Hurricane Isaias continues to strengthen overnight
Hurricane Hunter aircraft confirmed that Isaias strengthened into the first hurricane of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
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Severe storms sweep Texas as flooding prompts Abilene water rescue
Severe weather moving across Texas brought flooding to multiple areas Tuesday morning, including a water rescue in Abilene and reports of water on roadways from...
Heavy rain floods Hill Country as Central Texas faces overnight flood threat
The threat of flooding is increasing across Central Texas Thursday evening as a stalling cold front brings repeated rounds of heavy rain, while runoff from earl...
No. 1 Texas outlasts No. 14 Tennessee 20-17 in Knoxville
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The top-ranked Texas Longhorns knew just how to celebrate their latest win over Tennessee after their first visit to Neyland Stadium.Bre...
POLL: How brave are you on roller coasters?
COTALAND will celebrate its grand opening Saturday with a full day of festivities.The event at Circuit of the Americas kicks off with a 4 p.m. ribbon cutting,...
What to know about Austin ICE shooting and migrant deaths in Texas
Under President Donald Trump’s second administration, encounters with federal immigration agents have resulted in several shootings and more than a dozen people dying while in custody.An adult man in north Austin was th...
Taking CapMetro? Your fare could go up. Here's what’s being proposed
CapMetro is proposing its first systemwide fare increase since 2015, with fares set to rise beginning in 2027. Riders had a chance to weigh in Wednesday before...
Art From the Streets celebrates 35 years with Austin show supporting artists experiencing
More than 1,000 original works of art will fill Austin’s Blue Genie Art Bazaar this October, giving you a chance to take home a one-of-a-kind piece while direct...
Game, no ticket? How to join the Texas-Ohio State football frenzy in Austin for free
The Texas-Ohio State football game is officially completely sold out, but fans do not need a ticket to DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium to experience the biggest spor...
One year later, TX Republican redistricting advantage may not be as large as some expected
Over a year after Gov. Greg Abbott signed a new congressional district map into law, uncertainty is growing about how much of an advantage it will actually prov...
A look at what Flock cameras actually do as more Central Texas cities pull away
Local leaders are weighing the future of automated license plate readers as more Central Texas cities end or pause their use of Flock cameras.The debate over th...
Hays County wins $39 million for Centerpoint Road rail overpass project
SAN MARCOS, Texas (CBS Austin) — Hays County is moving forward with a major upgrade at a busy railroad crossing in San Marcos thanks to a federal grant of more...
Leander removes all Flock cameras, ends use of license plate reader system
Leander has become the latest Central Texas city to discontinue its use of Flock license plate reader cameras, taking down all of its cameras after a City Counc...
AUS expecting 35k+ passengers ahead of Labor Day weekend, asks travelers to arrive early
For a second day in a row, the Austin airport is asking departing passengers to arrive early, AUS expecting over 35,000 travelers to fly out of the Texas capita...
Motorcyclist suffers minor injuries in Mustang Ridge vehicle pursuit
A motorcyclist suffered minor injuries after a vehicle pursuit in Mustang Ridge Sunday evening.At around 5:49 p.m. Sunday, officers with the Mustang Ridge Poli...
From free pizza to a Ferris Wheel: Here's some events happening in Central Texas Aug 28-30
We made it to Friday! What are you up to this weekend?If you're not sure, here's a few things you can add to the agenda.Superhero Night at Dell DiamondCalling a...
Lunar Eclipse Thursday Night: The Science Behind the Blood Moon and How to See It
Tonight, a little after 11 PM, our moon will look a little different. A partial lunar eclipse is coming on Thursday night, August 27, 2026. The moon will begin...
Coordinates volunteers harvest more than 1,500 lbs of grapes during Hill Country harvest
Harvest season is underway in the Texas Hill Country, and dozens of volunteers recently got an early-morning look at what it takes to get grapes from the vineya...
Texas fights Minnesota extradition bid for ICE agent accused in Minneapolis shooting
A judge is expected to consider whether Christian Castro should remain in a Texas jail while the case moves forward.
Pflugerville turns off Flock license plate reader cameras over access concerns
Pflugerville has turned off its Flock license plate reader camera system after city officials said non-partner law enforcement agencies were able to access the...
Central Texas teenager begins Make-A-Wish journey after rare cancer, vision loss
A Central Texas teenager is beginning her Make-A-Wish journey after facing an ultra-rare form of cancer and significant vision loss.Eden, first experienced mino...
Thousands celebrate Austin Pride parade, organizers emphasize resistance message
Tens of thousands of Texans filled downtown Austin on Saturday night for the 36th annual Austin Pride celebration, with organizers emphasizing a message of resi...
Central Texas Weekend Check Aug. 21-23: Pride, K-pop, dinosaurs, cats, and more
Things to do around Central Texas | August 21–23* **K-POP DEMON HUNTERS MARKET — FRIDAY**K-Pop Demon Hunters fans can head to Ani’s Day & Night Friday from **7–...
