Austin New Year's fireworks: How and where to watch

The City of Austin is once again ringing in the new year with a big celebration. Here's everything you need to know about this year's event.

Texas man arrested, accused of funding, supplying bomb materials to ISIS

A 21-year-old Texas man has been charged with attempting to provide material support to ISIS after allegedly delivering bomb-making components and cash to undercover agents he believed were members of the terrorist organization.

Texas officials warn of DWI dangers around holidays

Officials are warning the public to choose a safe and sober ride home when planning how to celebrate 2026.

Search continues for missing San Antonio teen
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The Bexar County Sheriff's Office is still looking for a missing teen that vanished on Christmas Eve. They believe she might be in danger.

Burn ban issued for Travis County ahead of New Year's Eve fireworks

A burn ban has been issued for unincorporated Travis County ahead of New Year's Eve fireworks due to fluctuating temperatures and freeze-cured grass.

South Austin homicide victim identified, suspect still at large: APD

Austin police have identified the victim in a Sunday morning shooting in South Austin. The suspect is unknown and still at large.

Governor Abbott announces historic $1.4 billion investment for rural Texas hospitals

Texas is receiving a historic investment of $1.4 billion in federal funding over five years to help rural health care throughout the state, according to an announcement by Governor Greg Abbott.

Judge blocks age verification on app downloads; what's next for the new Texas law

A federal judge has blocked a Texas law that was set to go into effect on Thursday. It would have required age verification or parental consent for the download of apps.

City of Austin to cut $5.2M from social services contracts

The city of Austin is making some cuts to their social services budget after voters overwhelmingly rejected Prop Q in November.

Austin Police identify suspected drunk driver involved in fatal crash

Police arrested 27-year-old Angelicque Bramlett, the driver of an SUV involved in the collision, on charges of intoxication manslaughter.

Blizzard Warning issued in Texas as winter weather hits parts of state

After record-breaking heat during Christmas across much of Texas, conditions have turned much colder during the final days of 2025.

Austin Police search for woman accused of stealing luxury watches

Austin police are searching for a woman who stole three luxury watches worth more than $75,000 during a targeted encounter on Dec. 21.

Attempted kidnapping suspect held by residents until deputies could arrive

Deputies arrested 28-year-old Christopher Garza after witnesses at Berry Springs Park intervened to stop an attempted kidnapping of a juvenile.

Travis County home destroyed in fire, no injuries reported

Crews have been on the scene of a large two-story house fire off Round Mountain Road in Travis County.

SB 38: How a new property rights law changes the game for Texas renters

Senate Bill 38 is set to go into effect on Jan. 1, 2026, after Governor Greg Abbott signed it into law earlier this year as a way to defend property owners' rights.