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Locally owned retro video game store opens in north Austin

If it were possible to capture the feeling of being a kid playing old-school video games on a CRT TV, Christian Amador has done it.

Three people transported after Pflugerville rollover crash

Three people were transported after a rollover crash in Pflugerville Saturday morning.The Pflugerville Fire Department stated just after 9 a.m. that crews were...

Nonprofit hosts school supply drive benefiting Austin Title I students

On Friday, a Texas nonprofit hosted a school supply distribution event at Popham Elementary School in Del Valle.

Suspect arrested after reported aggravated assault at Hutto Home Depot

A suspect is in custody following a reported aggravated assault at a Home Depot in Hutto Thursday evening, according to police.

Abbott threatens Dallas, Houston airports’ grant funds over Islamic washing facilities

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport canceled plans to install a facility commonly used for Islamic prayer after Gov. Greg Abbott on Friday threatened to wit...

Austin ISD sees 35 campuses raise letter grades in new TEA accountability scores

Austin ISD leaders pointed to significant gains across dozens of campuses after the Texas Education Agency released its accountability scores Thursday night, hi...

ICE in Austin: Greg Casar, community leaders speak out after recent enforcement activity

Democrats are warning the public about an increase in ICE activity in Austin, while Republicans continue to defend the federal Immigration enforcement effort....

Two Austin ISD schools receive fifth consecutive 'F' accountability rating

Two schools in Austin Independent School District, Burnet Middle School and Webb Middle School, received their fifth consecutive “F” rating, putting the district in a precarious position of possibly facing a state intervention....

Pflugerville ISD sees gains in state ratings, models for other districts

Pflugerville ISD (PfISD) earned its highest state accountability ratings in 5 years, and the district now boasts zero F-rated campuses.

Austin’s pop-up wave grows, from roaming matcha carts to apartment ramen nights

Austin entrepreneurs are embracing low-cost pop-ups, from vintage markets to ramen shops, to build community, reduce risk and pursue business dreams.

Austin 311 to stop taking overnight calls starting later this year

While the city currently operates the non-emergency line 24/7, the pilot will move call takers from the overnight hours to busier dayparts.

Community members revisit AISD partnership plan as grades point to state intervention

Some community members are voicing their renewed frustration over the rejection of Austin ISD's planned non-profit partnership at three middle schools strugglin...

Greater Austin YMCA and BookSpring partner to expand book access

Greater Austin YMCA and BookSpring are working together in a new book donation partnership to provide book access and encourage literacy to children.

Austin writer opening 2-day, pop-up grief museum

John Jeff Hutter lost his father to suicide a decade ago, but his journey with grief from that loss has helped him find himself. He's also been able to create things, like his book "Gutsy Grief". Now, he's opening up a space for others to share their creations born of grief....

Katz's begins construction at original West Sixth Street location after 15 years

Katz’s is officially one step closer to returning to Austin, with construction now underway at the restaurant’s original Sixth Street location.

Weekend Check: 3 things to do in Central Texas this weekend

Looking for weekend plans?With the last weekend of summer break upon us, here are three family-friendly events happening across Central Texas this weekend.Zilke...

Austin Police searching for robbery suspect

The Austin Police Department is requesting the community's help identifying a suspect involved in a robbery.

Police release bodycam video, 911 call in NE Austin shootout with suspect

Newly released body camera footage shows the moment a police officer exchanged gunfire with a man accused of pistol-whipping a stranger in northeast Austin on W...

Police seek man accused of robbing East Austin business in July

Police are asking for the public's help identifying a man suspected of robbing a business in East Austin last month.The robbery occurred about 2:56 p.m. Tuesday...

Austin's housing market: How quickly are homes selling, and for how much?

At KXAN, we're keeping track of home prices, and several other data points, to help buyers and sellers stay on top of trends in the market.

Texas’ school A-F grades relatively flat as Austin ISD inches closer to takeover

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Brush fire burns 26 acres in Bastrop County, 98% contained

A 26-acre brush fire in Bastrop County is 98% contained, according to county and state officials.Bastrop County Emergency Services District No. 2 said the fire...

North Austin officer-involved shooting: Police release video, new details

The Austin Police Department released video and provided new details on an officer-involved shooting that happened in the 800 block of Camino La Costa on August 12....

Austin Weekend: PCX Austin, parade at capitol, and Austin FC

Several community events are scheduled in Austin over the weekend of August 15 and 16, including a free screening of Wicked at Gregg-Clarke Park, the PCX Austin pop culture expo, the Festival of New Texas Plays, a soccer match between Austin FC and FC Dallas, and the Parade of In...

Austin Police release video from police shooting near St. John's, names suspect

Friday afternoon, the Austin Police Department will hold a media briefing to present video from Wednesday's officer-involved shooting at 824 Camino La Costa, which is near I-35 and U.S. 290 East in the St. John's neighborhood....

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.

Texas releases 2026 A-F school ratings; Central Texas school districts see mixed results

The Texas Education Agency on Friday released its 2026 A-F accountability ratings for public school districts and campuses statewide.The agency rated 1,202 dist...

Austin Gamblers bring 3-day PBR Gambler Days to Moody Center, tickets from $34

The Austin Gamblers are transforming Moody Center into the epicenter of Western entertainment on August 21-23. The Gamblers are serving up their fifth annual ho...

This new UT Austin device spots power grid problems before disasters strike

A new sensor developed at UT Austin may help utilities identify power line problems before they lead to outages or wildfires. Researchers say the technology can pinpoint trouble spots, reduce inspection time and improve safety for crews working in remote areas....

