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.
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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.
Austin civil rights attorney David Richards dies at 92
David Richards, a prominent Austin labor and civil rights attorney whose work helped reshape political representation for minorities in Texas, died Thursday.
21-year-old man sentenced in Austin for elder fraud, laundering scheme
Dhruv Rajeshbhai Mangukiya was sentenced in Austin for his role in a multimillion-dollar elder fraud and money laundering scheme, prosecutors said.
'Landman' Cast's Top 8 Fort Worth Restaurants During Filming
The cast of 'Landman' shared their favorite Fort Worth restaurants while filming Season 2, highlighting local spots like B&B Butchers and Paloma Suerte.
New Violet Crown Trail entrance debuts in Austin near Barton Springs
Discover the new Mile Zero Trailhead in Zilker Park. The gateway to the Violet Crown Trail and Barton Creek Greenbelt features paths, pavilions and views.
Austin drivers sat in 64 hours of traffic in 2024, study says
Austin traffic might be bad, but commuters in 29 other U.S. cities — including two in Texas — have it worse.
Starbucks Red Cup Day strike hits Texas
Union Starbucks baristas in Denton, Dallas and Farmers Branch walked out on Red Cup Day, demanding better pay, staffing and treatment.
San Marcos Police Identify Suspect in Downtown Shooting, Arrest Teen in Separate Incident
San Marcos police have identified 24-year-old Patrick Dave Anderson as a suspect in the Kissing Alley killing and arrested a teen in the Post Road shooting.
Free Pet Spay/Neuter Clinic in Travis County This Week
Travis County, Austin Animal Services and Greater Good Charities are teaming up on a five-day clinic with free spay/neuter, vaccines and microchips.
Southbound I-35 to close in South Austin this weekend for construction
TxDOT will close southbound I-35 from SH 71 to Stassney Lane overnight Nov. 14-15 as crews build new elevated managed lanes for the Capital Express project.
Matthew McConaughey uses AI to launch Spanish version of his voice
Matthew McConaughey partnered with AI audio company ElevenLabs to create a Spanish-language version of his voice, expanding his weekly newsletter with AI.
Elon Musk Urges People in L.A., New York to Move to Austin
Elon Musk posted on X urging people to move to Austin, citing an influx of world-class talent as Tesla and SpaceX grow in Central Texas.
Northern Lights Illuminate Central Texas Skies
Statesman readers shared striking images of the northern lights visible in Central Texas on Nov. 11 and 12, 2025.
Conduent data breach impacts 4M Texans, prompts lawsuits: What to know
Data of over 10.5 million customers was compromised. Lawyers and state regulators are investigating the breach.
Austin faces open meetings complaint over budget transparency
Austin attorneys accuse the city of violating the Texas Open Meetings Act by failing to post a proposed budget and taxpayer impact statement ahead of Thursday's council meeting.
Are rent fees legal? See what Texas property law says about your lease
Is there a limit on how much the landlord can collect on late fees? See what Texas property law says
Northern lights visible in Austin Tuesday night: Photos capture views
Here's how geomagnetic storms create the aurora borealis and its bold colors in night skies.