Austin SXSW protest targets homeless encampment sweeps
As SXSW opens, VOCAL-TX protests Austin encampment sweeps and service closures; the city says clearings come with notice and support services.
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Travis County property tax deadlines: What happens if you miss them
Three key Travis County property tax deadlines — exemptions, protests and payment. Here’s what happens if you miss each one.
Texas Midwife License Suspended After Infant and Maternal Deaths
Texas suspends Georgetown midwife Salli M. Gonzalez's license following infant and maternal death investigations, citing violations of care standards.
3 common scam calls police warn about and how to block them
Scammers impersonating deputies, banks and family members are targeting Central Texas residents. Here’s how the calls work and how to block them on your phone.
Austin Issues Stop-Work Order After Demolition of Historic Cenote Building Exceeds Permit
Demolition of a 140-year-old former café building on East Cesar Chavez exceeded city permits, prompting a stop-work order and raising preservation concerns in Austin's changing neighborhood.
AMBER Alert: Missing 2-Year-Old Girl in Austin
An AMBER Alert was issued Wednesday night for 2-year-old Alianna Bernardez OCampo, believed to be with 25-year-old Kermith Zapata Bernardez in a white Hyundai Venue.
Small Plane Emergency Landing Causes Delays on US 290
A small plane made an emergency landing on US 290 west of Austin, causing significant traffic delays, with no injuries reported.
Homicide Ruled Out in Lake Austin Body Discovery
Austin Police Department officials ruled out homicide after a deceased person was found in Lake Austin on Tuesday evening, with the investigation ongoing and cause of death pending medical examiner determination.
Stinging sea slugs washing up on Texas beaches, experts warn
Tiny blue dragon sea slugs are washing up along Texas beaches as spring winds push marine life ashore. Experts warn the creatures can deliver a painful sting.
Baseball-Sized Hail Strikes Central Texas
Baseball-sized hail fell across Central Texas on Tuesday evening, damaging property and prompting severe weather warnings.
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.
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.
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.