Weather
Barton Springs Aquifer Nears Historic Drought Emergency
Central Texas water district may declare first-ever 'Stage 4' drought as groundwater levels plummet.
Austin Sees Warm Weather Ahead, Slight Chance of Rain
Temperatures expected to reach the low 80s this week with a small rain chance on Tuesday
Austin, TX Weather: Forecast, 7-Day Outlook & Today's Temperature
Clear skies and mild temperatures expected in the Texas capital
Lifestyle
Experts Warn Against Storing Shoes in Bedroom
Storing shoes in your closet can lead to bacteria, odors, and poor sleep quality
Barton Springs Pool to Close for Maintenance
Closure scheduled from February 23 to March 13 to remove old infrastructure
New Safety Improvements Coming to N. Lamar Blvd. After Death of Muslim Religious Leader
Pedestrian hybrid beacons and sidewalk upgrades aim to improve safety on busy Austin corridor
Travel
Long-term Closure Planned for I-35 Frontage Road North of Riverside Drive
New pedestrian bridge construction to impact Austin commuters for several years
5 Stylish Hotels Offer Immersive Stays in Austin, Dubai, Rome, and Osaka
From historic properties to luxury resorts, these new and renovated hotels provide a stylish base for exploring vibrant cities.
Texas' Least-Visited State Parks Revealed in 2025 Countdown
From remote deserts to tranquil forests, these are the 10 least-visited state parks in the Lone Star State.
Politics
Austin Convention Center Expansion Battle Heads to Texas Supreme Court
Local PAC appeals judge's ruling allowing $1.6B project to move forward
Garry Tan Launches Nonprofit 'Garry's List' to Influence CA Politics
Y Combinator CEO aims to support 'moderate/pragmatic' candidates and 'pro-growth' policies in California
Austin Audit Proposal Delayed Until November Ballot
Save Austin Now PAC misses deadline to get measure on May ballot
Crime
Suspect Charged with Murder After Man Dies from Apartment Attack
Raymond Ware, 38, faces murder charge after victim succumbs to injuries from January incident
Texas DPS installs license plate reader cameras in Austin
State agency moves forward with surveillance tech despite city's privacy concerns
Joe Rogan Responds to Mention in Epstein Files
Podcast host says he would have never met with Epstein after learning about him.
