Weather
Texas Hill Country Under Tornado Watch as Severe Storms Threaten Austin
Forecasters warn of large hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes across the region.
How the 'Cap' Makes or Breaks Storm Chances in Central Texas
Meteorologists explain the key atmospheric dynamics that determine whether the region sees thunderstorms or not.
First Round of Rain and Storms Today in Austin
More wet weather expected this weekend as a cutoff low forms near Southern California
Travel
Austin airport traffic climbs as JetBlue, Frontier grow
Booming passenger numbers reshape Austin's busy airport
Austin Airport Permanently Shuts Down Busy Budget Terminal
Allegiant and Frontier flights will move to the main Barbara Jordan Terminal starting April 1.
Austin Airport Shutting Down South Terminal
Closure to enable Midfield Taxiways Project, part of broader expansion plan.
Crime
Body Found in Austin River Near Quinlan Park
Police assisting in recovery after hikers discover man floating in water
ICE Drops Hold on Exonerated Austin Mother Carmen Mejia
Federal officials lift detainer after judge clears Mejia in 2003 infant death case
Austin Woman Killed in Deadly Houston Carjacking
Marietta Allison was accompanying her friend to cancer treatment when she was shot and killed.
Economics
Wheat Prices Rise Midday on Wednesday
Wheat futures see gains across the board as drier weather forecast and international demand boost prices.
Austin Gas Prices Surge as Oil Conflict Impacts Costs
Drivers in Texas are seeing higher prices at the pump due to rising crude oil prices and seasonal factors.
Gas Prices Rise in Texas as Iran Conflict Escalates
AAA reports national average gas price climbs to $3.25 per gallon amid global tensions and seasonal shifts.
Lifestyle
Austin ISD Refuses to Acknowledge Good Friday
School district stands by decision to honor Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta instead
Longtime Texas Resident and Marine Veteran Leonard Westra Dies at 82
Westra served in the U.S. Marine Corps for 26 years and later worked for the IRS before retiring to a ranch in Lohn, Texas.
Chef behind Con Todo opens Sana Sana taqueria in Austin
Joseph Gomez, a James Beard semifinalist, brings his acclaimed Mexican cuisine to a new downtown location.
