Barton Springs Pool Closure Extended Due to Aging Infrastructure
Austin’s Barton Springs Pool will stay closed longer than expected after crews encountered aging infrastructure during maintenance work, with a tentative reopening set for March 21.
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Texas Rest Area Sleeping Laws Explained
Texas law permits sleeping at rest areas for up to 24 hours but restricts structures and overnight stays based on local ordinances and property permissions.
Stolen Charger linked to deadly North Lamar shooting, APD says
Austin police say suspects fled a fatal North Lamar Boulevard shooting in a stolen Dodge Charger and are asking for public tips.
Buc-ee’s Fuel Pump Card Policy Sparks Customer Debate
Buc-ee's new policy requiring card payments at the pump, starting March 1, 2026, has sparked debate among customers, with some praising efficiency and others citing concerns like card skimmers and debit holds.
Austin TV Station KXAN Hires Former Waco Reporter Madison Myers
Former KXXV reporter Madison Myers has joined Austin's KXAN after two years in Waco, continuing her focus on Central Texas storytelling.
South Texas Turnout Offers Democrats Hint of Hope
Primary results in two redrawn congressional districts suggest the GOP’s South Texas gains may not be as secure as once thought.
Texas Ranks Among Worst States for Women in 2026
WalletHub study ranks Texas fourth worst overall for women's economic well-being, health care, safety and political representation in 2026.
Daylight Saving Time 2026 Begins: Clocks Spring Forward
Clocks jumped forward overnight for daylight saving time. Here’s why you feel tired, how the time change works and when DST ends.
Buford's Reopens After Shooting, Donates Sales to Victims
Buford's reopened on Friday night after four days of being closed following the March 1 shooting on West 6th Street, donating weekend sales to shooting victims.
Daylight Saving Time Begins March 8, 2026
The U.S. switches to daylight saving time March 8, 2026. Clocks will spring forward by one hour at 2 a.m., despite ongoing debates about ending the practice. DST ends November 1, 2026.
West Sixth Street Implements Safety Measures After Mass Shooting
Austin officials say additional police patrols and safety measures will be in place on West Sixth Street following the deadly shooting that killed three and left the gunman dead.
Buford's Bar Reopens After Mass Shooting, Donates Weekend Sales
Buford's bar on West Sixth Street will reopen Friday and donate all weekend sales to those impacted by the recent mass shooting.
Crash Closes Northbound I-35 Near Slaughter Lane
Northbound I-35 closed near Slaughter Lane in Austin due to a crash; drivers advised to use alternate routes.
Texas Town Named Among 13 Prettiest in U.S. for 2026
Canyon, Texas, gateway to Palo Duro Canyon, earned national recognition for its landscapes and outdoor attractions.
West Sixth Street Shooting Among Texas' Deadliest in Recent Years
Three dead and 16 injured in a mass shooting on Austin's West Sixth Street, marking Travis County's highest-casualty shooting in at least 12 years and ranking eighth in Texas for total victims in recent years.
Austin audit finds gaps in consultant contract oversight
A city audit found Austin spent $279M on consultants since 2023 while often skipping needs assessments, tracking and performance reviews.
Sixth Street memorial photos after Austin mass shooting
New photos show a growing memorial on Sixth Street, where crosses, flowers and yellow ribbons honor victims of the Austin mass shooting.
Austin IT Consolidation Plan Sparks Union Protest Over Budget Concerns
Union workers protested Austin's IT consolidation plan after an audit found the city's IT spending exceeds benchmarks by 81%, while city officials say the move will save money and improve efficiency.
Athena the Owl Returns, Lays Egg at Wildflower Center
Athena the great horned owl has returned to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center for the 16th year, laying an egg Thursday morning.
Texas Gas Prices Rising Amid Global Tensions
AAA reports gas prices are rising as tensions involving Iran continue to impact global oil markets and fuel costs across the U.S.