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Violent crimes prosecuted at federal level increased in Austin

Federal prosecutors filed about 40 federal cases involving gun-related crimes in Austin in “recent months.”

KXAN-NBCAug 25safety

Austin Water's reclaimed water system could cause traffic changes

Drivers will start seeing some traffic changes on Riverside Drive by Auditorium Shores. Austin Water is installing a pipe to expand their reclaimed water program.

FOX 7 AustinAug 25Local

Federal judge strikes down Texas law restricting drag performances

The ruling comes after an appeals court set aside the judge's earlier decision, allowing the 2023 law to take effect in March while the legal challenge continued.

KUT NewsAug 25News

ACC enrollment numbers continue multi-year rise

Austin Community College officially started its 2026-27 school year on Monday, welcoming even more students than in previous years as the college continues to see a multi-year enrollment increase.

KXAN-NBCAug 25schools

Pedestrian killed in crash on SH 71 ramp in southeast Austin

Austin police are investigating after a man was hit and killed by a vehicle on the SH 71 westbound ramp to northbound U.S. 183, marking the city's 52nd traffic fatality of 2026.

KXAN-NBCAug 25safety

Austin City Council weighs data center regulations, some council members want ban

Council members Vanessa Fuentes, José Velásquez, Ryan Alter, Mike Siegel and Zo Qadri said they want a ban on data centers in Austin.

KXAN-NBCAug 25government

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.

KXAN-NBCAug 25safety

Dolly Parton, one of country music's most singular performers, has died at age 80

The artist was a star performer in country music and went on to become one of the genre's most recognizable and universally adored ambassadors to broader popular culture.

KUT NewsAug 25News

Austin Police arrests man suspected of 2021 murder; 4-year delay in cellphone warrant

Charles Wayne Roberts, 67, died at the scene from gunshot wounds

KXAN-NBCAug 25safety

A/C restored in Austin Animal Services kennels after urgent plea for adopters, fosters

The air conditioning in two kennels at Austin Animal Services has been temporarily repaired after the systems went down on Monday, this as Austin battles summer

CBS AustinAug 25business

Man convicted for shooting, killing teenager at SE Austin home

A man will serve four decades in prison for shooting and killing a teenage boy in Southeast Austin in May 2025.

FOX 7 AustinAug 25Local

Austin weather: 11th day in a row for triple digit heat, but under record levels

Today will be the 11th day in a row with highs in the 100s and 28th this summer, but temperatures are expected to stay below record levels.

FOX 7 AustinAug 25Local

Austin metro area ranks 9th on list of 2026 Best U.S. Cities for Work

Austin was ranked number nine on Indeed's 2026 Best U.S. Cities for Work.The list evaluates metro areas across the country with populations greater than 200,000

CBS AustinAug 25Local

Temperatures, rain totals, severe storms: Explore Austin's 2026 weather data

KXAN has created charts and graphics to help you keep track of whatever weather 2026 brings.

KXAN LocalAug 25Local

How often does Austin hit 100°? Here's a breakdown by date, month, year and decade

Complete temperature records for Camp Mabry, Austin's official reporting site, date back to 1898. Since then, Austin has reached 100° more than 2,000 times.

KXAN LocalAug 25parks

Paige Ellis’ petition to seek third Austin City Council term falls short 62 signatures

Paige Ellis, District 8 City Council Member, was looking to run for a third term on the council. Her petition to do so was rejected by the Austin City Clerk. MICHAEL MINASI/ KUT NEWS " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/austincurrent.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/download-35.webp?fit=780%2C520&s...

Austin CurrentAug 25government

Strengthening U.S. Industrial Independence

UT’s vibrant startup pipeline supports manufacturing at home. The post Strengthening U.S. Industrial Independence appeared first on UT News .

UT Austin NewsAug 25News

Austin City Council to weigh data center regulations, possible ban in work session

Austin City Council members are preparing to begin a formal push to regulate — and potentially prohibit — large-scale data centers within the city limits, with

CBS AustinAug 25government

Congress Avenue upgrade triggers new traffic impacts for Austin drivers

Austin drivers will notice a traffic change downtown between Second and Third streets on Congress Avenue.

KXAN-NBCAug 25Local

Texas could strip power from Austin ISD trustees. Why would anyone run for the school board?

