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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.
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TEA releases accountability ratings for Austin ISD schools
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....
business
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.
safety
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.
schools
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...
library
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.
library
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....
business
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.
News
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...
safety
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...
safety
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...
Local
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.
safety
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...
safety
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....
parks
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...
schools
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...
Local
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...
safety
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....
schools
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...
safety
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...
safety
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...
business
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....
safety
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...
schools
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...
safety
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.
safety
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...
safety
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.
schools
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.
safety
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....
Local
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....
schools
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.
government
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, ...
parks
'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....
government
Council Member explains why he voted 'no' on city of Austin budget
On Thursday's episode of Inside Austin's Agenda, KXAN Investigator Grace Reader sat down with Austin City Council Member Marc Duchen to discuss his decision to vote against the city budget approved Wednesday....
Local
CapMetro service changes starting Aug. 16 include Route 2 expansion, route updates
CapMetro will launch service changes Aug. 16, including an expanded Route 2 in east Austin, Route 217 adjustments, updated UT Shuttle schedules and more....
safety
Deadly Apache Helicopter crash highlights growing Central Texas fire risk
A deadly helicopter crash near Salado sparked a wildfire Wednesday as crews across Central Texas continued battling elevated fire danger and multiple blazes....
safety
Pilot injured in small plane crash in Caldwell County
A pilot suffered minor injuries after a small plane crashed near FM 671, northwest of Luling, Thursday afternoon, the Caldwell County Sheriff's Office said.The...
Local
Delta to launch Austin's first nonstop service to Paris
Delta Air Lines will begin its first-ever transatlantic route from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport next year, launching daily nonstop service to Paris.Th...