Texas wildfires: Evacuation orders lifted in Panhandle; Hutchinson fire 70% contained
The Texas A&M Forest Service reported the “Hutchinson” Fire in Hutchinson County was estimated to have impacted 2,882 acres and was approximately 70% contained as of Thursday morning.
The Texas A&M Forest Service reported the “Hutchinson” Fire in Hutchinson County was estimated to have impacted 2,882 acres and was approximately 70% contained as of Thursday morning.
Hays CISD proposes $12.25M in budget cuts for upcoming school year
Hays CISD is proposing significant budget cuts for the next school year in an effort to address record post-pandemic inflation and a student allotment increase that falls "well short."
Hays CISD is proposing significant budget cuts for the next school year in an effort to address record post-pandemic inflation and a student allotment increase that falls "well short."
Man charged with first-degree murder for East Austin homicide
A man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with an East Austin homicide from last weekend.
A man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with an East Austin homicide from last weekend.
Blue Bell drops new ‘brookie’ ice cream flavor
A Lone Star State favorite dessert maker has released a new ice cream flavor.
A Lone Star State favorite dessert maker has released a new ice cream flavor.
Texas hemp shop sues to block new 'Total THC' rules set for March 31
A Texas-based hemp retailer has filed a lawsuit in Travis County to block new state regulations scheduled to take effect March 31, 2026, that would effectively ban many currently legal hemp products.
A Texas-based hemp retailer has filed a lawsuit in Travis County to block new state regulations scheduled to take effect March 31, 2026, that would effectively ban many currently legal hemp products.
1990 'Lover's Lane' cold case: Suspect arrested, charged with capital murder
After almost 36 years, an arrest has been made and charges filed in connection to the 1990 “Lover's Lane" murders of a young man and woman in Houston.
After almost 36 years, an arrest has been made and charges filed in connection to the 1990 “Lover's Lane" murders of a young man and woman in Houston.
Texas Army reservist says wife detained after immigration check-in in Houston while asylum case was pending
A Texas Army reservist says his wife was detained after a routine immigration check-in and never came home. Her attorney says she had a pending asylum case and had been complying with requirements. She is now being held in a Houston detention facility as her legal team prepares for a hearing.
A Texas Army reservist says his wife was detained after a routine immigration check-in and never came home. Her attorney says she had a pending asylum case and had been complying with requirements. She is now being held in a Houston detention facility as her legal team prepares for a hearing.
Southwest Airlines celebrates opening of new crew base at Austin's airport
Southwest Airlines and Austin city leaders gathered Wednesday morning at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to celebrate the opening of the airline’s new crew base, marking a major milestone for both the company and the city.
Southwest Airlines and Austin city leaders gathered Wednesday morning at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to celebrate the opening of the airline’s new crew base, marking a major milestone for both the company and the city.
Austin, San Antonio community steps up to support TSA workers
As the partial government shutdown continues to impact air travel, businesses and the Austin and San Antonio airports are stepping up to support TSA workers.
As the partial government shutdown continues to impact air travel, businesses and the Austin and San Antonio airports are stepping up to support TSA workers.
GOP considering Dallas for potential 2026 Midterm National Convention
The Republican Party is exploring the possibility of holding an unprecedented midterm election convention in Dallas at the American Airlines Center to boost Texas voter turnout.
The Republican Party is exploring the possibility of holding an unprecedented midterm election convention in Dallas at the American Airlines Center to boost Texas voter turnout.
Man fires at vehicles at Bastrop Home Depot: police
A man is in custody after firing an AR-15 from his vehicle at other vehicles at a Home Depot in Bastrop.
A man is in custody after firing an AR-15 from his vehicle at other vehicles at a Home Depot in Bastrop.
Texas city named as 1 of 3 finalists for Elon Musk's 'Boring Company' projects
After a months-long competition to convince tech mogul Elon Musk's Boring Company to choose a U.S. city for a transit tunnel project, one Texas city has made the cut for the final three in consideration.
After a months-long competition to convince tech mogul Elon Musk's Boring Company to choose a U.S. city for a transit tunnel project, one Texas city has made the cut for the final three in consideration.
How Texas plans to save spring crops as Iran War inflates fertilizer, diesel prices
As the war in Iran continues, Texas farmers are weighing their options as the window to fertilize crops for the spring planting season begins to close. The state's agriculture commissioner believes timing, alternatives and Lone Star resilience might prevent disaster for the industry.
As the war in Iran continues, Texas farmers are weighing their options as the window to fertilize crops for the spring planting season begins to close. The state's agriculture commissioner believes timing, alternatives and Lone Star resilience might prevent disaster for the industry.
'Zoox' self-driving cars to roll out in Austin
Another brand of self-driving cars is rolling out in Austin. Zoox autonomous vehicles (AVs) have been testing in Austin since 2024
Another brand of self-driving cars is rolling out in Austin. Zoox autonomous vehicles (AVs) have been testing in Austin since 2024
Texas oil production ticks up amid Iran war, but Dallas Fed warns of price uncertainty
The war with Iran is driving up global oil prices and fueling an increase in local oil production. But it’s not a significant increase, according to the Dallas Federal Reserve.
The war with Iran is driving up global oil prices and fueling an increase in local oil production. But it’s not a significant increase, according to the Dallas Federal Reserve.
Man was firing AR-15 at other vehicles at Bastrop Home Depot: police
A man is in custody after firing an AR-15 from his vehicle at other vehicles at a Home Depot in Bastrop.
A man is in custody after firing an AR-15 from his vehicle at other vehicles at a Home Depot in Bastrop.
Texas weather whiplash: 55-degree temperature swing expected this week
Parts of Texas will see a dramatic change in temperatures this week after baking in an early-spring heat wave this week.
Parts of Texas will see a dramatic change in temperatures this week after baking in an early-spring heat wave this week.
Texas awards $116M in public safety grants for 2026 FIFA World Cup security
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has awarded $116 million in public safety grants to host cities to bolster security, equipment, and emergency coordination ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has awarded $116 million in public safety grants to host cities to bolster security, equipment, and emergency coordination ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
APD looking for 2 suspects in connection to NE Austin robbery
The Austin Police Department is asking for help identifying two robbery suspects.
The Austin Police Department is asking for help identifying two robbery suspects.
Austin man charged with felony murder in connection with Wilco fentanyl death
An Austin man is facing a felony murder charge in Williamson County in connection with a 2025 fentanyl-related death in Thrall.
An Austin man is facing a felony murder charge in Williamson County in connection with a 2025 fentanyl-related death in Thrall.