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Ex-APD Analyst Alleges Retaliation, Unapproved Shooting Report in Civil Trial
A former Austin Police Department forensic analyst testified in a civil trial that she faced retaliation after reporting her supervisor for falsifying training records, and her investigative report on a 2021 police shooting was never approved.
Austin Police Seek Suspect in Severe Beating at Homeless Camp
Austin police are searching for a suspect or suspects in a beating that left a woman with life-threatening injuries at a homeless camp, officials said.
Two Men Charged with Murder in Southeast Austin Shootout
Two men have been charged with murder in a shootout in Southeast Austin in December that killed Erik Tijerina.
Austin school district adopts budget with $19.7 million deficit
Austin school officials plan to continue making spending cuts next year and are exploring other cost-saving ideas.
Austin school board approves turnaround plans for three middle schools
AISD school board members approve turnaround plans to bring three North Austin campuses back into state compliance.
Supreme Court Upholds Texas Age-Verification Law, Keeping Pornhub Blocked
In a 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld Texas' age-verification law for pornography websites, keeping Pornhub blocked in the state.
Dallas ISD cellphone ban to start this fall with fines for violations
House Bill 1481 requires all school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to adopt policies prohibiting the use of devices during school.
Texas’ age verification law for porn upheld by U.S. Supreme Court
Pornhub disabled its website in Texas in response to the law, which requires adult websites to verify users’ ages.
Bee Cave approves new library site as project delayed
The Bee Cave City Council amends its contract with library building architects to reflect a location change and gave an updated timeline
Should I turn my AC off when I'm not home? Experts weigh in on Texas heat
Should you leave the AC running or turn it off while away from home this summer in Texas? Here's what experts say.
Austin food trucks dominate national rankings: 9 make Yelp's top 100
Austin has been recognized as the leading food truck destination in the U.S., with nine local establishments making Yelp's 2025 "100 Best Food Truck Rankings."
Austin shelters host 'name your own price' pet adoption event this weekend
Austin-area shelters are making an unprecedented offer to get vulnerable animals into loving homes before the Fourth of July holiday.
Federal probe into self-driving tech expands after Austin man’s death
A 2024 fatal crash in San Antonio helped trigger the investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. It’s now examining the self-driving technologies of 11 automakers.
10 most expensive Austin homes sold in May 2025
Data compiled by RedFin shows the highest priced homes that billionaires, celebrities and entrepreneurs purchased in Austin in May 2025.
Man charged in fatal hit-and-run collision involving Austin bicyclist
Police have charged a man accused of hitting a bicyclist with his vehicle in the 2900 block of MoPac North on May 6 in Austin. The bicyclist died a few days later.
Potential Democratic rivals to join forces for San Antonio rally
Beto O'Rourke, Joaquin Castro and Jame Talarico have all talked about running for the Senate next year, but on Friday will share a stage together.
Outlaw Music Festival 10th anniversary with Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan: Everything to know
Legendary country and folk icons are making a stop in Texas as part of the Outlaw Music Festival tour. Here’s your guide to tickets, parking and more.
Texas families, faith leaders file lawsuit against the Ten Commandments in public schools
The lawsuit requiring the Ten Commandments in Texas schools calls the new law "a threat to the soul of both our democracy and our faith."
Bobby Jenkins Cycles from Alaska to Texas to Raise Awareness for Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood
ABC Home & Commercial Services owner Bobby Jenkins is raising awareness about Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood by bicycling from Anchorage to College Station.