19 people arrested after APD investigation into North Austin 'hotspots'

Nineteen people were arrested after an extensive investigation into seven high-crime areas, also known as “hotspots," in North Austin.

Travis County first responders will soon have access to new bulletproof vests

First responders in Travis County can expect to see some upgrades. New funding means those first on scene will have access to bulletproof vests.

Concerns over alleged 'fight culture' in Weiss High School's baseball program

There appears to be a culture of fighting caught on camera at a high school in Pflugerville. Now, a mom is looking to clear her son's name after one of those fights.

New emergency rules for hemp products containing THC

Commissioners with TABC passed emergency regulations to restrict the sale of hemp products that contain THC. The action is in response to the executive order issued by Gov. Abbott earlier this month.

City of Austin wants feedback on design options for 6th Street

The City of Austin wants your opinion on what 6th Street should look like in the future. It's part of an effort to revitalize the street.

Gym locker thefts: Police seeing rise in reports

A gym-goer in Austin is warning others about what happened to him as Austin police officers say they're seeing a rise in reports of this crime too.

I-35 deadly multi-vehicle crash: Driver indicted on 22 charges

A Travis County grand jury has indicted the driver at the center of a deadly multi-vehicle crash on I-35 in March on 22 charges, including five counts of manslaughter.

Petition against proposed homeless center location in South Austin

Sunrise Navigation Center, Austin’s largest homeless service provider, is in the final stages of relocating but the new proposed location has been met with swift pushback from neighbors.

Highway 290 expansion: Wheels moving with TEO community meetings

Two community meetings are scheduled this week to discuss pushing the Highway 290 tollway through Manor and into Elgin.

Man who made threat against Austin ISD board convicted of hate crime

Travis County District Attorney Jose Garza recently announced that his office secured a hate crime conviction for Michael Boone.

City of Austin not renewing ARCH contract with nonprofit Urban Alchemy

The City of Austin will not be renewing Urban Alchemy's contract after the nonprofit reported five employees had changed the data that tracks how people experiencing homelessness move through the system.

Hutson-Tillotson University celebrates 150 years, receives historic donation

Huston-Tilloston University is celebrating a major milestone, 150 years since they opened their doors, and it's received a major donation as well.

Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett promotes new book in Austin

The LBJ Foundation hosted U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett at the LBJ Presidential Library on Thursday night.

Barton Springs assault: Arrest warrants issued for suspects

The Austin Police Department issued two arrest warrants for the suspects involved in an incident at Barton Springs that left one person seriously injured.