Drawings and affirmations are seen in a classroom at the Freedom School in Austin, Texas, on July 16, 2026. KAYLEE GREENLEE FOR AUSTIN CURRENT " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/austincurrent.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/KCG_FreedomSchool-15-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> When the Texas E...

Austin CurrentAug 25government

SCHEELS to open 300,000-square-foot Cedar Park store Saturday

SCHEELS is set to open its new Cedar Park location to the public Saturday, August 29.The employee-owned sporting goods retailer says the more than 300,000-squar

CBS AustinAug 25parks

No more WorldSprings, new CedarView apartments: two key development stories impacting Cedar Park

No more WorldSprings, new CedarView apartments: two key development stories impacting Cedar Park Community Impact

Community ImpactAug 25parks

What THC ban enforcement looks like in Austin

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The Daily TexanAug 25Local

Travis County jury sentences man to 25 years in child sexual abuse case

A 44-year-old man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison after a Travis County jury convicted him of continuous sexual abuse of a child under 14 in a case inv

CBS AustinAug 25Local

Kevin Durant Solidifies Himself as the Most Influential Athlete in Austin, Texas

Kevin Durant Solidifies Himself as the Most Influential Athlete in Austin, Texas roundtable.io

roundtable.ioAug 25Local

PRV Tree Service Highlights Efficient Land Clearing Solutions for Austin, TX Property Development

PRV Tree Service Highlights Efficient Land Clearing Solutions for Austin, TX Property Development mykxlg.com

mykxlg.comAug 25Local

State audit of TEA finds management-to-staff ratio, grant monitoring issues

The State Auditor's Office released the findings of its audit of the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

CBS AustinAug 25schools

Austin Animal Services goes 10 days without AC; temporary measures in place

Austin Animal Services is asking for urgent help fostering or adopting its animals after the shelter went without air conditioning for 10 days.

FOX 7 AustinAug 25Local

AC breaks at Austin Animal Services

AC breaks at Austin Animal Services FOX 7 Austin

FOX 7 AustinAug 25Local

Man sentenced to 40 years for 2025 murder of 15-year-old in SE Austin

A man accused of fatally shooting a 15-year-old following an altercation at a southeast Austin home last year has been convicted of murder and sentenced to 40 y

CBS AustinAug 25Local

Austin College launches 'Along Grand Avenue' podcast

Austin College launches 'Along Grand Avenue' podcast North Texas e-News

North Texas e-NewsAug 25Local

Abbott directs Texas insurance department to drive down costs for homeowners

Abbott directs Texas insurance department to drive down costs for homeowners Community Impact

Community ImpactAug 25News

Owner: Austin Country Flea Market may not reopen after fire

A major fire at the Austin Country Flea Market in East Austin forced thousands of people to evacuate Sunday evening, damaged several structures and may keep th

CBS AustinAug 25safety

Austin Country Flea Market fire: Property owner voices concerns as investigation continues

An investigation is underway into the fire at the Austin Country Flea Market that left two people injured over the weekend.

FOX 7 AustinAug 25safety

AFD investigating fire at Austin County Flea Market

AFD investigating fire at Austin County Flea Market FOX 7 Austin

FOX 7 AustinAug 25safety

Jump Around Party Rentals Launches Fall Festival Rental Hub for Greater Austin

Jump Around Party Rentals Launches Fall Festival Rental Hub for Greater Austin mykxlg.com

mykxlg.comAug 25Local

'Someone's doing something intentionally' | Talarico signs disappear from South Austin neighborhood

'Someone's doing something intentionally' | Talarico signs disappear from South Austin neighborhood KVUE

KVUEAug 25Local

Austin Immigration Lawyer Clarifies New BIA Decision On Advance Parole

Austin Immigration Lawyer Clarifies New BIA Decision On Advance Parole mykxlg.com

mykxlg.comAug 25Local

Under An Hour From Austin Is Texas' Scenic Nature Escape With Trails, Wildlife, And Canyon Views

Under An Hour From Austin Is Texas' Scenic Nature Escape With Trails, Wildlife, And Canyon Views islands.com

islands.comAug 25parks

Why Did Spurs Push for Third Moody Center Game This Season? 'It Just Made Sense'

Why Did Spurs Push for Third Moody Center Game This Season? 'It Just Made Sense' Sports Illustrated

Sports IllustratedAug 25News

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