Austin weather: Central Texas braces for heavy rain this week
Travis County and much of Texas are bracing for heavy rain starting Wednesday night and continuing until Friday.
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Texas lawmakers discuss power to impeach Travis County District Attorney José Garza, other 'rouge DAs'
Texas lawmakers let out frustration against the Travis County District Attorney Office in a tense committee hearing on Wednesday afternoon.
Old San Antonio Road, Puryear Road closure planned
Starting Monday, Travis County will begin construction at the intersection of Old San Antonio Road and Puryear Road near the Hays County line. Crews will add a new westbound to northbound right turn lane and widen the southwest corner to improve safety. Officials warn that the in...
Five treated after suspected overdoses near Sixth Street; APD warns of possible bad batch
Austin-Travis County EMS treated five adults who appeared to be overdosing on an opioid near Shakespeare's Pub early Wednesday, as Sixth Street bars were closin...
"12 hours a day:" West Austin neighbors fed up with Loop 360 construction noise
In the Courtyard neighborhood of west Austin, residents say they’re living with near‑constant drilling, dust and vibrations from construction happening just feet from their homes....
Travis County approves Central Health tax rate increase for mental health investments
If you live in Travis County, you are part of the Central Health Hospital District, which makes up part of your property tax bill.
New recording studio celebrating grand opening in west Austin
While Austin is famous for its presence of live music and festivals, it's also home to plenty of spaces that house the production and creation side of music. Another space like that is coming to west Austin and celebrating its grand opening on Wednesday....
Central Health considers raising Travis County taxes for mental health resources
New revenue may benefit care for those in crisis, but some local leaders worry about an impact on taxpayers.
Former assistant principal cleared by jury in child indecency trial
On Thursday, a Travis County jury unanimously found Aaron Freeman not guilty of the charge of indecency of a child by sexual contact.
Man sentenced to 60 years in prison for fatal 2023 hatchet attack
A Travis County jury on Friday sentenced Brian Davis, 43, to 60 years in prison after convicting him of murder in the 2023 killing of a man with a "battleaxe-st...
New Austin STEM Center opens with hands-on learning experiences
A new nonprofit STEM center in northwest Austin is now open, offering robotics, engineering, maker activities and hands-on learning opportunities.
Former Texas lottery director accused of defrauding players appears in Travis County court
It was the first time Grief was seen in public since Texas lawmakers accused him of defrauding players in an April 2023 Lotto Texas drawing that resulted in one entity winning $95 million....
Four-vehicle collision results in diesel spill near Pflugerville
The Travis County Sheriff's Office responded to a four-vehicle collision Saturday evening that resulted in a large diesel spill in Northeast Austin near Pfluger...
One dead, one critically injured after shooting near Pflugerville
One person is dead and another is critically injured after a shooting at a home in Travis County near Pflugerville Wednesday evening.Travis County Sheriff's Off...
Protesters urge Travis County DA to charge officers in fatal shooting of 17-year-old
Demonstrators gathered outside the Travis County District Attorney’s Office, calling on District Attorney Jose Garza to bring criminal charges against the offic...
Five people brought to land safely after East Austin water rescue
Austin-Travis County EMS stated Sunday evening that they were responding to a
Body recovered from Lake Travis following recovery mission
The Travis County Sheriff's Office announced Sunday that a deceased person was located in Lake Travis following a water rescue turned recovery mission Saturday....
Officials search for missing swimmer in lake in Leander
Austin-Travis County EMS responded to reports of a missing swimmer in a Lago Vista lake Saturday afternoon.ATCEMS responded to the incident at around noon, alo...
Travis County DA seeks to void juror compensation order in dismissed Chody, Nassour case
The Travis County District Attorney's Office filed a motion Thursday asking a judge to revoke a juror compensation order issued in the case against former Willi...
Eanes ISD community mourns death of Westlake High graduate in Hill Country flooding
Eanes ISD community mourns death of Westlake High graduate in Hill Country floodingThe Eanes ISD community is mourning the loss of a longtime Westlake High Scho...
Second suspect surrenders in deadly NE Austin nightclub shooting
The second suspect wanted in connection with a double homicide outside a Northeast Austin nightclub has turned himself in, according to the Travis County Sherif...
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Bare Cabaret shooting: Victim's father speaks out
“A parent’s worst nightmare": A father is speaking out after losing his 19-year-old daughter in a shooting outside a Travis County cabaret over July 4th weekend....
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...
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....
Texas weather: Austin-Travis County EMS warns people of dangers of heat
Austin-Travis County EMS is warning people of the dangers of heat.
Man sentenced to 18 years related to deadly 2024 shooting
A Travis County judge sentenced a man June 2026 to 18 years in jail in connection with a 2024 deadly shooting.
Former Travis County employees indicted after investigation into criminal activity
A Travis County grand jury has indicted three people, including two former county tax office employees, following an investigation into a vehicle registration scheme that operated directly out of the county billing system for more than three years....
