UT Austin Ph.D. candidate Ryan Wallace died in a crash involving his car and a school bus, also killing a child, weeks before his dissertation presentation.

Austin's airport braces for a surge in travelers during the April 8 total solar eclipse, with the FAA warning of possible disruption and advisories issued for increased traffic and rental car challenges.

Austin Community College District offers over $1 million in scholarships with a May 1st application deadline. Fashion design student Billy Fairley benefited, receiving aid for his studies and a sewing machine.

Arthur Jackson has been appointed as Chief Economic Development Officer for Cedar Park. He begins on April 15, 2024, bringing experience from Tulsa and the Austin Chamber.

Jenn Tran becomes the first Asian American lead on "The Bachelorette," following her top six finish on "The Bachelor." Her season begins filming immediately.

Cirque du Soleil teams up with Universal Music Group Nashville for a new country-themed show "Songblazers" debuting in Austin in August, featuring a song by Sam Williams.

Austin's city manager candidates Sara Hensley and T.C. Broadnax discussed public safety, homelessness, and transparency at a town hall, indicating high community interest.

Austin, Texas, reported a slight rise in unemployment to 3.7% in February, yet job growth continues with the city adding 16,000 new jobs and maintaining a lower unemployment rate than state and national levels.

A man in his 60s was fatally shot at Community First! Village, a Texas sanctuary for the homeless. Two suspects were detained shortly after the incident, which authorities describe as an isolated event with no threat to the community.

The Amazon Prime remake "Road House" featuring Jake Gyllenhaal falls short on storytelling, despite his impressive physical transformation for the role.

A rollover traffic collision at Toomey Road and South Lamar Boulevard in Austin resulted in non-life-threatening injuries for two adults, causing significant traffic delays.

William Byron won the pole position for the NASCAR race at COTA, aiming to improve on his fifth place from last year and break the trend of polesitters not winning at this track.

Travis County Sheriff Sally Hernandez defends her support for Counsel at First Appearance (CAFA) against criticisms, highlighting challenges like outdated facilities and plumbing issues at the Central Booking Facility.