Austin Community College District expects a record number of graduates, over 6,700 for the academic year, with a spring commencement ceremony set for May 17 at the H-E-B Center.

A rockslide near Austin's Pennybacker Bridge closed Loop 360 late Thursday but resulted in no injuries or damages, with the road reopened by 2 a.m. Friday.

Conflict in the Middle East is causing shipping delays and increased costs for Texas restaurants, which anticipate higher prices for supplies during a busy season of events.

A man was fatally shot in a Travis County parking lot, prompting a manhunt for the suspect seen fleeing in a white truck. Authorities believe the incident is isolated, with no ongoing threat.

Austin, Texas is experiencing an overdose outbreak, with authorities reporting numerous cases and distributing Narcan to combat opioid overdose symptoms. Two suspects have been detained in connection with distributing laced drugs.

Advocates for both sides of the Israel-Hamas conflict addressed the Austin City Council, seeking support for a cease-fire resolution or urging neutrality. This follows recent UT protests and debates over APD's role in law enforcement on campus.

UT-Austin and Texas State University saw differing responses to pro-Palestinian protests, with UT-Austin experiencing a stricter police intervention affecting students during finals.

Police in Austin arrest two individuals, Johnny Lee Wright and Brandi Brite, tied to a series of overdoses in the city, with crack cocaine mixed with fentanyl seized during the operation.

Joel Gonzalez-Pavon was sentenced to 35 years for the murder of Josue Moreno and other crimes, with concurrent sentences for aggravated robbery, assault, and indecency with a child in Austin.

Governor Greg Abbott expands Texas' disaster declaration to 59 additional counties due to severe weather and flooding, urging caution and support for affected communities.

The TCSO responded to CAIR's allegations regarding detainees' religious rights, outlining their procedures to accommodate religious needs and their commitment to respect such rights.

Austin faces a stormy forecast with thunderstorms expected through the weekend, starting today with a 30% chance of afternoon storms. Severe weather with hail and strong winds is possible, with conditions continuing into Saturday and Sunday.

Jacob's Well suspends 2024 summer swimming due to low water levels, though other activities remain open. This follows previous closures and concerns for the site's ecological and economic future.