Rancher Hat Bar has opened a South Congress storefront with a walk-in custom hat bar, walk-ins and private booking options at 1400 S. Congress Ave.

An affidavit unsealed Friday links a suspect to the April killing of Joshua Williams in northwest Austin. Authorities say two shooters fired dozens of rounds; one man is jailed and police are seeking video.

Upper-90s heat returns to Austin Saturday with heat-index values near 105°F and gusty south winds.

APD released surveillance images and video after a machete robbery at the Walgreens on Guadalupe. Detectives are asking the public for tips; rewards may be available.

Mayor Mike Snyder confirmed Jason's Deli will join a Sprouts-anchored retail center at the northeast corner of SH‑130 and Highway 79 in Hutto; an opening date has not been announced.

A $3.07M TSIF grant will back Quantum Global's new Austin services hub, promising 287 jobs and more than $43M in investment.

FOX 7 reports child sexual abuse material was found on Raul Meza’s phone. The discovery could lead to an additional criminal charge amid ongoing murder cases.

Mid-to-upper 90s this week with heat-index values near or above 100°F. City cooling centers and safety tips available.

Founders Table bought Austin-born Hopdoddy and plans to expand the chain via licensing and nontraditional locations while promoting Kenny Jett to president.

Moody Tongue Sushi will stage a summer residency at The Loren in Austin from July 2 through October, pairing craft beers with elevated sushi and specialty martinis.

Austin police will livestream an 11 a.m. briefing Wednesday on the June 17 death of Francesca Ortiz at Waters at Bluff Springs; detectives are urging anyone with footage to call the homicide tip line.

The family of a 16‑year‑old shot in October 2025 has sued former APD officer James McKinney and the City of Austin, alleging unconstitutional use of force and seeking over $1 million. The suit says the teen will need ongoing medical care.

UT Austin engineers turned a hydrogel textile into a jacket that harvests drinkable water from the air — tests show survival-scale yields and a path toward commercialization.