20 aircraft owners owe nearly $2M in delinquent Travis County taxes
According to the Travis County Tax Office, 20 aircraft owners owe a combined $1.98 million in delinquent taxes.
Travis County DA considers reducing capital murder charge for man accused of killing deputy
If convicted, a man accused of killing a law enforcement officer might have the chance to eventually get out of prison.
Former Travis County tax office employees indicted for alleged fraud scheme
Two former Travis County tax office employees and an outside coordinator were indicted by a grand jury related to their charge of engaging in an organized criminal activity....
Travis County Cares flood relief fund faces scrutiny as recipients question distribution
Months after the July 2025 floods tore through areas along Sandy and Cow creeks in northwest Travis County, some residents who applied for recovery help say the...
Memorial honors Sandy Creek flood victims one year later
Attendees reflected on the tragedy and honored those who died when floodwaters surged through the Sandy Creek area of northwest Travis County one year ago....
TCSO investigating double homicide outside of northeast Austin strip club
The Travis County Sheriff's Office said it was investigating a double homicide that occurred outside of a strip club in northeast Austin overnight.
Travis County bridges face unique post-flood challenges
The flood of July 2025 caused the complete destruction of the FM 1431 bridge at Cow Creek and the Big Sandy Creek bridge to be moved about a foot, cutting off access for residents and drivers in the weeks following the flood....
Travis County DA drops case against ex-Williamson sheriff, attorney after ruling
The Travis County District Attorney’s Office said it will not prosecute former Williamson County Sheriff Robert Chody and former county attorney Jason Nassour a...
Austin-Travis County 911 operators to receive new headsets
Austin-Travis County EMS dispatchers are getting new headsets. This comes after using the same for nearly a decade and having audio issues.
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Almost 200 flood-related calls to Travis County 911 were made on July 5; Hear the man who made the first
Marion Hanson made the first flood-related call to 911 in Travis County on July 5, 2025, according to a call log KXAN obtained through a Texas Public Information Act request....
Travis County moves to dismiss cases against former Wilco Sheriff and county attorney
The Travis County District Attorney’s Office has dismissed charges against former Williamson County Sheriff Robert Chody and Assistant Williamson County Attorney Jason Nassour following a prolonged legal battle over evidence in their cases, which stemmed from the 2019 custodial d...
DA drops cases against former Williamson County sheriff, attorney in Javier Ambler case
The Travis County District Attorney's Office has dismissed evidence tampering cases against former Williamson County Sheriff Robert Chody and former Assistant W...
Travis County DA to dismiss cases against former Wilco sheriff, assistant county attorney
The Travis County District Attorney's office says it will be dismissing charges against former Williamson County Sheriff Robert Chody and former assistant Williamson County Attorney Jason Nassour....
Man allegedly shot, killed sister's boyfriend after argument: Travis County Sheriff's Office
"Multiple other witnesses...stated that White walked towards Crawford and threw a punch at him when Crawford pulled out a handgun and shot him."
Man sentenced to 70 years in prison for 2024 Austin murder
A Travis County jury has convicted a man of murder in a deadly shooting that took place at a north Austin apartment in 2024, officials said.
Travis County officials seek answers on proposed Highway 71 resort development
A proposed entertainment, hotel and residential resort along a stretch of Highway 71 could bring a major new development to the area, but local officials and en...
Body recovered from Lake Travis after swimmer goes missing Friday
The body of a man was recovered from Lake Travis on Saturday after he went underwater and did not resurface, the Travis County Sheriff's Office said.Deputies wi...
1 dead after overnight shooting in Austin’s Colony
The Travis County Sheriff’s Office said it was investigating a homicide early Saturday morning in Austin’s Colony.
'People are still scared': What's going on with Travis County's flood siren efforts?
One year after catastrophic floods claimed the lives of more than 130 people across Central Texas, much focus has been put on early warnings systems, and more specifically sirens....
Travis County Judge reflects on anniversary of deadly flooding, county's response
Travis County Judge Andy Brown said the road to recovery continues, now nearly one year after the deadly floods that tore through Central Texas and the Hill Cou...
One year after the floods: Inside Austin's Agenda explores the aftermath in Travis County
On Thursday's episode of Inside Austin's Agenda, host Grace Reader explores the aftermath of devastating flash floods that claimed the lives of more than 130 people across Central Texas nearly one year ago....
The calls from the Kerr County Floods: What 911 calls reveal one year later
This week on Inside the Investigation, Investigative Reporter Grace Reader explains what she heard on the 911 call recordings obtained by KXAN, including the very first of the nearly 200 calls received by Travis County dispatch during the flood event. For many callers, these reco...
Travis County's public defender shortage 'years in the making'
The 20% of defendants who need a public defender must wait until one is available, potentially pausing proceedings for years.
Travis County DA warns residents of phone scam impersonating staff
The Travis County District Attorney’s Office has received four reports from residents who said they were contacted by someone claiming to work for the district attorney’s office....