Oregon ‘mega-mansion’ sits unfinished 30 years later
For some 30 years, locals and boaters along a popular spot on the Willamette River have been staring at a 50,000-plus square foot home, unsure of what to think.
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Charlie Kirk murder: Suspect Tyler Robinson declines to testify at preliminary hearing, will resume Sept. 1
The week-long preliminary hearing for the man accused of killing Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk concluded Friday with prosecutors presenting evidence against Tyler Robinson to proceed to a trial. Robinson declined to testify at the hearing.
Bicyclist dies 3 days after central Austin hit-and-run, police search for suspect
Austin Police said a man riding a bicycle died Wednesday after being hit by a vehicle early Sunday morning.
The Latest: Testimony concludes in pre-trial hearing in Charlie Kirk killing
A weeklong preliminary hearing is done for now in the case of the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Prosecutors aimed to show they have enough evidence against Tyler Robinson to proceed to a trial. The 23-year-old Robinson decided not to testify in the hearing. He's charged with aggr...
Travis County gentlemen's club shooting: Suspects, victims identified
Travis County law enforcement has identified two people killed in a shooting outside a gentlemen's club over July 4th weekend. Two men have been identified as suspects and charged in their deaths.
NASA chief confirms agency has unexplained UFO imagery: 'We don't know what it is'
NASA chief Jared Isaacson has confirmed that the space agency has taken images of objects that remain unknown, which could be classified as UFOs.
Weekend rain & cooler temps continue through next week
The weekend has arrived and it's bringing rain and a nice little drop in temperatures that should last through next week. - Freddy Vela
Oregon woman's 1993 death reclassified as homicide, cold case reopened
More than 30 years after Astrid Bridges was found dead in her Gresham, Oregon, home, authorities have reopened the case after the Medical Examiner's Office reclassified her death from an accident to a homicide.
APD working to identify man killed in crash on US-290 service road on Thursday
Austin police are working to identify a man killed in a single vehicle crash in northeast Austin on Thursday.At around 12:32 p.m., APD officers responded to the
Affidavit: Blood-stained hand swipe linked suspect to SE Austin fatal stabbing
A woman arrested and charged with murder in the stabbing death of a man in Southeast Austin was linked to the crime scene by a "blood-stained hand swipe" on a w
Passenger partially sucked out of plane after ‘window dislodged in-flight’
A passenger on board a flight from Greece to Germany was reportedly partially sucked out of a window when it broke mid-flight.
Oregon ‘mega-mansion’ sits unfinished 30 years later
For some 30 years, locals and boaters along a popular spot on the Willamette River have been staring at a 50,000-plus square foot home, unsure of what to think.
How to stop new Meta AI model from using your Instagram pics
The new model automatically includes public profiles to be used in generative AI creations.
Trump tells reporter she'll be killed if Iran strikes Air Force One: 'If I go, you go'
President Donald Trump on Wednesday told a reporter aboard Air Force One that she would also be killed if Iran struck the jet, as tensions rise once again between the U.S. and Tehran.
Video shows daycare worker tossing child in air, dropping him
The boy is still experiencing symptoms from the traumatic brain injury, including loss of hearing, according to the complaint.
2 mosquito traps in San Marcos test positive for West Nile Virus
Two mosquito trap samples collected in San Marcos on Tuesday tested positive for West Nile Virus, according to a release from Hays County.
APD identifies bicyclist killed in hit-and-run in central Austin on Sunday
APD has identified a bicyclist killed in a hit-and-run on Sunday in central Austin.
Kia recalls over 460k Telluride SUVs again after previous recall failed to fix fire risk
Kia’s latest recall covers certain 2020-2024 model year Telluride SUVs manufactured between 2019 and 2024.
$360K Chihuly glass sculpture installation underway in Round Rock, opens to public July 15
Round Rock's City Arts Center will soon have, according to city leaders, the only Dale Chihuly sculpture permanently installed in Central Texas.
