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.
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Austin Police said in a social media post around 3:49 p.m. on Wednesday that they are looking for 15-year-old Roxana Soto and 14-year-old Roselin Soto.
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.
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.
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
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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
KXAN has created charts and graphics to help you keep track of whatever weather 2026 brings.
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.
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
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.
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 Yahoo
Arch Manning had an up-and-down debut. Texas has revamped around him, hoping for championship run The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Man accused of peering into West Campus windows arrested, UTPD says KEYE
A new quantum technology campus is planned near Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, with backers pitching it as a place where researchers, students and star
A proposed data center development near Taylor has been put on hold for 90 days after residents packed City Hall and urged city leaders to stop what they see as
Dec 21, 2024; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) against the Clemson Tigers during the CFP National playoff first round at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images The Lufkin Daily News
Gov. Greg Abbott on Tuesday set a special election to replace former Texas Sen. Brian Birdwell for Election Day after the five-term Granbury Republican resigned
Minnesota attorney general sues Texas Gov. Greg Abbott over ICE agent extradition KVUE
A Bailey Middle School family worries the district has yet to support reassigned students.
Austin ISD kicked off the new school year today, but many parents are uncertain about what is ahead pending potential state intervention.
Minnesota leaders on Tuesday sued Gov. Greg Abbott to force the extradition of a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer who is accused of injuring a V
Public education becomes key issue in Texas governor’s race KEYE
Executive Watersports Announces Availability of Group Wake Lesson Program The Ames Tribune
Seattle Sounders, Austin each seek to end winless droughts The Lufkin Daily News
Long-delayed Cotaland in Austin sets opening date Theme Park Tribune
One person is dead, and three others are injured following a crash involving a dump truck and three passenger vehicles near Round Rock Tuesday evening.
Gov. Abbott proposes ban on H-1B visa use for Texas public schools during campaign stop WFAA
Saddle up! Texas' wildest pro bull riding team returns this week MySA
There are 10 council districts in Austin. Council members serve four-year terms. Every two years, half of the council seats are up for election.
Texas Gov. Abbott, lawmakers consider limits on foreign influence in education KVUE
Defending NCAA Champs Texas Men Announce 2026-2027 Swim & Dive Schedule SwimSwam
Winners announced for 2026 Big Tex Choice Awards KXAN Austin
Lawmakers examine barriers to regional air service across Texas KXAN Austin
Austin Water said it happened at the intersection of Decker Lane and FM 969 after crews found a leak on the Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant's sludge transfer line.
Role of data centers in the Texas Senate election KXAN Austin
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