Burn bans issued in unincorporated areas of Travis and Hays counties
Travis County and Hays County officials have issued burn bans that will remain in effect until September 29.
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Texas asks Dallas court to let it intervene in dispute over unborn child's medical care
The unborn child was diagnosed in utero with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, which affects the development of the left side of the heart.
Lotto Texas $26.75M jackpot winner: Winning numbers, where ticket was sold
A Lotto Texas ticket sold in Angleton won the $26.75 million jackpot on Monday. Here are the winning numbers and where the ticket was sold.
Nearly 30,000 pounds of raw beef recalled over missed import inspection
Nearly 30,000 pounds of imported raw beef from South America have been recalled in two states over the failure to reinspect the product after arriving in the U.S., according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)....
Are the tropics waking up? Tropical depression could form this week | Tracking the Tropics
A Tropical Depression could form by the end of the week in the Central Tropical Atlantic, the National Hurricane Center announced.
Robocalls are spiking — especially for phone numbers with these area codes
Is your phone getting lots of random calls lately? You're not alone. Americans received an estimated 4.4 billion robocalls in July — the highest robocall volume in a year, according to tracking by YouMail....
Trial for Luigi Mangione, charged in death of UnitedHealthcare CEO, to begin Sept. 8, jury to be anonymous
Luigi Mangione, who is charged in the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was back in court Tuesday, in what could be his final appearance before his high-profile New York murder trial gets underway next month....
Heat index: Why it feels hotter than the thermometer
The summer heat is in full swing during the hottest time of the year, but sometimes the thermometer doesn't tell the whole story. It's not just the heat; it's the humidity....
Trump signs order calling for spacing out childhood vaccines, against medical groups' guidance
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order calling for revamped childhood vaccine recommendations that promote his long-held but discredited theory that childhood shots should be spaced out into separate medical visits. The order advocates separa...
Matthew McConaughey Cinema new name of Alamo Drafthouse Mueller
An Austin Alamo Drafthouse location now has a new name in honor of Texas native and award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey.
Kristen's Classroom: How a tropical storm impacts areas outside its path
This episode of Kristen's Classroom goes in-depth on the impacts of a potential tropical system.
Kristen's Classroom: Tropical storm impacts before and after landfall
This episode of Kristen's Classroom goes in-depth on the impacts of a potential tropical system.
Former Austin ISD tutor convicted in Lee County for indecency with child
Isaiah Xavier Smith will serve 10 years in prison, with 614 days of jail credit against that time, according to court records.
How a Hill Country ranch became Texas' first public rainwater system
How a Hill Country ranch became a public water system and the journey it took to get there.
Texas faces extreme heat risks for more than 100,000 households without AC
As August brings intense heat to Texas, approximately 108,020 households across the state lack air conditioning, raising concerns about health risks such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke....
New secretary of state will continue to defend Texas’ open primaries against GOP lawsuit
Robert Howden, the new Texas secretary of state, said in a legal filing Monday that he would continue to defend the state’s open primary system, putting him at odds with the Texas GOP in the lawsuit filed by the party last year....
Hot and humid overnight with 7 more 100°+ days ahead
Even as the sun has gone down, warm and humid conditions persist and will continue to persist for the forecast period. - Freddy Vela
American caught with $1.7M worth of cocaine at border, CBP says
A U.S. citizen attempted to smuggle more than $1.7 million worth of cocaine across the border last week in Del Rio, Texas.
Powerball jackpot climbs to $975 million: Winning numbers, next drawing date
The Powerball jackpot is nearing $1 billion after no big winner in Monday night's drawing.
Magnitude 7.4 quake rocks western Colombia, killing at least 111 people
CALI, Colombia (AP) — A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, killing at least 111 people, damaging hundreds of buildings and leaving many trapped under debris while their loved ones and rescue workers searched through rubble. Search teams and civil...
Austin airport to temporarily close lane near Barbara Jordan Terminal
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport will close a left lane leading to the return loop exit on Presidential Boulevard starting Aug. 11. The exit will remain open, but drivers should expect a traffic pattern change....
