Motorcyclist dies in crash after DPS pursuit in Northeast Austin
A 20-year-old motorcyclist died after a DPS pursuit ended and the bike later crashed near Manor, marking Austin’s ninth fatal crash of 2026.
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Sweetwater Rattlesnake Round-Up promoted at Texas Capitol
Sweetwater Jaycees bring live rattlesnakes to the Capitol to promote the annual Rattlesnake Round-Up in West Texas.
Unity Tunnel mural in Austin takes shape
Artists install a 150-foot tile mosaic mural inside Austin’s Unity Tunnel, connecting parkland to the hike-and-bike trail.
Fatal Pedestrian Crash Closes Southbound I-35 in South Austin
A fatal pedestrian crash has closed all southbound lanes of I-35 in South Austin, resulting in one death.
Ghislaine Maxwell Seeks Clemency, Invokes Fifth Amendment in House Deposition
Ghislaine Maxwell invoked the Fifth Amendment during a House Oversight Committee deposition, with her lawyer indicating cooperation only if granted clemency by President Trump, amid criticism from Democrats.
What to do if ICE knocks on your door in Texas: What experts say
Videos from Texas have raised new questions about ICE home entries. Legal experts explain your rights and what to do if agents knock.
Alamo Drafthouse closing all theaters in Lubbock, El Paso and Houston
Alamo Drafthouse is closing theaters in Lubbock, El Paso and Houston. Ticket and season pass holders can expect refunds for planned screenings.
President's Day 2026: Open/Closed Status for Schools, Banks and Post Offices
President's Day 2026 falls on February 16. Find out what will be open and closed for this federal holiday honoring U.S. presidents.
Videos Show ICE Agents Enter San Antonio Home Without Clear Warrant
Viral videos show armed immigration agents entering a San Antonio home without clearly presenting a judicial warrant, raising Fourth Amendment concerns.
Racial Wealth Gap Widens in U.S., Texas Ranks 28th in Disparity
New data shows the racial wealth gap in the U.S. is widening, with white households holding far more wealth than Black and Hispanic households, and Texas ranks 28th among states with the largest disparities.
Texas Democrats' rare upset win overshadowed by internal conflict
A stunning Democratic upset win in a deep-red Texas Senate district quickly gave way to renewed intraparty tensions over a controversial allegation in the U.S. Senate primary.
AFD officials fired a captain for alleged overtime cheating
Austin fire officials terminated a high-ranking female captain over allegations that she counted unworked OT hours
Austin Panel Approves Rubric for Social Service Cuts
Austin's health panel approved a rubric to distribute $17M in social service cuts and seek new funding ahead of the 2026-27 budget.
FDA Recalls M&M's in 20 States Over Missing Allergen Labels
The FDA has issued a Class II recall for M&M's products in Texas and 19 other states due to missing allergen labels, warning of potential health risks for those with milk, soy, or peanut allergies.
Austin Friday the 13th and Valentine's Day Tattoo Specials 2026
Austin tattoo shops are offering Friday the 13th and Valentine's Day specials, featuring flash tattoos, discounted prices, and events throughout February 2026.
Kamala Harris Rebrands Campaign Hub as Permanent Youth Organizing Platform
Kamala Harris relaunches her campaign's KamalaHQ social media accounts as "Headquarters," a permanent youth organizing initiative with People For the American Way.
WhenWhereWhatAustin founder diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer
Chris Cates, founder of the popular Austin Instagram account WhenWhereWhatAustin, shared that he has been diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer.
ICE buys San Antonio building for new Texas detention facility
ICE has purchased a large building in San Antonio and plans to convert it into a detention facility, expanding federal detention capacity in South Texas.
Austin Figures Peter Attia, Elon Musk Named in Epstein Files
Austin physician Peter Attia and Elon Musk are among local figures named in newly released Jeffrey Epstein investigation records, with Attia facing backlash over email exchanges.
Riverside H-E-B Closed After Fire, Reopening Expected Thursday
The Riverside H-E-B in Austin is closed Wednesday after a small fire caused minor damage, with plans to reopen Thursday.