Recent polls show Democrats gaining ground in the Texas Senate race, with Rep. Colin Allred trailing Sen. Ted Cruz by a narrowing margin. Democrats are hopeful despite Texas' long history of Republican dominance.

Austin unveils a monument honoring the historic 1968 Economy Furniture Company Strike, celebrating labor rights and Hispanic political representation.

Repairs at Barton Springs Pool are underway after leaks were found, with no reopening date set as the city focuses on safety and environmental concerns.

Austin faces persistent high heat, with temperatures reaching 97 degrees and heat index up to 104. No significant change is expected throughout the week, with a slight chance of rain by the weekend.

An Austin man was sentenced to 15 years for arson and planting explosives due to disapproval of his son's relationship.

Elon Musk donated $650,000 to prevent DA José Garza's reelection in Texas, funding aggressive campaign tactics, but Garza won the primary by over 30 points.

Austin is experiencing a heatwave with high temperatures around 99 degrees and minimal rain chances. Nights may bring slight relief, but the hot, dry weather is forecasted to persist.

A 29-year-old was arrested for threatening Hill Elementary School in Austin; he is being held on $100,000 bond for a terroristic threat. Increased police presence reassured parents despite heightened concerns.

Austin welcomes new Japanese dining options: Machi Sushi, the all-you-can-eat sushi spot in South Austin, and Oumi, an upcoming Japanese buffet by Stephen Lin's team, set to open in 2025.

Austin Police are investigating a deadly crash that occurred Friday night on Ben White Boulevard in southeast Austin, leading to temporary road closures.

Burnet County residents are concerned about the environmental and public health impacts of a proposed rock-crushing plant near Camp Longhorn. They fear harm to ecosystems, water sources, and air quality.

A man was arrested by a task force for a 2021 homicide in South Austin after a lengthy investigation. He is accused of fatally stabbing Nikolas Martinez.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's HAAP is calling for proposals to improve freshwater fishing and access in Texas, with a funding deadline from Sept 16 to Mar 31.