Eleven dead dogs were found in a South Austin creek, leading to a community vigil and an ongoing police investigation into the suspected animal cruelty.

Manny’s deli and Powder Room cocktail lounge open in downtown Austin, offering a mix of classic and inventive sandwiches, vegan options, and tableside mixology in a space designed with Art Deco and mid-century touches.

A man in Southeast Austin allegedly murdered his father, Jesse Rivera Jr., who was found with stab wounds and head trauma. The son, Jesse Anthony Rivera, is charged with murder.

The O. Henry Museum in Austin, Texas, prepares for the 47th Annual Pun-Off World Championships, a free event featuring verbal wordplay, pun contests, live music, and a fundraiser for the museum.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has been named to the TIME100 list for 2024, recognized for his influence, particularly in border control and economic growth.

Austin is set for diverse weather, including strong storms and heavy rainfall, with a forecasted warm spell followed by a cool down as the week progresses.

ABoR endorses a plan to allow smaller homes on subdivided lots in Austin, aiming to increase affordability amid rising home prices, a strategy that's met with both support and skepticism.

Austin Community College's South Austin Campus evacuated after bomb threat; officials respond with emergency protocols and police investigate. Other campuses remain open.

Austin faces a $3.5 million current deficit and a projected $13 million deficit for FY 2025. Economic challenges and limited revenue options pressure the city's budget.

Manos de Cristo, a non-profit in Austin, provides affordable dental care and other essential services to the underserved, assisting about 30,000 people annually.

A body was found in Lady Bird Lake in Austin, and police are investigating with no current threat to the public suspected. Investigations are routine even if deaths appear non-suspicious, and the police are withholding details pending investigations.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission has updated hunting regulations for the 2024-25 game bird season, including changes to goose and turkey hunting rules and expanded youth-only seasons.

Austin Independent School District is updating its policy on e-cigarettes, focusing on education over punishment for students caught vaping, with repeated offenses leading to more severe consequences.