Austin experiences the Autumnal Equinox with near-equal day and night. A weather shift toward cooler temperatures is expected, with chances for rain increasing by Tuesday night. Attention is on a potential tropical system in the Caribbean Sea.

Oscar Casillas, 24, was arrested by Austin Police for a series of shootings on Lyons Road, with an ongoing investigation and public appeal for information.

Austin braces for high temperatures with a peak of 97 degrees, low humidity, and a south-southeast breeze, as fall approaches with a potential for rain and cooler weather later in the week.

Austin police increase patrols on FM 2222 due to reports of reckless motorcycling and citizen safety concerns.

APD released video linked to Cristian Rangel's homicide and seeks public help. Kamery Wooldridge is charged with corpse tampering; Rangel's mother appeals for justice.

A teacher at Pflugerville ISD is charged with injuring an autistic student by allegedly breaking his fingers. The incident was reported after the child showed injuries post-school.

A rabid bat was found outside a clinic in Cedar Park, prompting public health warnings and advisories to avoid contact with unfamiliar animals and ensure pets' rabies vaccinations are current.

Austin anticipates near-record temperatures with highs up to 98 degrees and a heat index of 106, with minimal relief expected overnight. A slight cooldown is expected over the weekend, and potential rain early next week.

A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a vehicle in Del Valle on Tuesday night; the identity of the deceased has not been released as investigations continue.

Four middle school students were arrested in Bastrop after escalating a fake threat against their school on social media. They face misdemeanor charges for not reporting the false image.

Police seek suspects after a home invasion and shooting on Jimmy Clay Drive; a victim was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, and the APD continues to investigate.

Barton Springs Pool in Austin reopens after urgent repairs to a hazardous pipe are completed, ensuring safety for swimmers and minimal disruption to the habitat of endangered salamanders.

The Austin Police Department provides crime prevention tips in response to burglaries targeting the Indian and South Asian communities, especially during cultural festivities.