Police identify man killed in Hwy. 290 crash on Thursday

Austin Police have identified a man who was killed in a crash the day after Christmas, around 3:30 a.m. on Hwy. 290 near the Giles Lane exit ramp.

Texas leaders react to Jimmy Carter's death

Texas leaders reacted to the news that former president Jimmy Carter passed away on Sunday.

Mega Millions Drawing: Ticket sold in Texas wins $1 million

472,789 tickets sold in Texas won some sort of prize, according to the Texas Lottery. One ticket was worth $1 million.

Officials give update on Balcones Canyonlands Preserve Visitor Center's future

There is an update on the future of the multi-million-dollar Balcones Canyonlands Preserve Visitor Center. It is one of the largest urban preserves in the country, protecting endangered species and their habitats, and it is located in Travis County.

Texans buy Mega Millions lottery tickets after jackpot soars over $1B

Texans are running out to buy their Mega Millions tickets after no winning ticket was drawn for the jackpot on Tuesday night.

City of Austin to begin lighting upgrades on 14 crash-prone areas in 2025

Austin City Council recently approved a $1.7 million contract to improve street lighting at 14 different locations that are prone to crashes.

Austin man who allegedly set condo on fire charged with arson

According to documents, Austin Police officers heard Christopher Duvall threatening to set his apartment on fire. A short time later, they smelled smoke coming from the unit and the fire alarm going off.