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Expunge a past Travis County arrest: Application portal now live
Residents can check whether they qualify and get paired with volunteer attorneys, who will provide free assistance to erase certain cases from records.
Texas’ redistricting ruling exposes a truth Trump, politicians ignore
A Trump appointee’s blistering critique of Texas’ redistricting map illustrates the tension between political allegiance and judicial obligation.
This Texas airport leads US in flight delays for first half of 2025
Fewer than seven of every 10 flights at this airport were on time. Check out the airlines with the most delays.
Austin crews stabilize downtown sinkhole after storm drain failure
Before workers arrived, several raccoons were spotted poking their heads out of the sinkhole. The road is now patched and reopened.
Zillow study shows two Texas cities where rent is under $1,000
Two Texas metros make Zillow's study of most affordable places to rent. See where they're listed
Austin Public Library's Recycled Reads to officially close in January
The bookstore at 5335 Burnet Road will officially close on Jan. 17 with used book sales shifting to all APL locations in February.
Neighbor indicted in fatal shooting of 'King of the Hill' actor Jonathan Joss
Jonathan Joss, known for voicing John Redcorn in "King of the Hill," was fatally shot outside his San Antonio home. A grand jury has indicted neighbor Sigfredo Ceja Alvarez on first-degree murder charges.
Two Austin Theaters Plan $65 Million Revamp
Austin Theatre Alliance announces a $65 million campaign to transform historic Paramount and State theaters.
Camp Mystic flood lawsuits: Attorney says timing was not strategic
Nearly all families of "Heaven's 27" have now filed against Camp Mystic after months of collaboration and shared grief.
Austin free Thanksgiving meals: Find 7 places to eat, buy groceries
Get free groceries and hot Thanksgiving meals in Austin with 7 options, from mobile pantries to sit-down dinners and delivery.
2020 Georgetown homicide suspect arrested in Temple, Texas
U.S. Marshals arrested a Mexican national in Temple in a 2020 Georgetown homicide; he’s held in Williamson County Jail with an ICE detainer.
Talarico cheers, Paxton vows appeal after Texas map ruling
Texas court blocks GOP redistricting map as illegal racial gerrymander, keeps 2021 districts for 2026; Paxton to appeal to Supreme Court.
Northern Taurids meteor shower to light up the Austin sky this week
See the Northern Taurids over Austin Tuesday night into Wednesday morning; expect slow, bright meteors, about 2 per hour. Avoid city lights.
Austin Thanksgiving volunteering: Where to help in 2025
From Turkey Trot to Operation Turkey, here’s where to volunteer in Austin this Thanksgiving week, with dates, shifts and sign-up links.
Tesla Withholds Data as Travis County Reviews Tax Rebate
County officials say Tesla is blocking key records needed to verify a 2020 tax incentive deal for its Austin Gigafactory.
5 more families file lawsuits against Camp Mystic after deadly floods
The families of Linnie McCown, Abby Lynn Pohl, Margaret Sheedy, Mary Stevens and Greta Toranzo have joined a lawsuit filed by Houston lawyer Kyle Findley.
Fall foliage map 2025: When and where to see autumn colors in Austin
Fall color is running late in Austin. See when foliage starts, which local trees put on the best show and where to drive for peak leaf watching across Texas.
San Marcos animal shelter 'overwhelmingly' overcrowded with dogs
The San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter, Hays County’s only intake facility, has 130 dogs for 93 kennels and a growing euthanasia list. Here’s how to help.
Texas Senate braces for one of its biggest shake-ups in years
With elections, retirements and new campaigns ahead, as many as seven of the chamber’s 31 members could be newcomers by 2027.