CapMetro opens 2 new transit hubs tied to Project Connect
The new Expo Center and Goodnight Ranch facilities will support rapid bus lines tied to Project Connect.
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Why are flags at half staff today? Memorial Day tradition
On Memorial Day, U.S. flags are lowered until noon before being raised again.
Is Austin City Hall really shaped like an armadillo? What to know
Austin tour guides have long told visitors City Hall is shaped like an armadillo, but architects say the truth behind the building’s famous “tail” is different.
CapMetro shuts down Austin Bikeshare after fire
A fire damaged batteries and charging equipment at a South Austin CapMetro Bikeshare facility.
Patient dies at Austin psychiatric hospital with history of deficiencies
A patient's death at a psychiatric hospital in Austin comes as families face fewer inpatient options and rising demand for mental health care.
Buda Police says May 17 shooting tied to string of Austin shootings
In a Friday press release, Buda Police Department officials announced that a May 17 shooting was connected to the Austin shootings.
Round Rock High School Class of 2026 Graduation
The Round Rock High School Class of 2026 celebrated graduation with decorated caps, diplomas and cheers.
Austin's Allergies Worsen Due to Cedar, Oak, Mold and Rain
Cedar, oak, mold and rain are making allergy season worse in Austin this spring.
Is It Illegal to Sleep at a Texas Rest Area?
Driving through the Lone Star State? Are you allowed to sleep at Texas rest areas along the way? Here’s what the law says.
SpaceX Retries Starship Launch after Scrubbed South Texas Test Flight
SpaceX scrubbed yesterday's attempt with seconds remaining in the countdown due to problems with the launch tower.
Ex-Austin police commander accused of coercive sexual relationship
Former Austin Police Department Commander Wade Lyons engaged in a coercive sexual relationship with a city employee, prosecutors claim.
Waymo halts service across Texas, other states amid weather concerns
Passenger service in San Antonio has been stopped since floodwaters carried one of its robotaxis away last month.
Austin to Remove Rainbow Crosswalks, ‘Black Artists Matter’ Mural
TxDOT says Austin's painted pavement art does not comply with Texas traffic marking standards.
Austin Royal Blue burglary suspect released from jail before break-ins
Records show Tyroan Telemacque had faced dozens of prior charges and was released from jail two weeks before the latest Royal Blue Grocery break-ins.
Austin ISD trustees say budget cuts will worsen teacher effectiveness
Staff members learned this week if their position is proposed to be cut next year, as Austin ISD weighs a $181 million budget deficit.
Yogurt shop murders solved? New episode reveals findings, uncertainty
Episode 5 explores how testing reshaped one of Austin's most infamous cold cases, showing the emotional aftermath for families, investigators and the community.
Central Texas tubing guide: Rivers to float near Austin
From the San Marcos River to the Guadalupe, here are four Central Texas tubing spots near Austin.
Austin Energy outages leave nearly 16,000 without power amid storms
The utility reported dozens of outages Thursday evening, including major outages in North Austin and Northwest Austin.
Why flags are flown at half-staff on Memorial Day
Memorial Day flags are lowered to half-staff until noon to honor U.S. military members who died in combat.
Man Dies After Tree Falls at Austin BBQ Restaurant
A man died after a tree fell on Green Mesquite BBQ's patio in South Austin on Tuesday night.