Starting May 7, 2025, a REAL ID will be required for U.S. air travel, now featuring a deadline extension to allow for better preparation and implementation.

An adult motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash on Lime Creek Road near Lake Travis, and emergency services responded to the scene. The cause is under investigation.

CapMetro offers free transit on New Year's Eve in Austin to promote safe celebrations, with extended rail service and rerouted buses due to fireworks events.

CBS Austin will air the "Burnt Orange Blitz" sports special on Tuesday to preview the Texas Longhorns vs. Arizona State Sun Devils Peach Bowl quarterfinal.

TDEM activates additional wildfire resources in response to increased risk in Texas, deploying firefighters, equipment, and aircraft to support local efforts.

CBS Austin and WUOT remember President Jimmy Carter as an "international hero" and detail his commitment to democracy, transparency, peace, and post-presidential humanitarian work.

A vehicle hit and killed a pedestrian in Austin; the driver fled the scene. It's the city's 94th fatal traffic event this year. Police are seeking information.

GasBuddy predicts a third year of falling gas prices in 2025, potentially saving Americans $12 billion. Despite possible volatility, a seasonal spike is expected in the spring.

An apartment fire in south Austin on New Year's Eve displaced residents and sent three to the hospital, with smoke detectors credited for safe evacuations.

A fire at a north Austin apartment complex hospitalized four people, displaced nine, and prompted an investigation into its cause. Local services are assisting the victims.

A single-vehicle crash in Austin on December 26th resulted in the death of Abraham Cantu. This marks the city's 93rd fatal crash in 2021. The APD is investigating the incident.

A lawsuit to stop Austin from collecting taxes for Project Connect was dismissed amidst allegations of taxpayer deception and a scaled-down transit plan.

Texas AG Ken Paxton has obtained a court ruling preventing the Biden Administration from discarding border wall materials until President-elect Trump takes office.