A fire near Highway 95 in Bastrop County, named the "Mouse Fire," prompted evacuations but was 90% contained by Saturday evening, with firefighters addressing remnant flare-ups.

Austin Police investigate a homicide by I-35 and MLK Jr. Blvd near UT Austin campus, where a Hispanic man was fatally shot. One person of interest is in custody; public safety is not at risk.

Xavier Worthy, a Chiefs wide receiver, was arrested on an assault charge involving impeding someone's breathing. He remains in custody, and his team is gathering information.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport saw a 5.38% drop in January 2025 passenger traffic compared to the previous year; some airlines experienced gains, while overall cargo shipments decreased by 12.14%.

Bastrop County deputies seized over $75,000 worth of fentanyl, arresting two individuals during a traffic stop on SH-71. The narcotics were found with K9 assistance.

Texas DPS increases road patrols for Spring Break and St. Patrick's Day to ensure safety and sobriety on the roads from March 8-17, with efforts such as Operation CARE.

Austin, Texas, and Greater Manchester, England have signed a Friendship Cities Agreement to promote international collaboration in sectors like economy, arts, and technology.

Fog and mist in Austin with high humidity and visibility at 4 miles; temperatures to rise from 69°F to near 80°F. Winds could gust up to 25 mph. Clear night ahead with a low of 43°F.

A Mexican national with a prior child indecency conviction was arrested for allegedly re-entering the U.S. illegally. He could face up to 10 years in prison if found guilty.

Former Llano County librarian Suzette Baker settled her wrongful termination lawsuit over her refusal to remove books on race and LGBTQ+ themes from the library.

Mexican national Federico De Los Rios Rios pleaded guilty to drug smuggling, facing 10 years to life in prison after trying to smuggle fentanyl and cocaine into the US.

Samantha Demuchest was shot during a disturbance, leading to Irean Demuchest's arrest and a later murder charge after Samantha's death from the injury.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is preparing for a busy March with advice for travelers to arrive early for flights due to Spring Break and the Spring Festival Season.