These 3 Texas counties remain dry nearly a century after Prohibition
As of July 2026, three counties in Texas remain completely dry, while 191 counties are partially wet and 60 counties are fully wet.
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USPS unveils Barbie Forever stamps in Austin
USPS representatives were at the Hilton Downtown promoting the stamps Saturday morning as part of the National Barbie Doll Collectors Convention.
Evening showers & storms, daily rain chances continue
Scattered tropical downpours continue through the evening hours, with rain-cooled air in the 70s & 80s. — Meteorologist Tommy House
Trump suggests a standing order to attack Iran if it assassinates him. But Vance would make the call
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is suggesting he has left standing orders for the U.S. military to destroy Iran “ at levels they've never seen before ” if Tehran follows through on its long-standing threats to kill him. But the U.S. government has no way to create an automatic, preauthor...
Suspect killed in officer-involved shooting in downtown Austin
One person is dead after an officer-involved shooting in downtown Austin Saturday.
Apple sues OpenAI over alleged theft of trade secrets
Apple is suing OpenAI, accusing the major AI firm and industry partner of attempting to access and steal confidential information about their tools, processes and unreleased products through job interviews with their employees.
Ro Khanna claims Israeli settlers detained him during West Bank visit
Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., says he and members of his congressional delegation were detained by armed Israeli settlers while visiting the West Bank near the Palestinian village of Khirbet Zanuta.
Mexico wants criminal investigation after man killed by ICE
"We cannot turn a blind eye to the Mexicans who have died."
New York Times reporters are subpoenaed after Air Force One stories, raising press freedom concerns
The Department of Justice has subpoenaed New York Times journalists after they reported on security concerns involving the new, Qatari-gifted Air Force One, marking a dramatic escalation of President Donald Trump ’s campaign against the media that has drawn condemnation for eroding a fundamental ...
North Carolina man broke into ex's home, fatally stabbed his 5-year-old son before going to Taco Bell: police
A North Carolina man allegedly kicked down his ex-girlfriend's apartment door and fatally stabbed his 5-year-old son before leaving and heading to Taco Bell.
1 dead after police shooting near Townlake YMCA
A person shot by officers Saturday morning in central Austin died from their injuries, according to Austin Police.
These 3 Texas counties remain dry nearly a century after Prohibition
As of July 2026, three counties in Texas remain completely dry, while 191 counties are partially wet and 60 counties are fully wet.
Amid criticism, Meta reins in new AI tool that automatically accessed public Instagram images
Meta has pulled the plug on a feature of a recently launched AI tool following criticism that it made Instagram accounts fodder for use in creating AI-generated images. The move on Friday came less than a week after the parent of Instagram and Facebook rolled out Muse Image, its first image-gener...
APD asks for help identifying men in ATM robbery
Austin Police asked for help on Thursday to help find three men connected with a series of ATM thefts in north Austin.
Police investigating south Austin homicide
Police are investigating a homicide after a woman was shot in south Austin early Saturday morning.
1 dead in south Austin, homicide investigation underway
Austin Police said officers responded to an area in south Austin early Saturday morning in connection with a homicide investigation.
Note from suspect in Charlie Kirk killing revealed during hearing
A note from the alleged Charlie Kirk assassin was revealed in court on Thursday, outlining an alleged confession amid other evidence tied to the accused killer.
95% say US in affordability crisis: Survey
Around half of all Democrats, Republicans and independents said they have had issues affording the price of necessary goods like gas and food.
Robotaxi companies warned after impeding first responders
It comes after a growing number of incidents where driverless vehicles have delayed or blocked first responders at emergency scenes.
Mexican national killed in Houston ICE operation was not 'target,' lawmaker says
The Mexican man who was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer in Houston earlier this week was not the person the agency was targeting in its probe, Rep. Sylvia Garcia (D-Texas) said Thursday.
Map: Where cases of 'explosive' diarrhea-causing parasitic illness have been reported
It's still unclear what has caused the spike in illnesses.
Trump restrictions on private AI models turns attention to open source
The Trump administration’s latest restrictions on private AI model releases is ramping up the push for open-source alternatives.