Man convicted of killing common-law wife, her boyfriend in Travis County
A man was convicted of capital murder of multiple persons in Travis County this week. Sherles Machado-Hernandez, 33, shot and killed his common-law wife and her boyfriend in October 2024....
Annual report ranks the best and worst states for 2026
Thinking about a fresh start somewhere new? A new ranking has revealed the best and worst states in 2026. Here's which state came out on top.
Former fraternity member pleads guilty in deadly Flagstaff hazing case
Former fraternity member Carter Eslick pleaded guilty to felony hazing in the death of 18-year-old Colin Martinez following a drinking game in Flagstaff....
Shake Shack says tech glitch explains viral no-tip video
Shake Shack says a technology error at a licensed airport location caused the pricing issue in a viral video.
Party under the stars with Austin Astronomical Society
The Austin Astronomical Society is opening the night sky to everyone during its annual Austin Under the Stars event on Saturday, Aug. 15, beginning at 7:30 p.m....
Hottest ZIP codes in 2026 where homes are selling the fastest
Which ZIP codes are drawing the highest buyer demand in 2026? Realtor.com’s latest rankings reveal where America’s hottest housing markets are.
Why Alabama deputies were forced into rodeo duty
Deputies and officers wrangled a 1,500-pound bull near Pickens Academy on Friday after a foot pursuit along Highway 17.
Cowboys and defensive star Quinnen Williams agree on $105.9 million extension
The Dallas Cowboys and defensive tackle Quinnen Williams agreed Monday on a $105.9 million, three-year extension going into his first full season with the team. The contract includes $101 million guaranteed and will be added to the two years on his existing deal. The $35.3 millio...
Zuckerberg manifesto sketches out Meta's ambitions for world-changing AI technology
Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg laid out a vision Monday of what he said artificial intelligence can do for the world, imagining a future where everyone has their own, all-knowing AI agent that strives to improve all aspects of their lives. Zuckerberg detailed his ambitions fo...
Man accused of dismembering Texas man’s body
The dismembered body of a Texas man was discovered during a search by investigators last week.
Former OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney accepts plea deal in death of her boyfriend
A former OnlyFans model from Austin has taken a plea deal for the stabbing death of her boyfriend.
CapMetro bus drivers reach tentative agreement after months of contract talks, avoid strike
CapMetro bus drivers have reached a tentative agreement with Keolis, a French-owned subcontractor, to avoid a strike.
Great white shark drags lifeguard underwater at Maine beach
A great white shark pulled a lifeguard underwater at a Maine beach on Saturday, prompting warnings from local public safety officials.
Jackie the beloved Big Bear bald eagle dies
It's a heartbreaking day for fans of the Big Bear bald eagle nest. The Ojai Raptor Center on Monday announced the death of Jackie the beloved bald eagle following her battle with an illness....
Community mourn death of Jackie, Big Bear's cherished bald eagle
Big Bear’s beloved bald eagle, Jackie, has died after more than three weeks of intensive medical care.
CapMetro workers reach agreement with subcontractor, avoid strike, union says
CapMetro transit workers have reached a tentative agreement with French-owned subcontractor Keolis, averting a strike after months of contract talks.
Meta agrees to comply with Abbott's Texas data center standards
Gov. Greg Abbott says Meta will follow Texas' new data center standards covering power, water and community impacts, while Democratic challenger Gina Hinojosa argues stronger legal protections are needed....
Tropical activity grows with peak of hurricane season a month away
The peak of the Atlantic hurricane season is a month away and, seemingly on cue, activity in the tropics has started ticking up.
Joint Base Charleston re-named Joint Base Lindsey Graham in honor of late senator
A ceremony was held Monday renaming Joint Base Charleston in South Carolina to Joint Base Lindsey Graham in honor of the late senator.
The Perseids meteor shower peaks this week: When to view in Central Texas
Look up at the sky on Wednesday night for a show as the Perseids meteor shower peaks.
