James Van Der Beek, 'Dawson's Creek' Star, Dies at 48 After Cancer Battle
The actor's move to Austin in 2020 was driven by a desire for a more grounded lifestyle and connection to nature.
Austin Comedy Show Includes Public Roast of Each Performer
Crash Shuts Down Texas 71 in South Austin
Travel
Austin Airport Aims for 12 New Nonstop International Flights
Airport officials hope to expand Austin's global connectivity with new routes to Paris, Tokyo, and more.

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.
Weather
South Texas Could Hit 90 This Week, But How Close to Austin?
A surge of mid-February heat could push 90-degree temperatures into South Texas, but Austin is likely to stay just below that mark.

Austin Braces for Valentine's Day Storms
Severe thunderstorms expected across Central Texas on Saturday
Texas Baseball Shifts Saturday Game Time Due to Weather
Longhorns and Aggies will now play at 6:30 p.m. instead of the originally scheduled 2 p.m. start.
Lifestyle
Austin Migration Trends Shift as More Locals Stay Put
Study finds Austin's migration patterns are increasingly regional rather than national

Indigenous Medicine Wheel Offers Holistic Healing
Native American leader shares how the medicine wheel can support mental, physical and spiritual well-being
Jack in the Box Brings Back Iconic Hot Mess Burger for 75th Anniversary
The cult-favorite menu item returns with throwback marketing and limited-edition collectibles.
Politics
Texas AG Launches Probe Into 3 School Districts Over ICE Protests
Paxton alleges administrators and faculty helped organize demonstrations against immigration enforcement.

Texas AG to Investigate More School Districts Over Student Walkouts
Probes target districts accused of 'orchestrating' protests against federal immigration policy
Austin Revamps East Riverside Plans Ahead of Light Rail Redevelopment
City officials aim to manage growth and limit displacement in historically low-income, Hispanic neighborhood
Crime
Two Skiers Killed, One Injured in Avalanche in Northern Italy
The incident occurred on the Italian side of Mont Blanc near the France-Switzerland border.

1 Dead, 1 Hurt in North Austin Overnight Shooting
Incident occurred at Gus Garcia Rec Center near Rundberg Lane
Pedestrian Killed in South Austin I-35 Crash Identified as David Rodriguez
Austin police have identified the victim as 45-year-old David Rodriguez.