Texas gas prices top $3 statewide as Iran war drives historic spike

Texas gas prices surged to $3.13 per gallon this week, a sharp 52-cent jump from last week triggered by escalating military tensions between the U.S. and Iran.

Texas women used crow drones to fly drugs into Louisiana prison, authorities say

Two Texas women were arrested for allegedly using a drone and hollowed-out plastic bird decoys to smuggle drugs and cellphones into a federal prison.

Austin weather: Cold front, storm risk to roll in mid-afternoon

It's cold front day and storm day! The front is slowing down and not entering Central Texas until the afternoon during the warmest part of the day. 

Austin 6th Street shooting: APD's response time
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The Austin Police Department is getting recognition for their rapid response to the mass shooting at a west 6th Street bar.

Texas catches federal suit for dismantling diversity-related business contract program

A first-of-its-kind lawsuit for the United States is unfolding in Texas, challenging state government action to dismantle a diversity-related contracting program. 

2026 Election: The economy may become a top issue in November

The outcome of the midterm election may not hinge on some of the hot topics that drove primary voters to the ballot box. The economy may flip the political narrative in Texas and across the nation.

Houston jet that crashed in Maine took off later than normal after de-icing: NTSB

According to a new report from the National Transportation Safety Board, a Houston jet that crashed in Maine in late January spent a longer time than normal on the runway after de-icing. 

Austin 6th Street shooting: Woman sues Tesla claiming suspect violently attacked her at work months before

A woman who works at the Tesla gigafactory said the man accused of carrying out the deadly 6th Street shooting once violently attacked her at work, just a few months before the tragedy.

Christopher Taylor acquittal: Travis County DA files petition for discretionary review

The Travis County District Attorney's office has filed a petition for discretionary review related to the acquittal of former Austin police officer Christopher Taylor.

Austin weather: Severe storms possible this weekend

A front comes into play this weekend to turn on the rain Saturday and then cool us off on Sunday.

Ceremony marks 190th anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo
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People gathered at The Alamo in San Antonio early March 6, 2026, to mark the 190th anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo, which proved crucial to Texas independence. 

Major crash on I-35 involving two semi-trucks; lanes now open again

Austin police say northbound lanes of I-35 are now open again after a crash involving two semi-trucks early Friday morning.

Texas AMBER Alert canceled after missing child was found safe

An AMBER Alert was issued for a missing child in Greeneville Thursday night. Police have since located the 2-year-old girl.