A century‑old two‑story building at 809 Congress Avenue near the Texas Capitol has been approved for demolition, raising fresh questions about downtown preservation. City permits and historic‑review rules will shape what happens next.

Mountain Mike's opened its first Central Texas location in Manor, bringing a buffet, arcade and big screens to the U.S. 290 corridor. The franchisee says more Austin-area restaurants are planned.

A San Marcos man pleaded guilty to three counts of aggravated sexual assault of a child and was sentenced to 30 years after prosecutors said the abuse took place over multiple years. The Hays County DA praised the victim's bravery.

A small plane made an emergency landing on U.S. 290 west of Circle Drive Wednesday; no injuries were reported but major delays are expected. Crews remain on scene.

Maroon 5 and Post Malone will headline the 2026 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix in Austin; Friday and Saturday concerts are included with race tickets.

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.

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.

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.

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.