Hays CISD parents weigh new athletics fees as district cites budget pressures

For the first time, some Hays Consolidated Independent School District parents are factoring athletics fees into what it will cost for their middle or high scho...

Fort Hood identifies two pilots killed in Apache helicopter crash near Salado

Fort Hood officials have identified the two pilots killed when an AH-64E Apache attack helicopter crashed near Salado during a maintenance test flight, sparking...

Questions remain after stolen ambulance chase ends in fatal I-35 shooting

Questions remain Friday morning about the identity of the driver of a stolen Fort Worth Fire/EMS ambulance, how the ambulance was stolen and what happened in th...

Data center audit lacks specifics even as Gov. Abbott, industry leaders tout it

Data center audit lacks specifics even as Gov. Abbott, industry leaders tout it

UT-Austin overhauling core classes but hasn't detailed how new center relates to courses

Three new eateries open in Austin despite shift in state-wide restaurant industry

According to the Texas Restaurant Association's latest report, 88% of Texas restaurants reported higher food costs, 66% reported higher labor costs, and 52% saw traffic decrease....

Woman pulled from wreckage after crash onto H-E-B warehouse property

SAN ANTONIO - A woman had to be rescued from a mangled car after an overnight crash sent the vehicle through a fence and onto H-E-B warehouse property on the Northeast Side.Emergency crews were called out shortly after 1...

As the only Texas district to trigger potential state takeover, Austin ISD’s future is now in TEA’s hands

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Texas Historical Commission presents Texas Archeology Fair

Texas Historical Commission presents Texas Archeology Fair CultureMap Austin

Segura says AISD will scrutinize data and pursue appeals on "F" ratings if possible

The Austin Independent School District released its school accountability ratings a day before the Texas Education Agency’s official release, with the results s...

City of Austin prepares security upgrades for parks impacted by 'violent crime'

The city's $6.6 billion budget opens the door for better security at parks with crime concerns.

Police arrest alleged repeat shoplifter accused of stealing more than $2K from Manor H-E-B

A Del Valle man is facing multiple theft charges after Manor police say he stole more than $2,000 worth of merchandise during five shoplifting incidents at a lo...

Round Rock ISD police chief leaves district, interim chief named

Round Rock ISD is searching for a new police chief following the departure of Police Chief Latriesha Grandy, the district confirmed Thursday.

Here's what could come next for Austin ISD after two schools receive fifth straight 'F' rating

Here's what could come next for Austin ISD after two schools receive fifth straight 'F' rating KVUE

Driver of stolen Fort Worth ambulance killed by DPS trooper in Austin after ramming vehicles on I-35

Driver of stolen Fort Worth ambulance killed by DPS trooper in Austin after ramming vehicles on I-35 WFAA

Elon Musk’s private jet lands in Lafayette amid reports of SpaceX deal in Louisiana

Elon Musk’s private jet lands in Lafayette amid reports of SpaceX deal in Louisiana KPLC 7 News

Austin FC tops Club América in shootout to advance to League Cup quarterfinals

Austin FC tops Club América in shootout to advance to League Cup quarterfinals Austin American-Statesman

AISD parents react: state takeover possibility triggered by failing ratings at 2 schools

Two Austin ISD schools received their fifth consecutive 'F' accountability rating from the state today, opening the possibility of a state takeover.

For Austin ISD marching bands, budget cuts mean fewer moments under the Friday night lights

For Austin ISD marching bands, budget cuts mean fewer moments under the Friday night lights KVUE

AISD reports 5th failing accountability grade at two schools, opening takeover pathway

AISD reports 5th failing accountability grade at two schools, opening takeover pathway KEYE

You can watch Club América vs Austin FC in the Leagues Cup live for free tonight - Here’s how

You can watch Club América vs Austin FC in the Leagues Cup live for free tonight - Here’s how OregonLive.com

Texas woman living in Europe befriends Belgium group that cosplays as Texas Rangers

Wallonia, Belgium, is more than 5,000 miles away from Austin, Texas. But the distance doesn't matter to Texas Rangers Wallonie Belgium, because the Texas-obsessed group is bringing the Lone Star spirit over to their own country....

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....

UT-Austin remaking core curriculum for future undergraduates

UT-Austin remaking core curriculum for future undergraduates The Texas Tribune

Texas’ mail ballot ID requirements restored by federal appeals court

Texas’ mail ballot ID requirements restored by federal appeals court Spectrum News

FedEx Layoffs Hit SoCal as Facilities Close Under Network 2.0

FedEx Layoffs Hit SoCal as Facilities Close Under Network 2.0 LAmag

Houston ISD superintendent responds to teacher's viral video: 'That is why we're here'

Superintendent Mike Miles responded to a HISD teacher's emotional video, stating the teacher's concern has been a concern for years.

UT Austin proposes first major core curriculum overhaul in more than 20 years

UT President Jim Davis unveiled the proposal Thursday during a University of Texas System Board of Regents meeting. Under the plan, the university’s current 42-credit-hour core curriculum would be reduced to 36 hours and reorganized into three broad pillars: Arts and Humanities, ...

'Just a way to connect with people': Austin groups combining storytelling, classical music in 'accessible' format

What started as house parties in a Hyde Park rental home in 2014 has evolved over the last decade into a beloved, wholesome night of storytelling among friends and now, easy access to classical music and community....

After 14 years, big changes could be coming to this SoCo address

After 14 years, big changes could be coming to this SoCo address MySA

Texas DPS confirms fatal shooting in Austin after pursuit of stolen Fort Worth ambulance

Texas DPS confirms fatal shooting in Austin after pursuit of stolen Fort Worth ambulance KXAN Austin