Air quality concerns growing due to wildfires, wind gusts in Texas

Wildfire smoke can travel hundreds, even thousands of miles containing what’s known as “particle pollution,” according to Air Central Texas. According to ACT, these microscopic particles can get deep in your lungs causing burning eyes, runny nose, even leading to hospitalization or death.

Texans urged to monitor weather amid extreme fire danger

More than 200 firefighters from 70 different local fire departments are mobilized across the state, as well as 65 fire engines, and 35 aviation assets.

Green Day, Ed Sheeran to perform at COTA for Formula 1

Green Day will take COTA’s Germania Insurance Super Stage on Friday, October 21. Ed Sheeran will perform at the Circuit of The Americas on Saturday, October 22.

Texas veteran celebrates 100th birthday with flyover in Austin

A Texas veteran is celebrating his 100th birthday in a very special way. Camp Mabry hosted a flyover of World War II-era planes honoring the 100th birthday of local veteran Stan Brooks.

Austin airport struggles with long TSA wait times, fuel shortage

Long lines extended out of the building just for TSA screenings at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport on Monday. ABIA also announced a fuel shortage for planes.

Austin City Council might allow first responders to use low-THC cannabis by prescription

On Monday, Austin City Council’s Public Safety Committee took a closer look at allowing them to use low-THC cannabis by prescription, for PTSD and other conditions.

COTA plans to build full amusement park with roller coasters by 2023

The Circuit of Americas track is known for its racing, concerts, pop-up rides and activities, but now thrill seekers can prepare for roller coasters and a large amusement park in 2023.

Search for driver after pedestrian stuck, killed in South Austin

The vehicle that struck the pedestrian is described as a Red Sedan sports car. Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the Highway Investigation Tip Line at 512-974-8111.

Fans reflect on final day of NASCAR's takeover of Circuit of the Americas

Fans are reflecting on NASCAR's takeover of COTA after the EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix has crowned a champion, closing out the weekend of racing.

How are tornadoes measured? NWS uses the Enhanced Fujita Scale

Adaleigh Rowe explains how the National Weather Service uses the Enhanced Fujita Scale to determine tornado strength.

Austin ISD hosts "Pride Out! Party in the Park" event March 26

Austin ISD capped off its Pride Week celebration with an outdoor "PRIDE OUT! Party in the Park" at Eastside Early College High School this weekend.

Teen who drove through Texas tornado given new truck by Fort Worth Chevrolet dealership

The Texas teen who survived after his truck was overturned, then turned right side up while driving through a tornado earlier this week was surprised in Fort Worth with a new car and a generous gift to his family.