Great Horned Owl rescued from South Austin pool
Austin park rangers rescued a Great Horned Owl found trapped in a balance tank at Garrison Pool in South Austin, the City of Austin Park Rangers said.The ranger...
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Texas Parks and Wildlife issues extreme heat guide for summer visitors, pets
As temperatures and heat indexes soar past 100 degrees this holiday weekend, Texas Parks and Wildlife is urging state park visitors to protect themselves and their pets with these essential heat safety tips....
Celebrate America's 250th birthday at Texas State Parks
Texas State Parks roll out specialized historic, pioneer, and patriotic programming across the state for the nation's Semiquincentennial celebration.
Deep Eddy Pool reopens Monday after week-long closure for repairs
Deep Eddy Pool reopened Monday morning after a week-long closure for repairs, the city's Parks and Recreation Department announced.The pool, located at 401 Deep...
'Still surreal' looking at Hunt Store damage one year later, manager says
On a May afternoon, a month or so shy of the one-year mark of the deadly central Texas July 4 floods, Courtney Garrison sat on a picnic table in the parking lot of the Hunt Store....
Lake Travis advances to Texas 7-on-7 semifinals
The Cavaliers finished second to Cedar Hill in pool play, and then went on a run in the championship bracket with three consecutive wins before their semifinal loss. Lake Travis edged Liberty Christian 34-33 to open bracket play, and then took out PSJA North 27-19 to advance to t...
Dense Saharan dust expected in Central Texas next week, bringing hazy skies and heat
The dog days of summer are here. That means lots of sunshine and hot temps - pool weather! This new weather pattern may be a little bit of a shellshock for some...
Texas confirms contagious equine virus case in Parker County donkey
Texas animal health officials have confirmed a case of a contagious neurologic equine virus in a Parker County rescue donkey, prompting an ongoing investigation and warnings for horse owners to monitor their animals....
Texas lake 'infested' with invasive species, officials say
An invasive species of shellfish has “infested" a lake near Amarillo, according to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
UT protests sparked a church kitchen that now feeds Austin through community care
In the kitchen at University Baptist Church, the work begins before anyone reaches the table.There are trays to fill, vegetables to chop, meals to pack and volu...
After nearly three decades, Fun Spot America closing Georgia park
Fun Spot America announced Thursday that its Georgia theme park will permanently shut down later this summer.
Safety remains top priority at Lost Pines Scout Reservation
Following last year's deadly July 4th weekend flooding, Texas lawmakers put a focus on improving camp safety across the state.
Buda to break ground on $13.9M Garison Park with creek access
Buda will begin construction this summer on Garison Memorial Park, a $13.9M project featuring trails, a swimming hole and access to Onion Creek.
Austin Weekend: Annie, Bach Fest, Watermelon Thump & More
This weekend in Austin brings a variety of events including Annie at Zach Theatre, Texas Bach Fest, Watermelon Thump, Pease Park Pride Picnic, and concerts by Ariana Grande and Hilary Duff....
Annelise Camp update: Texas AG says Louisiana hospital accepting transfer from Houston
According to a statement on Facebook by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a hospital in Louisiana has accepted her transfer to receive continued care and specialized treatment....
Bankruptcy declaration leaves lawsuits against Camp Mystic in limbo
Camp Mystic and its related entities have filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy, which has put all five lawsuits against them on hold, but the families of the 25 campers and two counselors who died in last year's Independence Day floods are still determined to get justice....
Harrison makes cut for USA Baseball National Collegiate Team training camp
Left-handed pitcher Luke Harrison is a late addition to the USA Baseball National Collegiate Team training camp roster, bringing the total Longhorns to four. Pitchers Dylan Volantis and Sam Cozart, along with outfielder Anthony Pack Jr., were named to the roster earlier....
Solar Car Derby Day draws 125 PEC campers to Cedar Park for hands-on STEM fun
Today, Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) held its fifth annual Solar Car Derby Day at the Cedar Park Recreation Center. The event was put on as part of Camp...
Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy almost one year after deadly floods
Camp Mystic has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization, nearly a year after floods killed 25 young campers and two counselors at the Texas summer camp....
Great American State Fair: Street closures, parking restrictions and what to know
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrict...
Pentagon restores mandatory flu shots for all recruits as boot camp outbreak sickens nearly 300
The Pentagon said Wednesday that boot camps for all the military services are once again requiring the flu vaccination for all recruits after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made the shot optional for the military at the end of April....
Austin nonprofit working to combat AI 'exploitation' of musicians' intellectual property
Artificial intelligence is everywhere, and while it can be a useful tool for many, people in creative spaces say generative AI can be exploitative of their work. That's why the nonprofit Austin Texas Musicians (ATXM) has launched a campaign to protect artists' intellectual proper...
Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy after catastrophic Texas floods killed 28 people at the girls' camp
Camp Mystic filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization on Wednesday, nearly a year after catastrophic floods killed 25 campers and two teenage counselors at the Christian camp for girls along the Guadalupe River in Texas....
Williamson County mosquito trap positive for West Nile virus
The first mosquitoes in Williamson County have tested positive for West Nile virus from a trap near Geneva Park in Georgetown, according to the county health district....
22-year-old killed in 'horrifying' incident at Yosemite National Park
A 23-year-old man was swept down a 600-foot waterfall in Yosemite National Park on Saturday, and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the incident....
More than 3 million Texas license buyers may have data exposed in TPWD cyber incident
More than 3 million Texas hunting and fishing license customers may have had personal information exposed in a cybersecurity incident involving a Texas Parks an...
Patrols and nanobubbles at the Reflecting Pool as Trump looks for a do-over
A piece of liner, about 4 square feet, was observed Friday partially floating in the pool.
Camp Mystic files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy following deadly Texas flash flood investigation
Camp Mystic, the Texas Hill Country girls' summer camp where 27 campers and staff members died during a catastrophic flash flood last summer, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection....
Bobby Layne, Huston Street headed to National College Baseball Hall of Fame
Pitchers Bobby Layne and Huston Street are headed to immortality as part of the 21-member Class of 2026 in college baseball's top club. They'll be honored February 21, 2027, during a ceremony in Overland Park, Kansas....
$10M in meth found in truck hauling polypropylene
Calling it a "major interception," border officials say a tractor-trailer hauling polypropylene from Mexico to the U.S. was also carrying more than $10 million worth of meth....
Barton Springs Pool to reopen Tuesday
Barton Springs Pool will reopen Tuesday after recent rainfall caused flooding, Austin Parks and Recreation said.
Barton Springs Pool to reopen Tuesday after week-long closure
Barton Springs Pool will reopen Tuesday morning after being closed for more than a week, city officials said.The pool, located at 2131 William Barton Dr., will...
Barton Springs Pool to reopen June 23
Barton Springs Pool will reopen to visitors this week after closing down due to severe weather.
Why Deep Eddy Pool is closed from June 22-28
Officials have announced that Deep Eddy Pool will be closed from June 22-28, 2026.
Data breach exposes personal information of over 3 million Texas hunters, fishers
More than 3 million Texas hunting and fishing license customers may have had personal information exposed after a cybersecurity incident involving a Texas Parks and Wildlife Department license system vendor, according to state officials....
Nancy Guthrie ransom note says she is 'buried with nature', source said
Nancy Guthrie was abducted from her home in the early morning hours of Feb. 1, 2026.
Man falls into vault toilet at California campsite while trying to rescue sunglasses
A man who fell into a campsite vault toilet while trying to retrieve his sunglasses was rescued by first responders and was able to walk away from the incident after being decontaminated....
IVF, equal protection sparks division within pro-life Texas Republican Party
Texas Republicans are divided over in vitro fertilization (IVF), with some viewing it as abortion and others supporting it, including President Donald Trump and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton....
Dead duckling found in Reflecting Pool
Onlookers found a dead duckling in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Sunday, sparking concerns about the water conditions inside the newly renovated landmark....
Juneteenth 2026: Austin celebrates with annual parade, festival in east Austin
Hundreds of Austin residents gathered for the annual Juneteenth Parade and Park Festival Friday morning in east Austin to commemorate the end of slavery in the...
2 dead after murder-suicide in Milam County
One person died early Friday morning, and another was in critical condition following an incident at a Milam County RV park.
One dead, one injured in shooting at Milam County RV park
A woman is dead and a man is in critical condition after a shooting early Friday at an RV park in Milam County, according to the sheriff's office.Deputies respo...
Murder-suicide investigation at Milam County area RV park: sheriff
The Milam County Sheriff's Office is investigating an overnight murder-suicide at an RV park on FM 908.
12-year-old describes chaos on stalled Adventureland coaster: 'Snapping, crying, screaming'
A Friday night at an amusement park turned into a terrifying ordeal for several riders when a roller coaster malfunctioned at Adventureland on Long Island, leaving passengers stranded sideways in the air....
Extreme heat expected again at the Grand Canyon after 3 hikers die in heat-related incidents
Visitors to Grand Canyon National Park are being warned about extreme heat that will plague the popular destination early next week after a recent increase in heat-related incidents in the inner canyon, including the deaths of three hikers....
Investigators give final analysis in Camp Mystic flood hearing
A Texas legislative committee’s investigation into the deadly July 4, 2025, floods at Camp Mystic concluded Thursday with findings that the camp failed in key a...
