Recurring diarrhea could signal illness, Austin Public Health warns
A parasitic illness is spreading across the country, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating the source after at least 20 people were hospitalized.
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Court docs: Waiter accused of stabbing man at Austin steakhouse, intended to kill him
A waiter at Bob’s Steak and Chophouse downtown is accused of stabbing a customer multiple times Saturday night, an attack that court documents say could have be
Help or Hinderance? Austin vendors weigh in on new state food truck law
Texas House Bill 2844 took effect today, creating a statewide health permit for food trucks through the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS).The new
Gracie the giraffe: Experienced veterinarian leads animal rescue
After weeks on the run, Gracie the giraffe is back home thanks to a carefully planned rescue.
Parents of Camp Mystic flood victims sue Texas health officials over camper deaths
Parents of nine Camp Mystic girls who died in the flash flood last July have filed an amended federal lawsuit against Texas Department of State Health Services
Recurring diarrhea could signal illness, Austin Public Health warns
A parasitic illness is spreading across the country, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating the source after at least 20 people were hospitalized.
Williamson County jury finds homebuilder liable for fraud in flood-risk lawsuit
According to court records, jurors found the homebuilder liable for statutory fraud, common-law fraud, fraud by nondisclosure, deceptive trade practices, breach of contract and unconscionable conduct.
Personal watercrafts banned on Lake Austin for July 4th
The Austin Police Department (APD) Lake Patrol Unit will be enforcing the City Ordnance that prohibits the use and operation of personal watercraft, wet bikes, motorized surfboards, and similar devices on Lake Austin.
Pflugerville man sentenced to 18 years for sexually abusing child
A Pflugerville man was sentenced to 18 years in prison for indecency with a child.
4th of July deals and freebies
Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.
Person of interest identified in Elgin murder case: police
A person of interest has been identified in a suspicious death investigation in Elgin.
Travis County moves to dismiss cases against former Wilco Sheriff and county attorney
The Travis County District Attorney’s Office has filed a motion to dismiss charges against former Williamson County Sheriff Robert Chody and Assistant Williamson County Attorney Jason Nassour following a prolonged legal battle over evidence in their cases, which stemmed from the 2019 custodial de...
July 4th: Northwest Hills Lawn Chair Brigade to perform in annual parade
Every Fourth of July, a group of ladies in Northwest Hills called the Lawn Chair Brigade walks in the neighborhood parade, performing with their lawn chairs.
Supreme Court ruling could boost role of national parties in Paxton-Talarico race
The Supreme Court has ruled that national political parties can spend unlimited amounts in coordination with their candidates, which could prove significant in Texas' U.S. Senate race between Republican Ken Paxton and Democratic candidate James Talarico.
Bus driver in fatal Virginia I-95 crash pleads not guilty to manslaughter
The driver of a motorcoach that plowed into a construction traffic backup on Interstate 95 in May, killing five people, has pleaded not guilty to multiple counts of involuntary manslaughter.
APD to enforce personal watercraft ban for Fourth of July weekend
The Austin Police Lake Patrol Unit will begin enforcing a ban on personal watercraft on Lake Austin at sunset Friday, July 3.
Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock announces resignation
Acting Comptroller of Public Accounts Kelly Hancock announced Wednesday that he would step down from the position.
Abbott swears in justices Parker, Pratt to appeals court
Gov. Greg Abbott swore in Chief Justice Judy Parker and Justice Laura Pratt to the Seventh Court of Appeals Wednesday during a ceremony at the Texas Capitol.
World Cup fever is driving massive growth in Austin soccer programs
America's World Cup team will win or go home Wednesday night. The highly anticipated knockout match is electrifying U.S. soccer fans. But the excitement on the
Central Texas recovery efforts approach one year
Since last years deadly July 4th flooding millions of dollars have been raised by Central Texas Community Foundation to help rebuild and support families across Central Texas.
DA drops cases against former Williamson County sheriff, attorney in Javier Ambler case
The Travis County District Attorney's Office has dismissed evidence tampering cases against former Williamson County Sheriff Robert Chody and former Assistant W
Travis County DA to dismiss cases against former Wilco sheriff, assistant county attorney
The Travis County District Attorney's office says it will be dismissing charges against former Williamson County Sheriff Robert Chody and former assistant Williamson County Attorney Jason Nassour.
Texas sends help to Colorado as deadly wildfires rage
As deadly wildfires rage in Colorado, Texas is sending help.
Reactions to Abbott's call for data center restrictions near rural Texas neighborhoods
Gov. Greg Abbott is calling for new restrictions on where AI data centers can be built in Texas, focusing on rural areas and sites near neighborhoods as he argu
Texas diocese calls nun's detainment by ICE 'wildly disturbing'
The Catholic Diocese of Brownsville called the detention of a nun who was walking to Sunday Mass by Immigration and Customs Enforcement “wildly disturbing."
Elgin Police identify person of interest involving suspicious death case
Elgin Police have identified a person of interest involving a suspicious death case on Tuesday.
Firefighters save newborn after emergency birth in flood control tunnel
Las Vegas firefighters helped save a newborn after responding to reports of a woman in labor inside a flood control tunnel.
Texas lawmakers say changes to camp safety laws likely in next legislative session
One year after the floods that devastated parts of Central Texas and the Hill Country and killed 139 people, lawmakers are preparing to take up more camp safety
Elgin police identify victim, person of interest in suspicious death investigation
Elgin police have identified the victim in a suspicious death investigation as Sonya Martinez Guerra, 55, and named a person of interest in the case.Elgin polic
Texas court orders porn site to pay $9M bond to unlock domain name
A Texas court has ordered that the domain name of a porn website be locked down after failing to comply with the state’s age-verification law.
Texas State officially joins Pac-12 conference
Texas State University officially became a member of the Pac-12 Conference on Wednesday, marking a major milestone for the university after more than a decade in the Sun Belt Conference.
Austin Animal Services Holiday Challenge & Fourth of July pet safety tips
Austin Animal Services is asking the community to help give 175 sheltered dogs a safe space.
Texas adds 4-star defensive back to 2027 class
Four-star cornerback Brandon Sherrard announced his verbal commitment to Texas via X on Tuesday. Sherrard became the sixth defensive four-star prospect Steve Sarkisian has landed in the 2027 recruiting class.
Inside the wild, high-stakes rescue of Gracie the giraffe
FREDERICKSBURG, Texas — New photos of Gracie the giraffe have been released.
MAP: Where have Austin's fatal crashes occurred in 2026?
KXAN is keeping track of the number of traffic fatalities in the City of Austin in 2026. An interactive map shows where those crashes have occurred.
Target and Ulta Beauty to end store partnership this August
A popular beauty brand’s five-year relationship with one of the nation’s largest chains is expected to end next month.
High school coach arrested for alleged aggravated sexual assault of a child: Elgin Police
Jacob Donald Johns was charged with aggravated sexual assault of a child.
No Pfireworks this 4th of July; City of Pflugerville opts to save money, focus resources on 'priority services'
Why no pfireworks this year? The city said that it "chose not to sponsor a fireworks show this year so resources could be focused on the priority services our community relies on every day."
Pet election aims to demystify voting, teach new voters how the process works
The Wednesday event, which was held at the Manor Community Center, was one of several "Paws to the Polls" mock elections planned ahead of the November election as Get Out The Vote efforts.
What to know about the Emerald Ash Borer, which may soon reach Central Texas
There's another flying insect to watch out for.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will celebrate wedding at MSG, AP source reports
A source for The Associated Press is reporting that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will celebrate their wedding at Madison Square Garden this Friday.