APD Dive Team pulls scooters out of Lady Bird Lake

Seven divers with the Austin Police Department Dive Team spent the morning pulling scooters out of Lady Bird Lake.

Scooters pulled out of Lady Bird Lake
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The Austin Police Department Dive Team pulled scooters out of Lady Bird Lake. This is their first time doing a cleanup, and they expect to find several dozen scooters underwater.

Cheer Athletics–Plano files for bankruptcy after sexual assault lawsuit

One of the most recognized gyms in competitive cheerleading has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. This came just a day before a civil trial involving sexual assault accusations was set to begin.

Texas congressman moves to impeach federal judge over role in Trump-related probe

Texas Congressman Brandon Gill formally introduced impeachment articles against a U.S. district judge that signed off on subpoenas and other measures in former special counsel Jack Smith's probe of President Donald Trump.

Tom Brady used Texas-based company to help clone his dog

Former NFL quarterback Tom Brady revealed his dog, Junie, is actually a clone of his former pet thanks to a Texas-based biotech company.

SNAP benefits latest: List of resources for Central Texans in need

As the government shutdown continues, tens of millions Americans, including many in Central Texas, are in need of food assistance.

Federal appeals court to hear Texas, Louisiana Ten Commandments cases

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Whooping cough cases soar in Texas, quadrupling last year's count

Provisional data shows the state has recorded more than 3,500 whooping cough cases through October 2025. This marks the second year in a row that Texas has seen a high, year-over-year increase in the highly contagious bacterial infection, prompting DSHS to issue a health alert.

Texas Bass Pro Shop fight: Brawl breaks out at grand opening

A dispute over a restroom line at a Bass Pro Shops store in Odessa escalated into a multi-person brawl Saturday afternoon, authorities said. It was the grand opening weekend for the new store.

Voting in Texas: Races to watch across the state

Texans are heading to the polls Tuesday for an off-year election featuring two high-stakes special races and a lengthy slate of proposed changes to the state constitution.

Wildfire danger remains high in Texas

Even though it’s November, fire danger in Texas remains a concern. Despite the more fall-like weather, fire danger in Texas isn’t cooling off.

New Texas laws aimed at stopping squatters, speeding up eviction process

Texas homeowners now have more power to protect their properties. Two laws now in effect are aimed at stopping squatters and speeding up the eviction process.

Vandegrift HS band trailer struck by train in San Antonio

A tractor trailer carrying equipment for the Vandegrift High School marching band was struck by a train in San Antonio on Monday afternoon. The Viper band is still set to perform tonight in the UIL State Competition.

2 dogs, car stolen from Windsor Hills neighborhood

Two dogs and a car were stolen from an Austin man. It happened two weeks ago and on Monday investigators said leads are starting to go cold.