USDA: SNAP enrollment drops by 5.3 million following new work rules - State-by-state breakdown
New data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows that as of April 2026, there are 5.3 million fewer people receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits compared to September 2025, the end of the federal government’s fiscal year 25. The decline ...
Perseid meteor shower: When is the best time to watch the summer light show?
The Perseid summer light show is back — and viewing conditions are especially promising for the Northern Hemisphere.
Dozens dead and buildings collapsed after 7.4-magnitude earthquake shakes western Colombia
The quake trapped residents under debris, leaving more injured and forcing people to evacuate their homes as far as the capital of Bogotá.
FULL LIST: Dips, salsas sold at major retailers in 26 states recalled over salmonella concerns
The salsa, dips, guacamole, and more were sold at Kroger, Target, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, and Walmart locations across half the U.S.
Courts grapple with rise in AI-hallucinated legal filings; over 1,000 instances in past year
Nearly 1,100 legal filings in the U.S. over the past year had false citations, misrepresented legal doctrines and misquoted sources because of errors generated by an artificial intelligence tool, according to an international database....
America's depleted weapons stockpiles undermine Trump’s leverage with Iran
America’s depleted arsenal of premier offensive and defensive weapons is undermining President Trump’s leverage with Iran. The military’s supply of its premium long-range missiles and interceptors for key missile defense systems is nearly exhausted after more than five months of ...
Rain chances fizzle as heat rolls on
Tuesday triple digits return and continue every day for the next week and the air will stay humid. - Nick Bannin
Problem in America? Sports betting, marijuana use soars
In 2025, Americans spent $166 billion betting on sports, and 21.4 million people used marijuana on a near-daily basis.
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' keeps record pace, ‘The Odyssey’ sets new high for Nolan
NEW YORK (AP) — “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” continued its blistering pace in theaters, collecting $144.5 million domestically over its second weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday, while Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” set a new high for the director. The Sony-Marvel re...
Saharan dust cloud the size of the continental US is impacting summer weather and you may not have even noticed
The days are hot. The storms are few and far between. The sunsets are beautiful. And high in the sky is a layer of dust that has traveled thousands of miles from Africa impacting the weather we're seeing in the southern U.S. and beyond....
Woman's arm amputated after surviving alligator bite in Marion County Silver River, family says
A woman is recovering at home after losing her right arm in an alligator attack on the Silver River on Saturday.
'Dukes of Hazzard' actor, former Georgia lawmaker Ben Jones dies
Ben Jones, an actor known for playing Cooter Davenport in "The Dukes of Hazzard" before serving as a U.S. representative for Georgia, has died at 84.
Austin family spends time restoring historical markers around Central Texas
Camargo says he's happy to give back to the community, but it's also nice to spend time with family and learn a little about Texas and Austin history.
A secondary puzzle for Texas to solve in 2026
Jelani McDonald anchors a talented Texas secondary, but plenty of questions remain as Will Muschamp searches for the right combination on the back end....
Lake Mead hits record-low water level as Colorado River crisis deepens: Why it matters
Lake Mead has fallen to its lowest water level since it was filled nearly 90 years ago, underscoring the growing strain on the Colorado River system.
Mexican avocado exports to the US have been stopped again. Why?
Avocado consumption has soared in the United States in recent decades, and California grows only a fraction of the avocados needed to meet that demand....
Netanyahu rejects plan to disarm Hamas in rare break with Trump
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday rejected President Trump’s plans to disarm Hamas and establish a Palestinian government in Gaza.
Temperatures increasing this week, low rain chance
Tomorrow, high temperatures will be in the upper 90s and low 100s with a mix of clouds and sunshine. Afternoon heat indices will top out above 100° with a less than 10% rain chance. — Meteorologist Tommy House...
NORAD F-16s intercept two aircraft near Trump’s Bedminster Golf Club
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) said F-16 fighter jets intercepted two general aviation aircraft over Bedminster, New Jersey.
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