Here's how Waymo tricked two unruly teen passengers in California
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$45 million settlement provides support for Cash App fraud victims
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton secured a $45 million settlement with Block Inc. to resolve customers exposure to fraud and safety claims.
Trump says Iran ceasefire is 'over;' US strikes Iran for 2nd time
Renewed fighting between the United States and Iran has raised questions about whether the two sides will resume all out war.
Man with multiple warrants arrested in North Austin: APD
A man who had 10 outstanding arrest warrants was arrested by the Austin Police Department.
Dittmar Pool to close for repairs
Dittmar Pool will close for repairs next week, the City of Austin announced on Wednesday.
5.5x the limit: Driver had potentially deadly BAC, troopers say
The driver registered a 0.441 BAC, which is more than 5½ times the legal limit, according to a post from state law enforcement.
DOJ: Missouri man pleads guilty to running dog fighting operation, US Marshals rescue 16 dogs from his home
A Kansas City, Missouri man is facing a federal prison sentence and fine after the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) says he plead guilty to running a dog fighting operation and illegally possessing a firearm after a felony conviction.
Legal groups sue Texas Tech University system over restrictive course policies
The Texas Tech University System is facing a federal lawsuit challenging policies that critics say restrict what professors can teach about race, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity.
Gangs may be using rideshare apps to smuggle people into country, Border Patrol says
Gangs might be using rideshare apps to help smuggle people into the country, according to officials.
Colorado State University predicts slowest hurricane season since 2014
Colorado State University lowered its Atlantic hurricane season forecast.
Lawmakers assess Texas youth camp safety reforms
Texas lawmakers reviewed the first year of implementing the state's new youth camp safety law during an interim Senate Health and Human Services Committee hearing Tuesday, with officials identifying several issues that could lead to legislative changes in 2027.
Man sentenced to 18 years related to deadly 2024 shooting
A Travis County judge sentenced a man June 2026 to 18 years in jail in connection with a 2024 deadly shooting.
Teacher-led commission aims to move Texas to head of the class
A newly launched commission aims to see Texas move to the head of the class when it comes to education.
Months-long narcotics investigation sparked by Crime Stoppers tip leads to 3 arrests
A months-long narcotics investigation in Cedar Park led to three arrests and the seizures of multiple types of drugs, firearms, and thousands in cash.
Justin Bieber joins Madonna, Shakira and BTS for FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show
Justin Bieber is joining the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show, adding another major name to a lineup that already includes Madonna, Shakira and BTS.
Kristen's Classroom: Austin's 100-degree days
Meteorologist Kristen Currie dives into the numbers of Austin's average first, last and total number of triple digit days in this episode of Kristen's Classroom.
Damage to Comal County Democratic Party's office "not politically motivated": police
A recent investigation into damage to the Comal County Democratic Party's office revealed it was “not politically motivated," according to police.
Doctor who drove family off seaside cliff has charges dropped
The doctor's family miraculously survived the dive into the rocks, but with serious injuries.
Houston ICE shooting: Family of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, activists call for transparency
Family and activists are speaking out following the deadly shooting of a man in Houston by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.
23andMe data breach victims to receive $46.75 million payout
A United States bankruptcy judge ordered genetic testing company 23andMe to pay a nearly $50 million settlement for a 2023 hack that led to the data leak of millions of their customers.
Fitness, 'looksmaxxing' influencer Connor Murphy reportedly dies in apparent drowning in Thailand
Connor Murphy, a fitness influencer and YouTuber, reportedly died after an apparent drowning in Thailand.
Are you eligible for the potential COVID tax refund?
Americans who paid IRS penalties or interest during the COVID-19 pandemic may still be able to file a claim for a potential refund.
Damage to Comal Co. Democratic Party Office was not politically motivated, police say
New Braunfels police say that the damage to the Comal County Democratic Party Office on Friday was not politically motivated vandalism, but rather the result of
'Don't trust anybody': Former news anchor scammed out of $72,000 after fake text
Longtime journalist Alex Delgado is back in the news, but this time the story is personal.
Here's how Waymo tricked two unruly teen passengers in California
Waymo is always watching, as two teenagers on summer break found out this week.
Fredericksburg Walmart reopens after ATF bomb squad clears threat
A Walmart store in Fredericksburg was cleared by an ATF bomb squad Wednesday morning after police received information about a possible threat in the area, acco
Why the power will be out in parts of downtown Austin beginning this Sunday
Some Austin Energy customers in downtown Austin should expect to temporarily lose power beginning Sunday evening.
Ex-Texas Tech professor admits to running fentanyl ring, trading drugs for sex, documents say
Former Texas Tech assistant professor Daniel Taylor pleaded guilty to running a sophisticated fentanyl network that traded drugs for sex and caused eight overdoses.
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.
Amy's Ice Cream new location opening on Lamar Boulevard
In celebration of National Ice Cream Month, Amy's Ice Creams is opening a new neighborhood ice cream truck.
San Marcos superintendent announces retirement after 10 years
San Marcos, Texas — SMCISD Superintendent Dr. Michael Cardona announced his decision to retire as Superintendent of San Marcos CISD at the end of September 2026
St. David's HealthCare to begin construction in Kyle
St. David’s HealthCare will begin construction on a full-service emergency center facility in Kyle, marking the first phase of a proposed plan to bring a hospital to the community.
Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail to detour near Barton Creek next week due to tree work
The Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail will have a detour in place along Barton Creek beginning Monday while crews conduct tree work along the trail, accord
Last American polio survivor in an iron lung dies at 78
She lived more than 70 years at the mercy of the machine.
Children found living in unsafe conditions at squalid Northeast Philadelphia home with dead animals
Editor's Note: This article has been updated to remove a video that included images that were not approved for sharing. We apologize for the error. PHILADELPHIA (WPHL) -- Authorities are investigating after two young children were discovered living in what investigators described as dangerously u...
Nintendo to shut down 'Mario Kart' mobile game
Nintendo is preparing to launch a blue shell directly at one of its “Mario Kart” titles.
APD arrests wanted gang member with 10 outstanding warrants in N Austin apartment
APD says they have arrested a wanted gang member with 10 outstanding warrants.The Austin Police Department says their South Metro Tactical Unit launched an inve
Man arrested after allegedly throwing Molotov cocktail at wheelchair user
A man has been arrested in Oklahoma City after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at a man in a wheelchair outside Oklahoma City Police Department headquarters.
Detectives search for people accused in multiple ATM thefts
Austin Police's Commercial Burglary Unit is asking for the public's help in identifying people accused of ATM thefts over the last several weeks.
Major 2026 hurricane forecast updated: What it says about Texas
One of the most-watched hurricane forecasts has been updated for the remainder of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
Texas French Bread reopens dining room four years after fire
Texas French Bread has officially reopened at the same site the bakery and bistro burned down four years ago.The bakery announced the reopening of their dining