Affidavit: Man charged after assaulting woman with a handgun on Sixth Street
A 22-year-old man is facing an aggravated assault charge after APD says he struck a woman in the head with a handgun on Sixth Street in May.The arrest affidavit
Missing South Carolina girl's remains may never be fully recovered: 'Simply not possible'
Authorities say it is unlikely they will ever recover all of the remains of 4-year-old Javeayah Harris after investigators determined her parents allegedly used corrosive chemicals and other tools to destroy evidence following her death.
TCSO identifies both suspects and two killed in NE Austin nightclub parking lot shooting
The Travis County Sheriff's Office has identified both the suspects and the two people killed ina shooting early Sunday in the parking lot of a Northeast Austi
Weekend in Austin: Fan drive, Orion 224 performing, and Yoga at Zilker
This weekend in Austin will bring a chance of rain, a performance by Orion 224 at Far Out Lounge, the KXAN Fan Drive for box fans, free yoga at Zilker, a Park Clean Up, and the Beyond the Call fundraiser for the Austin Firefighter Relief and Outreach Fund.
Watch: Lake Tahoe man sprays repellent at charging bear outside his cabin
A Lake Tahoe man got quite the surprise on July 4 after he encountered a bear outside his cabin.
Chinese restaurant in California goes viral for strict kids policy
A restaurant in the San Francisco Bay Area is going viral after a screenshot of its policy toward diners with children was posted — and largely applauded — online.
Forever stamps getting pricier this weekend — and it's likely not the last price hike
You may want to stock up on Forever stamps now.
Travis County DA refiles motion to dismiss Chody, Nassour cases in Javier Ambler case
The Travis County District Attorney's Office refiled its motion Friday to dismiss criminal cases against former Williamson County Sheriff Robert Chody and forme
MAP: Where have Austin's fatal crashes occurred in 2026?
KXAN is keeping track of the number of traffic fatalities in the City of Austin in 2026. An interactive map shows where those crashes have occurred.
Man out on bond given probation following arrest in separate crime
A man was given five years' deferred adjudication June 11 in connection with a fatal January 2025 shooting investigation.
Austin Fourth of July enforcement leads to 3 DWI arrests and 38 citations
Police made three DWI arrests and issued dozens of citations and warnings during a stepped-up enforcement effort over the Fourth of July holiday period, the Aus
Temperatures, rain totals, severe storms: Explore Austin's 2026 weather data
KXAN has created charts and graphics to help you keep track of whatever weather 2026 brings.
Cuisinart recalls more than 12,000 gas grills over shattering glass hazard
The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced that the new recall covers Cuisinart Propel+ Four Burner 3-in-1 Gas Grills sold in stores and online between 2024 and 2026.
Two Hays County mosquito traps test positive for West Nile Virus
Two mosquito trap samples collected in San Marcos have tested positive for West Nile virus, marking the first detections of the season in Hays County, health of
West Nile in Texas: Hays County mosquito traps test positive
West Nile has been detected in Hays County for the first time this year.
Iran recently plotted to kill Trump, per Israel
“I’m No. 1 on the kill list for Iran."
Live updates: How to participate in the 2026 Family Eldercare Summer Fan Drive
Today's the day! The 36th annual Family Eldercare Summer Fan Drive, sponsored by KXAN and Roger Beasley Mazda, kicked off this morning. This year, our goal is raise $100,000 and collect 1,000 fans.
Costco quietly discontinues award-winning Kirkland item fans call 'one of the best' in the market
Costco is quietly discontinuing two Kirkland Signature craft beers, including an award-winning brew fans have called "one of the best lagers on the market."
Arizona toddler found alive in hospital morgue after being declared dead
An 18-month-old Gilbert boy was found breathing in a hospital morgue nearly five hours after being declared dead following a pool incident.
Immigrant killed by ICE was not target of operation, Congress member says
The 52-year-old Houston man fatally shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent earlier this week was not the target of the agency’s operation, sai
County judge candidates agree: Williamson County autopsies need reform
Deaths in Williamson County continue to be investigated by justices of the peace, and both candidates for county judge admit the system needs reform.
Cruz: Talarico has ‘real chance’ to beat Paxton in Senate race
Talarico’s campaign contributions are more than triple what Paxton’s campaign raised from April through June.