Crime
Police seek tips after deadly shooting at northeast Austin encampment
Austin police have identified the victim as 53-year-old Benjamin Biesecker, marking the city's 11th homicide of 2026.
Austin Police Officers Who Stopped Terrorist Avoid Charges
District attorney calls officers "heroes" after initial review of grand jury process
Texas DA says no charges for hero cops who stopped deadly bar shooting
Criticism over mandatory grand jury review for officer-involved shootings
Weather
First Round of Rain and Storms Today in Austin
More wet weather expected this weekend as a cutoff low forms near Southern California
Central Texas Lakes Holding Up Despite Dry February
Above-normal temperatures and lack of rainfall have not significantly impacted Highland Lakes levels so far this year.
Austin Apartment Fire Shuts Down Oltorf Street
No injuries reported as firefighters extinguish blaze in southeast Austin
Travel
Austin Airport Shutting Down South Terminal
Closure to enable Midfield Taxiways Project, part of broader expansion plan.
Southwest Expands Austin Flights with Four New Nonstop Routes
New destinations include Memphis, Destin, Knoxville, and Santa Rosa starting in October 2026.
New Palo Pinto Mountains State Park to Open Sunday
Texas' first new state park in over 24 years offers 4,871 acres for hiking, camping, and exploration.
Lifestyle
Luxury Austin Home with Rooftop Terrace and Pool Listed for $2.6M
The 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath property in the Bouldin Creek neighborhood features modern architecture and high-end finishes.
Veracruz All Natural Founders Launch Nashville Hot Chicken Truck
New Diablo Hot Chicken concept brings Mexican chile twist to beloved Southern dish.
Austin Expands Displacement Prevention Navigator Program
City seeks community members to apply for open navigator positions to help families stay in their homes.
Politics
Texas Senate Candidate Faces Backlash Over 'Welcome Mat' Border Remark
James Talarico's past comments on immigration resurface after primary victory
Bobby Pulido Wins Democratic Primary in Texas' 15th District
Centrist Democrat defeats progressive challenger in competitive primary race
U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett Hosts Senate Campaign Watch Party
Crockett, a Democrat, is running for U.S. Senate in Texas.
