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Austin police released a photo and case numbers as detectives seek tips after several window‑peeping reports tied to a home on Avenue C. The suspect is described as a white male driving a white Prius.
Austin police are expanding a year‑round 'No Refusal' DWI enforcement plan that empowers faster blood‑warrant requests and boosts late‑night patrols.
A fatal crash closed RM 2243 in Leander overnight; the roadway reopened before 3 a.m. and police have released few details.
Community & Society in ...
PfISD released 12 draft scenarios that could close several elementary and middle schools as it confronts a projected $18.3M shortfall. Meetings and an online survey are underway.
Food & Drinks in ...
Chef Ling Qi Wu is opening Holly Wu, a namesake restaurant, on West Sixth in Austin while a Cedar Park site moves through permitting. The project is being led by family members.
A 19-year-old woman was arrested after allegedly carjacking a delivery driver on W. 7th and crashing the stolen vehicle downtown; the delivery worker suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
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A cold front will move through Austin around midday. Showers and thunderstorms are likely with heavy downpours and an isolated large-hail threat.
Sno‑Beach’s purple trailer is back at 412 Sterzing St, serving house‑made snow‑cone flavors including Tiger’s Blood as the season opens.
Emmer & Rye rebranded Lefty's Brick Bar at Arrive Austin as Lefty's Day & Night, adding morning coffee, a full food program, wellness classes and a new cocktail slate.
Hutto police responded Friday to an active incident in the 100 block of Gray Fox Loop. Authorities say there is no danger and asked residents to avoid the area.
A DPS academy recruit was arrested in Austin and charged with sexual assault of a UT student; court records and a Texas Rangers affidavit detail the allegations and evidence.
Muggy Friday with highs near 84°F and gusty south winds. Heavy showers and thunderstorms likely Saturday into next week.
Retail & Industry in ...
LazyDaze pairs Ethiopian coffee with hemp at a South Austin coffeeshop, citing lab tests and state hemp rules as it expands beyond Austin.
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