Austin cold weather shelters activated for Dec. 30

The City of Austin says it is activating cold weather shelters as temperatures are expected to dip into the mid-30s.

Outback Steakhouse sued after toilet shatters, injures man

A Florida man has filed a lawsuit against Outback Steakhouse, alleging he suffered severe injuries after a handicapped toilet seat suddenly shattered and collapsed beneath him.

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.

Citrus Bowl 2025: Longhorns gear up to take on Michigan

Texas will be without several key pieces, including many of their starters and their longtime defensive coordinator, when they take on the Michigan Wolverines in the Citrus Bowl later this week.

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.

Lawyers demand evidence of alleged DC pipe bomber's confession

Cole's lawyers have filed a request for the prosecution to provide evidence of his confession, including any recordings.

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.

Alleged Jan. 6 pipe bomber reset phone 943 times before arrest, court docs say

The details surrounding Brian Cole Jr.'s confession of allegedly planting pipe bombs in Washington, D.C. on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot were released on Sunday as part of pre-trial court filings.