The Austin Police Department seeks public help to solve an August 17 aggravated assault outside an H-E-B supermarket. Suspects in a white sedan opened fire at people, and witnesses can anonymously report tips, possibly earning a $1,000 reward.

Austin expects a sunny and hot week with highs near 91 degrees, while Hurricane Francine impacts the Gulf Coast, bringing limited effects such as increased humidity and a slight chance of showers to the area.

Torchy's Tacos seeks permission to sell alcohol at its South Congress location, with proposed restricted hours to respect nearby school proximity, while also rolling out new menu items chain-wide.

Austin Fire Dept. tackled a fire at abandoned buildings on South Congress & East Dittmar Road, quickly extinguishing it with no injuries reported. Cause under investigation.

A fatal crash on State Highway 71 near Highway 290 in Austin caused both directions of the highway to be shut down, leading to significant traffic disruptions.

Vice President Harris and former President Trump are set to have their first presidential debate at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia without an audience.

A dice game in southeast Austin led to an argument and fatal shooting of Steve Gonzalez. Suspect Martin Tovar fled but was charged with murder. This is Austin's 43rd homicide of the year.

A cement truck fire on North MoPac in North Austin was extinguished without injuries, but caused traffic delays and the need for a specialized tow truck.

Lisa Davis becomes Austin's new Police Chief; APD promises to publish crime clearance rates after being criticized for not sharing these important statistics, which indicate a department's effectiveness in solving crimes.

A cyclist was killed in a collision on South Congress Avenue in Austin, marking the city's 61st fatal crash this year. The driver cooperated with the investigation; police are seeking witnesses.

The article describes the sunny and increasingly warm weather forecast for Austin with a high near 92 degrees, and notes the minimal impact of Tropical Storm Francine on the area, bringing only increased humidity and isolated showers.

Julie K. Kotrla charged with Collision Causing Death after fatally hitting pedestrian Tony Almanza in South Austin.

Barbs B Q in Lockhart was named one of Bon Appétit's best new restaurants of 2024, featuring a unique blend of Mexican-American and South Texas barbecue flavors.