Rider's ed? Aceable offers free e-bike, e-scooter safety course for kids
As more children climb onto e-bikes and e-scooters, an Austin-based education platform is rolling out new traffic training to help keep them safe on the roads.
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Austin City Council Member Paige Ellis submitted a petition to seek a third term on the council. If approved, she will be the third and final candidate in the District 8 race. MANOO SIRIVELU FOR KUT NEWS " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/austincurrent.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/download-34...
Rider's ed? Aceable offers free e-bike, e-scooter safety course for kids
As more children climb onto e-bikes and e-scooters, an Austin-based education platform is rolling out new traffic training to help keep them safe on the roads.
Man sentenced to 40 years in fatal shooting of teen at Austin sleepover
A man convicted in the 2025 fatal shooting of a 15-year-old boy during a sleepover at a southeast Austin home has been sentenced to 40 years in prison, according to Travis County court records.
West Nile in Texas: Travis County see first human case of 2026
Austin Public Health says Travis County now has its first West Nile virus case of 2026.
Lake Austin to be lowered 10 feet this fall after hydrilla debate
Lake Austin will be drawn down about 10 feet this fall after property owners and businesses pushed for action amid a resurgence of invasive hydrilla. The lake's water level will begin dropping Oct. 12 and return to normal by the end of November.
Austin man sentenced to 25 years in prison for abusing children under 14
An Austin man has been convicted by a Travis County jury of Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child UNder 14
Downtown Austin bar transforms into 'Golden Girls Kitchen' pop-up
"The Golden Girls" Kitchen will open at Wanderlust on Thursday for a limited time as part of a nationwide tour put together by Disney Entertainment and Bucket Listers, which is behind a lot of other recognizable pop-ups that have come through Austin.
The Microplastics Inside Us: Understanding Their Effects on the Human Body
Researchers from The University of Texas at Austin and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center are partnering to trace the journey of microplastic particles through the human body and their role in cancer development. The post The Microplastics Inside Us: Understanding Their Effects on ...
North Austin shooting suspect compared APD to KKK, only wanted to negotiate with FBI: affidavit
The suspect in a recent officer-involved shooting in North Austin compared APD to the KKK and only wanted to negotiate with the FBI, according to an arrest affidavit.
Austin gang activity trending younger, more violent, police say
"Gangs are definitely not new to Austin," said a detective with APD's gang unit, who we are concealing the identity of because he often works undercover. "But we've seen a movement, especially with our younger generation, to a hybrid gang style."
Firm says Austin-San Antonio passenger rail line viable, for $13.5 billion
A county-commissioned study into the feasibility of a 125 mph passenger rail line connecting Austin and San Antonio released Thursday morning, and shows that the project appears sound from an engineering perspective.
Austin weather: Heat Advisory to be in effect through the weekend
Much of Central Texas will be under a Heat Advisory beginning this afternoon and lasting through the weekend.
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.
Travis County reports first human case of West Nile Virus in 2026
Austin Public Health has confirmed Travis County's first human case of West Nile virus this year, the agency announced.The patient, a Travis County resident, te
Austin Police continue to look for person after SWAT call at north Austin hotel
Austin Police and SWAT were at a Super 8 location in north Austin in response to a person barricaded in one of the rooms.
Georgetown ISD board calls November election to fund teacher, staff pay raises
The Georgetown ISD Board of Trustees voted unanimously to call an operations funding election that will appear on the Nov. 3 ballot, asking voters to approve ad
Amazon to build multibillion-dollar robotics manufacturing facility in Austin
Amazon is expanding its footprint in Austin with a new multibillion-dollar robotics manufacturing facility expected to create hundreds of jobs, Gov. Greg Abbott
City of Austin proposes regulating data center development
City leaders look to overhaul land codes and put a freeze on data center construction.
Austin considers stricter rules for data centers amid water, energy concerns
Austin city leaders are considering new regulations for data centers as officials prepare for the possibility of much larger facilities seeking to develop in th
Who’s winning the money race? See how every Austin City Council candidate stacks up
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Missing Austin juveniles and the man connected to search are found safe, police say
Two juveniles who were reported missing in Austin have been safely located along with a man police had been searching for, according to the Austin Police Depart
Big Bend border wall debate heads to Austin as advocates urge protection of land
Texans from across the state traveled to Austin on Wednesday to urge Texas Parks and Wildlife commissioners to protect public land in the Big Bend region as the
Affidavit: Suspect admits assaulting stranger before opening fire on Austin officer
A man accused of opening fire on an Austin police officer in northeast Austin told investigators he had been angry before allegedly assaulting a stranger at gun
Austin Police no longer searching for missing teens
Austin Police said it was no longer searching for two minors who were reported missing Wednesday.
Man dies following motorcycle crash in east Austin
On Aug. 5, Austin Police officers responded to a single motorcycle crash around 11:15 p.m. in the 3500 block of Ed Bluestein Blvd.
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.
Affidavit: Detainee climbs through bathroom ceiling to escape N Austin hospital
An arrest affidavit obtained by CBS Austin reveals new details about how a man in police custody escaped from a North Austin hospital Monday, including that he
The Gold Rush Ended, But Its Entrepreneurial Legacy Didn’t, Study Finds
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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.
How a man escaped Austin Police custody through the ceiling
A man in Austin Police custody escaped from St. David’s North Austin Medical Center on Monday by climbing through the ceiling, according to an arrest warrant affidavit obtained by KXAN.
ZZ Top's Austin shows will go on, serve as tribute to Frank Beard following his death
Legendary Texas rock band ZZ Top lost one of its members this week. The band announced that drummer Frank Beard, who'd been part of the band for nearly 60 years, died at the age of 77 on Monday.
Travis County DA responds to allegations in APD protest case, files motion
On Tuesday, the Travis County District Attorney’s Office issued a statement regarding allegations of violations in the case against an Austin Police officer related to 2020 racial justice protests.
3 injured in overnight house fire in Cedar Park
Three people were injured in an overnight structure fire in a Cedar Park subdivision, according to city officials.The fire broke out in the 3000 block of Paseo
Round Rock ISD students return to new upgrades, buses and ID system
Round Rock ISD students are headed back to class Wednesday, and many families may notice upgrades or improvements underway or completed at their child's school.
2 Texas financial advisers found guilty in $80 million Ponzi scheme
SAN ANTONIO — Federal officials are expected to announce the verdict this morning in the trial of two Lubbock men accused of helping run a multimillion-dollar Ponzi scheme.Joshua Allen and Michael Cox were charged alongs
More than 126,000 home permits are expired in Austin. Are you affected?
As of mid-2026, Austin had nearly 127,000 expired residential permits scattered across town dating back to the late 1970s. Any of those could become an expensive hassle for a homeowner trying to repair or update their house.
Ben Philpott named Morning Edition host on KUT News
KUT News has named award-winning journalist and longtime managing editor Ben Philpott as the new local host of NPR’s Morning Edition. Philpott, a KUT News journalist since 2002 and former political reporter, succeeds Jennifer Stayton, who has hosted the program for 22 years.
Homeowners in Austin, Texas, could pay $170 more as taxes, utility bills, and fees rise
Homeowners in Austin, Texas, could pay $170 more as taxes, utility bills, and fees rise Yahoo
Arch Manning had an up-and-down debut. Texas has revamped around him, hoping for championship run
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Man accused of peering into West Campus windows arrested, UTPD says
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