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Drunk driver in Austin kills 1, injures another in crash: APD
AUSTIN, Texas - A man was arrested for a DWI after a deadly crash in North Austin on Thursday, the Austin Police Department (APD) said. Austin police said on July 4, around 1:09 a.m., officers responded to a two-vehicle crash in the 11800 block of Research Blvd. northbound. A blue...
UT offering probation to students arrested during pro-Palestine protests
AUSTIN, Texas — Students at the University of Texas at Austin (UT) who were arrested during on-campus pro-Palestine protests in April will face various punishments, ranging from probation to suspension. According to a report from KUT, the university began sending notices to students on Wednesday afternoon. Students have until...
Central Texas Food Bank offers free meals for kids in the summer
AUSTIN, Texas — The Central Texas Food Bank says there's a high demand for summer meals for kids. The food bank is teaming up with local groups to make sure kids don't go hungry while school is out. At 90 different sites throughout Central Texas, local organizations are giving...
VIDEO: Stray kitten rescued by Austin PD officer
AUSTIN, Texas - When we think about rescuing kittens, we think of a firefighter grabbing a ladder to help a kitten stuck on a tree. However, for Austin Police Department Officer Carrillo, he didn't find this stray kitten high above a tree, but instead on the side of a busy road.
CapMetro to Enhance Safety with New Police Department Operational by 2025 in Austin
CapMetro, the Austin-area public transportation provider, is charting new territory with the near completion of its very own police department, set to be operational in early 2025. The transit system is poised to bolster safety for its ridership through the formation of this new law enforcement body. The announcement comes as a welcome response to safety concerns that have persisted among transit systems nationwide.
Texas football 2024 opponent early scouting report: Oklahoma
Texas and Oklahoma's first ever Red River Shootout as SEC foes will see both teams walk into Dallas with vastly different conference schedules - but still the same level of expectation for Steve Sarkisian and Brent Venables. With less than 65 days until Texas kicks off its 2024 season against...
Summer Music Mix: Natalie Price performs 'Island'
Natalie Price's sound is authentic and truly one-of-a-kind and it's no surprise people say she is one of Austin's most dynamic new singer-songwriters. She's taking the We Are Austin stage, and slowing it down, with her song 'Island.'. Follow us on Instagram, X, and TikTok @WeAreAustin and find us on...
Ferdinand and MLK Office Building by Cushing Terrell
Nestled in a vibrant, walkable area of near-downtown East Austin that is steeped in history and local neighborhood amenities, the Ferdinand and MLK Office Building is not just a build-to-suit office building but a unique structure that functions as a testament to sustainability and wellness: the three-story, 70,000-square-foot building is designed to meet both the standard of The American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) “Framework for Design Excellence,” as well as the WELL Building Standard.
West Nile virus found in Taylor mosquito pool: WCCHD
TAYLOR, Texas - West Nile virus has been found in a mosquito pool in Taylor, the fifth such positive sample in Williamson County. The Williamson County Cities and Health District (WCCHD) says the positive sample was taken from a trap site near North Drive and T.H. Johnson on July 2 and lab results confirmed the positive test on July 5.
Mayor Kirk Watson slows timing for climate bond election
City Council members have been taking sides on the City Council Message Board over competing timelines for a climate bond election, and on Wednesday the proposal for a longer lead-up was left standing. The back-and-forth on the message board – the city platform Council members use to communicate with one...
Texas County Named Number One In Nation For Flooding Threat
Hurricane season is major worry for some in Texas. We've seen how major storms affect the state, and when a major hurricane is forecasted to hit our area, preparations begin. Attempts to limit the damage are made, and warnings are sent out to alert Texans when the storm will arrive. One of the biggest scares during the storms is none other than flooding.
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