What to know about venomous snakes in Central Texas

ATCEMS says it's peak snake season in Central Texas, so here are some things to know about the venomous snakes in our area.

ATCEMS calls off water rescue at Roy Guerrero Park in East Austin

ATCEMS called off a water rescue in East Austin after an extensive search resulted in no one being located, and witnesses claimed they saw someone exit the river.

TCSO recovers body following report of 2 swimmers missing near Little Webberville Park

After a second day of rescue efforts, Travis County Sheriff's Office has recovered a body of a man in the same area two swimmers reportedly went missing on Saturday, April 16.

45,000 Easter eggs drop from helicopter at Lago Vista High School

45,000 Easter eggs were dropped from a helicopter as part of the second annual Lago Egg Drop presented by Northlake Church.

Texas cities rank in top 10 for new eviction filings in early April

According to data tracker Evictions Lab at Princeton University, Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, and Austin all ranked among the top 10 cities for new eviction filings in early April.

Two Austin officers on bike patrol hit by suspected drunk driver

The officers struck on 7th Street near Red River Street and transported to the hospital with serious, but not life-threatening injuries, says APD.

Missing 83-year-old woman found, APD says

APD said Saturday that 83-year-old Olga Caranza had been found by Travis County Search and Rescue.

City of Austin needs to fill more than 600 lifeguard positions

The City of Austin is short on lifeguards which is impacting pools like Barton Springs, which has to remain closed on Mondays and Wednesdays until further notice.

Travis County homeowners to see increase in market value on appraisal notices

According to this year’s values, the 2022 median market value for a residential property in Travis County is $632,208 and the median taxable value of a residential property is $338,344.

Vigil being held in South Austin for 13-year-old Brett Cardenas

The candlelight vigil is being held at 7:30 p.m. on April 15 at the location of Brett Cardenas' memorial, at the corner of Menchaca Boulevard and Marcos Abrams Boulevard.

Celebrate Easter with an egg hunt bike ride in North Austin

The second annual Easter Egg Hunt Bike Ride is being held in North Austin this Sunday and features a variety of prizes riders can find along the route.

Austin Central Library to display kite exhibition starting May 6

The exhibition will feature large kites created by over 30 artists hanging over the Austin Central Library's atrium space.

Parent dressed as Easter Bunny passes out condoms at Texas elementary school

A parent dressed as the Easter Bunny passed out unopened condoms as well as plastic eggs containing candy to students at Gullett Elementary School, says Austin ISD.

Analysis: Texans without high-speed internet are getting closer, slowly

Like other states, Texas found out during the pandemic how critical high-speed broadband is for school, work and medicine. And the state is working to expand it — but it’s going to be at least a year before Texans start to see results.

Video shows Austin city skyline recreated in Minecraft

Reddit user SavageManZhou, a student at UT Austin, has been working on a stunning recreation of the Austin city skyline and several landmarks in Minecraft.