Public asked for input on how Austin police use body cams, dash cams

Once this survey closes, the community feedback will be organized into a report for the City Manager, Austin City Council, and the Austin Police Department.

Critical fire conditions stretch across Southern Plains, Ohio Valley

Fire Weather Warnings have been issued across Texas and include major cities like Austin, San Antonio, Houston, Corpus Christi and Brownsville because of the conditions.

Kendra Scott donates $13.25 million to University of Texas at Austin

Kendra Scott's $13.25 million endowment will expand entrepreneurship offerings at UT to help an estimated 24,000 women pursue business aspirations in the coming decade.

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.