Austin Fire Crews Battle Vacant House Blaze, Two Firefighters Briefly Trapped in Collapse
A house fire in south Austin led to two firefighters being trapped after a roof collapsed. While one sustained minor injuries, the fire, which occurred in an unoccupied house undergoing renovations, is under investigation.
Austin Psychologist Analyzes Notorious Abuse in Gypsy Rose Blanchard's Case Ahead of Parole Hearing
Psychologist Dr. John Fabian assesses Gypsy Rose Blanchard, a victim of severe Munchausen by proxy, deeming her unexpectedly normal post-release. Detective Weber seeks law changes to tackle medical child abuse.
City of Austin Touts Flood Mitigation Wins, Storm Drains Cleared and Erosion Halted in Watershed Protection Efforts
The City of Austin Watershed Protection Department reports significant progress in flood mitigation, storm drain cleaning, erosion control, and pollution prevention, as detailed on their website.
Austin Battens Down as Arctic Front Ushers in Plunging Temperatures, Gusty Winds and Potential Heavy Rains
An Arctic front brought a significant drop in temperature to Austin, TX, with gusty winds and a low around 23 degrees. The weekend forecast indicates clouds and potential showers, with a chance of thunderstorms and heavy rainfall into Monday.
New Affordable Housing Community Opens in North Austin, Offering Respite in Tight Housing Market
The new affordable housing community, The James on Grand Avenue, opens in North Austin, offering 275 units for families with incomes at or below 60% of the median, alongside amenities like a pool and after-school programs.