Austin releases proposed $6.6B budget with higher property tax rate and social grant cuts
Austinites are getting their first look at the city’s proposed budget for the next fiscal year, a $6.6 billion spending plan that would increase the city proper
From the soccer pitch to the operating room: Austin's Dr. Stephanie Logterman
Long before she was repairing broken bones and helping young athletes recover from injuries, Dr. Stephanie Logterman was chasing championships on the soccer field.
San Marcos mother says Ticketmaster mistakenly flagged her as a bot before reinstating concert tickets
A San Marcos mother says what was supposed to be a special night with her 11-year-old daughter nearly didn't happen after Ticketmaster canceled her concert tickets, claiming her account had violated the company's policies.
City of Austin proposes $6.6 billion budget
Austin City Manager T.C. Broadnax has proposed a $6.6 billion budget for fiscal year 2026-27 that increases spending on public safety, homelessness services, housing and parks while raising the city's property tax rate and utility bills.
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Leander Police detain suspect after responding to reported gunshots at apartment complex
Leander Police stated Friday evening that they are responding to a call involving reported gunshots at the Southbrook Apartments in the 200 block of South Brook
Victor Wembanyama agrees to extension with Spurs
AUSTIN (KXAN) - As first reported by Shams Charania of ESPN, Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs have agreed to a five-year contract extension worth $252 million. It is a maximum rookie-scale contract extension. Wembanyama posted on social media earlier in the day hinting at a commitment ...
Downtown Austin crime: APD searching for suspect in connection with series of thefts
The Austin Police Department is asking for help identifying a suspect involved in an ongoing series of thefts in downtown.
City leaders want a regional hospital to open in Bastrop
As Central Texas continues to grow, some areas and people don't have access to the healthcare they need.
Taylor city manager apologizes for timing of data center petition announcement
The Taylor city manager apologized Friday for the timing of an online announcement that a citizen-led petition to restrict new data center development could not
19-year-old convicted carjacker sentenced to 25 years for fatally dragging victim
San Antonio: Zachariah Aguirre, 19, gets 25 years for the 2023 carjacking murder of 80-year-old Larry Brister, dragged as Aguirre drove off. First of three co-defendants sentenced, last to take a plea.
Mosquitoes in the heart of San Marcos test positive for West Nile Virus
Mosquitoes in San Marcos are testing positive for West Nile Virus. Mosquito traps in the heart of the city have produced the first positive tests in Hays County
Central Texas dog rescue trying to curb shelter overflow with 'safe haven' pet ranch, but they need $500K
Jack Jack's Pack is a street dog and cat rescue organization that has helped thousands of pets in the five years it has been running. Now, after years of helping the community through pet rescue, Jack Jack's Pack needs help from the community to continue its mission.
Texas reports dozens of cyclosporiasis cases tied to contaminated fresh produce
An outbreak of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness that can cause explosive diarrhea, has been confirmed in Texas, prompting health officials to urge extra pr
Democratic Gov. candidate proposes $1,500 checks to all Texas households
Democrat Gina Hinojosa wants to use $17 billion from Texas' Rainy Day Fund to send $1,500 checks to every Texas household. Governor Greg Abbott is pushing a competing plan to eliminate school property taxes on homesteads as both campaigns focus on affordability.
Tennessee double-homicide suspect arrested by Border Patrol in Texas
A man wanted in connection with a double homicide in Tennessee was arrested by Border Patrol in Texas this week.
3rd person charged in connection with Sam's BBQ shooting in east Austin: Affidavit
Austin police have arrested a third suspect in connection with a shooting outside an east Austin barbecue restaurant that left six people wounded earlier this year.
'Pink Crime' author warns legal system increasingly targeting women, LGBTQ+ people
Approximately 75% of exonerated women were wrongfully convicted for crimes that never happened.
Austinites conflicted about budget cuts, tax increases ahead of budget proposal release
Austin residents are weighing potential property tax increases and spending cuts as the city prepares to release its proposed budget for next year.The city is e