4 new Austin restaurants that opened in June, plus 3 we lost
June showers brought a fresh crop of culinary contenders to Austin, alongside a few bittersweet goodbyes.
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Baking Cookies in a Hot Car: A Sweet Texas Summer Hack
The scalding Texas heat doesn't have to be a downer. Science shows you can bake cookies in a hot car, in three steps.
Saharan Dust and Heat Mark Start of July in Austin
Austin starts July with hazy skies, high heat, and minimal rain, as Saharan dust and a subtropical high pressure system dominate the weather.
Woman charged in fatal three-vehicle Round Rock crash
A woman was charged with intoxication manslaughter following a three-vehicle wreck that killed three people in Round Rock in the northbound lanes of Interstate 35.
Texas History Highlights: Indelible Austin, Juneteenth Tours, and Gruene Hall
Volume 5 of **Indelible Austin** is coming soon, along with updates on Texas history, Juneteenth tours, Sunday Houses, Gruene Hall, and legacy cattle businesses.
Man Charged in Southeast Austin Gas Station Shooting
Police charged Vondel Louis Crawford in the shooting death of Keaton Delcore at a gas station on Wickersham Lane on June 22. Crawford is charged with murder.
Austin Police ID Pedestrian Killed in North Austin Crash
Austin police identified Edward Walker, 63, as the pedestrian killed in a North Austin crash involving a pickup truck and sedan.
Where to find fireworks in Central Texas: Best stores and shows for Fourth of July
The Fourth of July is almost here! To help you celebrate, we've gathered the best fireworks stores and fireworks displays Central Texas has to offer.
18-wheeler driver falls asleep on I-20, killing 5 in Kaufman County, Texas DPS says
A semitruck driver is accused of falling asleep and causing an I-70 crash that left 5 dead Saturday. He's charged with 5 counts of manslaughter.
NHC Monitoring Tropical Disturbance Ahead of Fourth of July in Texas
The National Hurricane Center is keeping a close eye on a new weather system that might pose a direct risk to the United States.
CapMetro Celebrates 40th Anniversary with Free Rides on Tuesday
CapMetro is offering free rides on all services Tuesday to celebrate its 40th anniversary, marking four decades since its launch in Austin.
Are fireworks legal in Texas? What you need to know before the Fourth of July
Here's what to know about whether fireworks are allowed in some of Texas' most populous counties.
Saharan Dust Cloud Heads Toward Texas, Affecting Air Quality and Hurricane Activity
A massive cloud of Saharan dust has developed, stretching across nearly the entire Atlantic Basin.
Hutto Woman Charged with Murder in Fentanyl-Related Death
The Williamson County sheriff's office has charged a Hutto woman in the fentanyl-related death of a 30-year-old man. Crystal Perez was charged with murder and faces up to 99 years in prison if convicted.
Round Rock Approves Mixed-Use Zoning for E. Palm Valley Lot, Historic Tax Exemptions
The Round Rock City Council gave initial approval to rezone a half-acre lot on E. Palm Valley Boulevard to mixed-use, allowing for restaurants, retail, and other developments, while also approving historic property tax exemptions for 51 properties.
Round Rock Approves Mixed-Use Zoning for E. Palm Valley Lot
The Round Rock City Council gave initial approval to rezone a half-acre lot on E. Palm Valley Boulevard to mixed-use residential, allowing for broader development options like restaurants and retail.
5 Texas cities rank in 100 best American cities for 2025 — and Austin isn't at the top
Three of the five Texas cities on the 2025 list ranked in the top 15. The recent study measured cities by livability, lovability and prosperity.
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.