Iran war protest takes place at Texas Capitol
An emergency anti-Iran war protest brought together a group of community members, students, and anti-war organizers on Monday night in Republic Square.
Man who was arrested during anti-ICE protest in Austin speaks out
Court documents revealed what led to the arrests of more than a dozen people during the protests in Austin earlier this month. One of the men who was arrested is speaking out.
Federal jury to decide lawsuit against City of Austin in shooting death of man
The Austin Police Department’s use of force is on trial in federal court.
Lt. Gov. Patrick: Veto of Texas THC ban makes medical marijuana expansion ‘worthless’
Abbott signed House Bill 46 on Friday, expanding the Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP), which Patrick says Sunday’s veto has essentially crippled.
Musk launches Tesla AI robotaxi in Austin with flat fees under $5
Elon Musk's Tesla enters the self-driving taxi game, an industry with big names like Waymo and Zoox in the U.S. Here's what you need to know.