Texas mourns Dolly Parton: George W. Bush and state leaders react to music legend's passing
From former President George W. Bush to state leaders, Texas officials from both sides of the aisle are paying tribute to country music icon and philanthropist Dolly Parton following her death at age 80.
From former President George W. Bush to state leaders, Texas officials from both sides of the aisle are paying tribute to country music icon and philanthropist Dolly Parton following her death at age 80.
Flock cameras in Texas: Pflugerville City Council rejects new agreement
The City of Pflugerville has turned off and is covering the Flock license plate reader cameras in the city, pending a potential contract renewal.
The City of Pflugerville has turned off and is covering the Flock license plate reader cameras in the city, pending a potential contract renewal.
Austin Water's reclaimed water system could cause traffic changes
Drivers will start seeing some traffic changes on Riverside Drive by Auditorium Shores. Austin Water is installing a pipe to expand their reclaimed water program.
Drivers will start seeing some traffic changes on Riverside Drive by Auditorium Shores. Austin Water is installing a pipe to expand their reclaimed water program.
Texas governor’s race: Abbott widens lead over Hinojosa in new poll
A new poll has found that while the Texas governor’s race is much tighter than similar races in the past, the gap between the candidates has widened.
A new poll has found that while the Texas governor’s race is much tighter than similar races in the past, the gap between the candidates has widened.
Travis County Commissioner's Court speaks on wildfire mitigation
As Central Texas approaches the 15-year anniversary of the deadly 2011 wildfires, local fire leaders said they are better prepared but still concerned about the risk here.
As Central Texas approaches the 15-year anniversary of the deadly 2011 wildfires, local fire leaders said they are better prepared but still concerned about the risk here.
Texas appeals court denies bid to block Galveston County’s new voting map
A Texas appeals court denied a request to block Galveston County from using voting maps drawn after the March primary elections for its November elections.
A Texas appeals court denied a request to block Galveston County from using voting maps drawn after the March primary elections for its November elections.
Repairs to be made at Barton Springs Pool
Austin Parks and Rec will start a project to restore and maintain the stone retaining wall along the eastern edge of the Barton Springs Pool
Austin Parks and Rec will start a project to restore and maintain the stone retaining wall along the eastern edge of the Barton Springs Pool
Texas drag show ban again ruled unconstitutional by federal judge
Texas’ so-called drag-show ban law has been struck down by the courts again.
Texas’ so-called drag-show ban law has been struck down by the courts again.
Texas tightens requirements for Mexican cattle as New World screwworm spreads
Texas is tightening import rules on Mexican-origin cattle to protect state livestock from a dangerous, flesh-eating parasite.
Texas is tightening import rules on Mexican-origin cattle to protect state livestock from a dangerous, flesh-eating parasite.
Child exploitation operation in Central Texas leads to arrest of 6 men
Several Central Texas men were arrested after a child exploitation operation was conducted by law enforcement.
Several Central Texas men were arrested after a child exploitation operation was conducted by law enforcement.
From 'Best Little Whorehouse' to Cowboys halftime: Dolly Parton’s Texas ties
Dolly Parton’s legacy reached far beyond Tennessee. From filming “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" to stealing the show at a Cowboys Thanksgiving game, the country icon left her mark on the Lone Star State.
Dolly Parton’s legacy reached far beyond Tennessee. From filming “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" to stealing the show at a Cowboys Thanksgiving game, the country icon left her mark on the Lone Star State.
Senate poll finds Texas Democrats more energized as Talarico leads Paxton
State Rep. James Talarico holds a narrow lead over Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the closely watched U.S. Senate race, according to a new Texas Politics Project poll that also found Democrats reporting greater enthusiasm for voting.
State Rep. James Talarico holds a narrow lead over Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the closely watched U.S. Senate race, according to a new Texas Politics Project poll that also found Democrats reporting greater enthusiasm for voting.
Texas fall foliage 2026: Why the Farmers’ Almanac predicts a 'spotty' season
People in Texas who are fans of fall colors may be disappointed this year.
People in Texas who are fans of fall colors may be disappointed this year.
Man convicted for shooting, killing teenager at SE Austin home
A man will serve four decades in prison for shooting and killing a teenage boy in Southeast Austin in May 2025.
A man will serve four decades in prison for shooting and killing a teenage boy in Southeast Austin in May 2025.
Austin weather: 11th day in a row for triple digit heat, but under record levels
Today will be the 11th day in a row with highs in the 100s and 28th this summer, but temperatures are expected to stay below record levels.
Today will be the 11th day in a row with highs in the 100s and 28th this summer, but temperatures are expected to stay below record levels.
Army soldier's wife deported in immigration crackdown
The wife of a U.S. Army sergeant was deported back to Honduras, according to her family and the Department of Homeland Security.
The wife of a U.S. Army sergeant was deported back to Honduras, according to her family and the Department of Homeland Security.
Austin Animal Services goes 10 days without AC; temporary measures in place
Austin Animal Services is asking for urgent help fostering or adopting its animals after the shelter went without air conditioning for 10 days.
Austin Animal Services is asking for urgent help fostering or adopting its animals after the shelter went without air conditioning for 10 days.
Austin Country Flea Market fire: Property owner voices concerns as investigation continues
An investigation is underway into the fire at the Austin Country Flea Market that left two people injured over the weekend.
An investigation is underway into the fire at the Austin Country Flea Market that left two people injured over the weekend.
Minnesota sues Texas over extradition of ICE agent charged in shooting
Minnesota is suing Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to force the extradition of an ICE officer charged in a January shooting before a key detention deadline expires Thursday.
Minnesota is suing Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to force the extradition of an ICE officer charged in a January shooting before a key detention deadline expires Thursday.
Texas adds 1,600 jobs in July as private-sector employment grows
According to the Texas Workforce Commission, Texas added 1,600 nonfarm jobs in July, while employment increased from June across the Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston metro areas.
According to the Texas Workforce Commission, Texas added 1,600 nonfarm jobs in July, while employment increased from June across the Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston metro areas.