Perseid meteor shower to light up skies: Here's when and if skies will be clear in Texas
The Perseids are active from July 17 through Aug. 23.
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Murder suspect arrested in North Austin following multiday manhunt
Jose Duron, 22, was arrested Wednesday in North Austin in connection to the shooting death of Steven Conn, 41. Duron also faces kidnapping and robbery charges.
Farmers' Almanac Predicts Warm Fall for Texas in 2025
Much of the state is forecast to see consistently warmer weather, with highs in the upper 90s to low 100s in coming weeks.
Multiple dead after stolen car crashes into bus in San Antonio
Police said four suspects who were inside the stolen car when it crashed are at large, including one person carrying an assault rifle.
Could a tsunami ever hit Texas? What to know after Alaska earthquake sparks warning
While the Gulf is far less prone to tsunamis than the Pacific, experts say it’s not entirely out of the question.
Exploring Austin’s Historic Landmarks: Peter Pan Mini-Golf and 1850s-Era Buildings
Peter Pan Mini-Golf and two 1850s-era buildings reveal Austin’s quirky, enduring past in this look at long-standing landmarks from Jim Duncan’s series.
Austin's Eddie Garcia Named Finalist for Fort Worth Police Chief
Eddie Garcia, a former Dallas police chief who now serves as Austin’s assistant city manager for public safety, is among four top contenders for the Fort Worth police chief job.
High pressure to bring Austin familiar summer dryness as Highland Lakes fill again
Flood operations have ended on the Highland Lakes, with the last of the flood gates closing Wednesday, the Lower Colorado River Authority said.
Texas Court Orders Release of Uvalde Shooting Records
A San Antonio appeals court orders Uvalde County and the school district to release long-withheld records relating to the 2022 Robb Elementary School shooting, affirming a trial court’s 2024 ruling.
How to get disaster relief after the Central Texas floods
From FEMA aid and SNAP benefits to volunteer help and tax exemptions, here’s what flood victims need to know.
Robert Roberson Gets New Execution Date in Controversial Shaken Baby Syndrome Case
In a Wednesday hearing, a Texas judge set a new execution date for Robert Roberson after he was granted a last-minute stay in 2024.
Is sports betting legal in Texas? Here's what you can and can't wager on
HJR 134 proposes an amendment that would allow the Texas Legislature to legalize and regulate sports betting under specific conditions.
Potential Tropical Storm Dexter may bring 'impactful' rain from Houston to Panama City
Hurricane center forecasters said the system, designated as Invest 93L, is forecast to continue moving westward and could emerge or redevelop.
24 Most Overcrowded Tourist Destinations in Texas
A booming travel industry is sending more and more tourists to Texas. These two dozen destinations were deemed the busiest in 2025.
Texas floods overwhelm Lake Travis with over 17 feet of water: See before, after photos
Statesman photographers capture the dramatic change in Travis Lake's landscape in the days after deadly floods overwhelmed Central Texas.
Texas Doctor Warns of Post-Flood Risks in Guadalupe River
For those who remain near the riverbanks, the sense of danger lingers through bacteria, infection and disease.
Central Texas students, schools step up to help after deadly floods
Students from Burnet to Leander are organizing donation drives, clearing debris and helping families recover.
Gulf Tropical Disturbance Could Threaten Flooded Texas with More Rain
A low-pressure system near Florida has a 40% chance of developing into at least a tropical depression, according to the National Hurricane Center, raising concerns about additional rainfall in already flood-stricken Texas.
Camp Mystic Delayed Evacuation Despite 'Life-Threatening' Flood Warning
The National Weather Service issued an urgent flood warning at 1:14 a.m. July 4th. Camp personnel did not start moving girls to safety for at least 46 minutes, resulting in 27 deaths.
Round Rock Approves Downsized Housing Project Near Downtown
The Round Rock City Council approved reducing the scale of a multifamily housing project near downtown, citing market and construction challenges, while addressing floodplain concerns.