Austin working to shorten emergency response times with new system
The City of Austin is getting closer to rolling out a new system designed to help emergency vehicles move through traffic faster.
The City of Austin is getting closer to rolling out a new system designed to help emergency vehicles move through traffic faster.
Hays County SWAT team arrests man accused of assaulting his 90-year-old mother
A man was taken into custody following a SWAT incident in Hays County. The sheriff's office said the suspect assaulted his 90-year-old mother.
A man was taken into custody following a SWAT incident in Hays County. The sheriff's office said the suspect assaulted his 90-year-old mother.
Austin family's pet turkey vanishes days before Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving just days away, one Austin family is dealing with a holiday headache they never expected, their pet turkey has vanished.
With Thanksgiving just days away, one Austin family is dealing with a holiday headache they never expected, their pet turkey has vanished.
Texas drivers urged to be cautious on roads ahead of busy Thanksgiving travel
The Williamson County Sheriff's Office is sending a reminder not to drink and drive ahead of the busy holiday travel this week.
The Williamson County Sheriff's Office is sending a reminder not to drink and drive ahead of the busy holiday travel this week.
Texas vs Texas A&M: Bryan mayor challenges Austin Mayor Kirk Watson in friendly wager
The mayor of Bryan has issued a friendly wager to Austin Mayor Kirk Watson ahead of the college football game against the University of Texas at Austin and Texas A&M University.
The mayor of Bryan has issued a friendly wager to Austin Mayor Kirk Watson ahead of the college football game against the University of Texas at Austin and Texas A&M University.
Georgetown man sentenced to life in prison for sexually assaulting 9-year-old girl
A Georgetown man was sentenced to life in prison for sexually assaulting a child.
A Georgetown man was sentenced to life in prison for sexually assaulting a child.
Texas State Park holiday events 2025: Lights, trails, and fun activities
Texas State Parks are hosting a variety of holiday-themed events across the state during November and December, inviting visitors to enjoy festive activities from watercolor painting to kayak tours.
Texas State Parks are hosting a variety of holiday-themed events across the state during November and December, inviting visitors to enjoy festive activities from watercolor painting to kayak tours.
Mother of teen shot 30 times disappointed in murderer's plea deal
The mother of a teen who was shot 30 times is disappointed in the plea deal her son’s killer was offered. Ervin Coronado-Palacio is set to spend 20 years in prison.
The mother of a teen who was shot 30 times is disappointed in the plea deal her son’s killer was offered. Ervin Coronado-Palacio is set to spend 20 years in prison.
Central Texas Food Bank distributes Thanksgiving food; Sen. Cornyn, Mayor Watson join food line
On Monday, two prominent political leaders from different parties handed out supplies for 1,000 Thanksgiving meals.
On Monday, two prominent political leaders from different parties handed out supplies for 1,000 Thanksgiving meals.
Petition calls for audit of Austin's city budget
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson is responding to a group calling for an audit of city spending. ‘Save Austin Now’ opposed Prop Q and has since started a petition.
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson is responding to a group calling for an audit of city spending. ‘Save Austin Now’ opposed Prop Q and has since started a petition.
Family wins $13M verdict after Houston police vehicle crash kills 75-year-old man
A Harris County jury held the City of Houston responsible for the death of Charles Payne in a 2021 crash involving a police car, awarding his family $13 million.
A Harris County jury held the City of Houston responsible for the death of Charles Payne in a 2021 crash involving a police car, awarding his family $13 million.
Tornado near Houston damages over 100 homes, officials say
An apparent tornado caused damage in the northwest suburbs of Houston on Monday.
An apparent tornado caused damage in the northwest suburbs of Houston on Monday.
What's next in the battle over Texas's redrawn congressional map
The fate of Texas’s congressional district map drawn by Republicans is now in the hands of the United States Supreme Court. But the clock is ticking for candidates who must file for the 2026 election by Dec. 8.
The fate of Texas’s congressional district map drawn by Republicans is now in the hands of the United States Supreme Court. But the clock is ticking for candidates who must file for the 2026 election by Dec. 8.
Georgetown pedestrian crash kills 1, injures 2 others; intoxicated driver arrested
One person was killed, and two others were injured after a crash in Georgetown, police said. The driver was intoxicated.
One person was killed, and two others were injured after a crash in Georgetown, police said. The driver was intoxicated.
Fatal disease detected at Texas facility linked to 'ghost deer' smuggling ring
The positive samples were taken from deer at a facility owned by Ken Schlaudt, 64, of San Antonio. Schlaudt is tied to the ongoing “Ghost Deer" investigation, which authorities describe as one of the largest deer smuggling networks in state history.
The positive samples were taken from deer at a facility owned by Ken Schlaudt, 64, of San Antonio. Schlaudt is tied to the ongoing “Ghost Deer" investigation, which authorities describe as one of the largest deer smuggling networks in state history.
Austin weather: Severe weather and localized flooding possible
We have a chance for storms and showers across the entire viewing area today
We have a chance for storms and showers across the entire viewing area today
Ex Baylor football coach Art Briles hired by Eastern New Mexico University
Art Briles, the former Baylor football coach fired in 2016 following a sexual assault scandal that rocked the university, was named the new head football coach at Eastern New Mexico University on Monday.
Art Briles, the former Baylor football coach fired in 2016 following a sexual assault scandal that rocked the university, was named the new head football coach at Eastern New Mexico University on Monday.
It’s asp season in Texas: What you should know about fuzzy, venomous caterpillars
It is asp season in Texas. When this fuzzy caterpillar rubs or is pressed against the skin, venomous hairs stick into the skin, causing a severe burning sensation and rash.
It is asp season in Texas. When this fuzzy caterpillar rubs or is pressed against the skin, venomous hairs stick into the skin, causing a severe burning sensation and rash.
Texas dog-fighting ring raid nets 45 arrests, thousands in cash
A months-long investigation by the Newton County Sheriff’s Office ended Saturday night in the dismantling of a large, active dog-fighting ring, leading to the arrest of 45 individuals and the seizure of cash, narcotics, and firearms.
A months-long investigation by the Newton County Sheriff’s Office ended Saturday night in the dismantling of a large, active dog-fighting ring, leading to the arrest of 45 individuals and the seizure of cash, narcotics, and firearms.
Apple iPhones stolen over Halloween weekend recovered by Austin PD
Did you lose your phone in the downtown Austin area over Halloween weekend? Police may have it.
Did you lose your phone in the downtown Austin area over Halloween weekend? Police may have it.