Austin Wildlife Rescue reports an early surge in baby animals, attributing it to warmer winters and Hurricane Beryl impacts. The center expects 9,500 animals this year and advises the public on proper rescue steps.
Travis County homeowners who believe their property was appraised too highly have the right to protest, but strict deadlines apply.
The Statesman Cap10K race took place on a rainy April 12, 2026, with 25,000 runners participating in Austin's largest 10K event.
Texas Democratic lawmaker Salman Bhojani faced severe threats and fines after a 2025 quorum break but remains committed to public service.
Austin police said a Friday night shooting at the Cabana Club bar left a man dead. Others injured in a preceding altercation self-transported to area hospitals.
Thousands will run the Statesman Cap10K in Austin, bringing closures to Congress, Barton Springs and more. See the full street list and map.
The Statesman Cap10K returns for its 49th year on Sunday, April 12, 2026, with details on start times, registration, packet pickup, weather forecast, and parking.
Texas law requires headlights when visibility drops. Here’s when drivers must turn them on during rain, fog and other conditions.
TPWD stocks catfish at East Metro Park in Austin, offering fishing opportunities with specific bait tips and license rules.
A 4-month-old puppy stolen from the Austin Humane Society has been safely returned with an apology note.
A Wichita Falls woman received a six-year prison sentence for mailing Bibles laced with synthetic marijuana to Texas prisons, using various materials to conceal drugs.
Austin ranks No. 28 in Niche's 2026 best places to live list, with higher-rated Texas cities above it.
Most Texas property owners qualify for homestead exemptions, which lower taxable property values, while others may be eligible for multiple exemptions based on age, disability or veteran status.
Pooh Shiesty, who briefly attended Pflugerville High, appears in Dallas court in a kidnapping and robbery case involving Gucci Mane and eight co-conspirators.
Athena, the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center’s great horned owl, welcomed a new owlet. A second egg will hatch soon.
Travis County property tax bills are typically mailed in October, with payments due by January 31, 2027. The process begins with appraisal notices from TCAD in April 2026.
Experts name the best places for millennials to live, including Austin, highlighting job opportunities, affordability, lifestyle, and recent market opportunities.
Hutto kindergarten teacher Olivia Joseph receives $25,000 Milken Educator Award as Texas' sole honoree.
Parents and educators rallied in Austin on April 7, 2026, as Texas officials considered changes to history curriculum and classroom standards, with protesters calling for transparency and inclusivity.
Texas sees a resurgence of flea-borne typhus, with cases rising sharply since the 1990s. Health officials warn of symptoms, spread, and prevention methods.
