Officials warn about underage drinking on the water
Being out on the water can already be dangerous, and when alcohol is in the mix, it could be even worse. Officials say 41 percent of open-water drownings in Texas involve young people ages 20–39.
Being out on the water can already be dangerous, and when alcohol is in the mix, it could be even worse. Officials say 41 percent of open-water drownings in Texas involve young people ages 20–39.
New World Screwworm in Texas: Austin Wildlife Rescue issues new intake guidelines
Austin Wildlife Rescue has issued some new intake guidelines following the recent cases of New World screwworm in Texas.
Austin Wildlife Rescue has issued some new intake guidelines following the recent cases of New World screwworm in Texas.
FIFA World Cup: Austin FC hosting live viewing at Auditorium Shores
Austin FC Soccer Celebration is a series of free events, original programming and live viewings of FIFA World Cup matches throughout the tournament.
Austin FC Soccer Celebration is a series of free events, original programming and live viewings of FIFA World Cup matches throughout the tournament.
Austin Light Rail Project forces relocation of women's sports bar
As construction gets closer for the Austin Light Rail Project, some local businesses are dealing with the reality that they’ll need to move. One business owner says the news feels like a gut punch.
As construction gets closer for the Austin Light Rail Project, some local businesses are dealing with the reality that they’ll need to move. One business owner says the news feels like a gut punch.
Austin police release body cam footage, 911 call audio from in-custody death
The Austin Police Department has released new details regarding the death of a man in police custody over the weekend.
The Austin Police Department has released new details regarding the death of a man in police custody over the weekend.
Dog seriously injured after found in trash compactor in Austin, owner claims
Police are investigating after an Austin woman claims a dispute with two friends ended with her dog being found inside a trash compactor.
Police are investigating after an Austin woman claims a dispute with two friends ended with her dog being found inside a trash compactor.
Total Wireless employee arrested for sending customer's nudes to his own phone: affidavit
A Total Wireless employee is facing a felony charge for allegedly sending a customer's nudes from her phone to his own while helping her change her network settings. He also reportedly added himself to her Snapchat account.
A Total Wireless employee is facing a felony charge for allegedly sending a customer's nudes from her phone to his own while helping her change her network settings. He also reportedly added himself to her Snapchat account.
Man accused of dumping man's body in trash can says another man paid him to do it
New details have been released in the investigation into how a man's body ended up in a trash can in South Austin in late May.
New details have been released in the investigation into how a man's body ended up in a trash can in South Austin in late May.
UT Austin selected to help lead national expansion of semiconductor workforce
The University of Texas at Austin is leading a major effort across the south to train the next generation's semiconductor workforce.
The University of Texas at Austin is leading a major effort across the south to train the next generation's semiconductor workforce.
Overgrown lot owned by City of Austin trimmed after months of 311 requests
A lot in Central Austin was overgrown for months. An HOA president says 311 requests to the city yielded no results, until 7 On Your Side stepped in.
A lot in Central Austin was overgrown for months. An HOA president says 311 requests to the city yielded no results, until 7 On Your Side stepped in.
Toxic blue-green algae found in Austin waterways
Austin Watershed Protection says its staff has observed thick mats of blue-green algae, some of which may be toxic, on lakes in the area.
Austin Watershed Protection says its staff has observed thick mats of blue-green algae, some of which may be toxic, on lakes in the area.
Possible toxic blue-green algae found on Lady Bird Lake & Lake Austin
Austin Watershed Protection says its staff has observed thick mats of blue-green algae, some of which may be toxic, on lakes in the area.
Austin Watershed Protection says its staff has observed thick mats of blue-green algae, some of which may be toxic, on lakes in the area.
Austin police say missing 73-year-old man found
The Austin Police Department says a missing 73-year-old man who requires medication has been found.
The Austin Police Department says a missing 73-year-old man who requires medication has been found.
Suspect dies after APD officers used Taser on him: police
The Austin Police Department says a male suspect died after being shot by a Taser while being detained by officers. Police are expected to release more details later this week.
The Austin Police Department says a male suspect died after being shot by a Taser while being detained by officers. Police are expected to release more details later this week.
Texas hemp ban enforceable while legal challenge plays out, court rules
The ban on many hemp products being sold in Texas can be enforced while a legal challenge plays out, a court has ruled.
The ban on many hemp products being sold in Texas can be enforced while a legal challenge plays out, a court has ruled.
Austin weather: Dozens of low-water crossings closed in Central Texas
Torrential overnight downpours triggered flash flooding across parts of Central Texas, pushing a river past its flood stage and forcing the closure of dozens of roads and low-water crossings.
Torrential overnight downpours triggered flash flooding across parts of Central Texas, pushing a river past its flood stage and forcing the closure of dozens of roads and low-water crossings.
Texas Longhorn softball celebrates second-straight national championship
After capturing their second straight national championship, the celebration of the Texas Longhorns softball team continued back here in Austin.
After capturing their second straight national championship, the celebration of the Texas Longhorns softball team continued back here in Austin.
How has recent rainfall affected Central Texas lake levels?
With all the rain we've been getting, how is that affecting our lake levels?
With all the rain we've been getting, how is that affecting our lake levels?
Texas World Cup crowds lead officials to launch Operation Safe Summer
Texas officials are coordinating their efforts to keep World Cup visitors safe in the state’s biggest cities with the tournament slated to start next week.
Texas officials are coordinating their efforts to keep World Cup visitors safe in the state’s biggest cities with the tournament slated to start next week.
Texas Pride events 2026: Parades, festivals and more happening this June
Pride Month is celebrated each June, and more than a dozen Texas cities and towns are hosting festivities this year.
Pride Month is celebrated each June, and more than a dozen Texas cities and towns are hosting festivities this year.