Meet Austin's new anti-bullying bull, the new mascot for the Austin Gamblers
There's a new bull joining the Austin Gamblers, but you won't see this one trying to buck off a rider.Meet Ace, the Austin Gamblers' first-ever mascot.Ace made...
Texas lawmakers hear debate on data centers, transmission lines
The Texas House State Affairs Committee heard testimony weighing data centers and transmission lines to power them today.
No suspect in custody after SWAT situation at north Austin Super 8 hotel
No suspect is in custody after APD SWAT teams responded to a barricaded subject call at a hotel in north Austin Thursday morning.APD initially reported at aroun...
Lake Travis, Dripping Springs cancel football game following player's death
Lake Travis and Dripping Springs have canceled their varsity football game scheduled for next week as the Lake Travis community continues to mourn the death of...
Williamson County reports first human West Nile case of 2026
Williamson County has confirmed its first human case of West Nile virus this year.The Williamson County and Cities Health District said a resident in their 80s...
Austin Wildlife Rescue releases raccoon back into the wild after monthlong recovery
A raccoon that arrived at Austin Wildlife Rescue with "significant head trauma" has been released back into the wild after more than six weeks of care.The racco...
The Receipts: Residents question safety at Austin luxury tower
Residents at one of downtown Austin’s newest luxury towers say they are paying thousands of dollars a month while dealing with repeated power outages, cooling p...
Hays County Sheriff's Office, DPS investigating death of inmate at jail
The Hays County Sheriff's Office is investigating a custodial death that occurred at the Hays County Jail Sunday.According to a press release sent by the sheri...
Abbott threatens Dallas, Houston airports’ grant funds over Islamic washing facilities
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport canceled plans to install a facility commonly used for Islamic prayer after Gov. Greg Abbott on Friday threatened to wit...
Weekend Check: 3 things to do in Central Texas this weekend
Looking for weekend plans?With the last weekend of summer break upon us, here are three family-friendly events happening across Central Texas this weekend.Zilke...
Austin Gamblers bring 3-day PBR Gambler Days to Moody Center, tickets from $34
The Austin Gamblers are transforming Moody Center into the epicenter of Western entertainment on August 21-23. The Gamblers are serving up their fifth annual ho...
Delta to launch Austin's first nonstop service to Paris
Delta Air Lines will begin its first-ever transatlantic route from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport next year, launching daily nonstop service to Paris.Th...
Hays County confirms first human West Nile case of 2026
Hays County has recorded its first human case of West Nile virus this year, health officials announced.The Hays County Health Department said it was notified of...
Boil water notice remains in effect for parts of Manor as testing continues
A boil water notice remains in effect for several areas of Manor Wednesday night as the city waits for water quality testing results.
Texas AG seeks court's protection for surrogate, unborn baby with heart defect
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is seeking protection from a court for a surrogate and an unborn baby with a heart defect to ensure the child receives help....
Buc-ee's opens new San Marcos location as fans line up before dawn
Buc-ee's officially opened the doors of its newest Texas travel center Wednesday morning, drawing crowds of fans who lined up before dawn for the chance to be a...
Pflugerville lifts Stage 1 restrictions, restoring twice-weekly lawn watering schedule
Pflugerville water customers can once again water their lawns twice a week after the city lifted its Stage 1 water restrictions and returned to its year-round c...
Former Marine freed from Russian prison arrives in San Antonio
A U.S. Marine behind bars in Russia has been freed — and is now back on American soil.
Austin asks for public input on possible César Chávez Street name change
The City of Austin is asking residents to weigh in on whether one of the city’s most recognizable streets should get a new name. It is a change that could cost...
Big Tech claims it will comply with Abbott's data center rules
The fight over how Texas should regulate the rapid growth of data centers is intensifying at the Capitol, with Gov. Greg Abbott saying some of the biggest tech...
LIVE: Sen. Ted Cruz, Trump administration officials to tour Toyota’s San Antonio plant
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, Sen. Ted Cruz and acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling will tour Toyota’s San Antonio plant Tuesday, spotlighting a $3.6B investment and teasing a news conference with Texas leaders....
Austin to begin community meetings on renaming Cesar Chavez Street
Austin residents will get their first chance to weigh in on whether one of the city’s main roadways should be renamed as city leaders begin a series of communit...
Alamo Drafthouse Mueller renamed 'Matthew McConaughey Cinema'
Alamo Drafthouse honored Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey Monday night, renaming its Mueller location the "Matthew McConaughey Cinema" during a d...
Lockhart BBQ legend Roy Pérez retiring after 39 years at Kreuz Market
After nearly four decades tending the pits at one of Texas' most iconic barbecue joints, longtime Kreuz Market pitmaster Roy Pérez is hanging up his apron....
Austin tech leader Josh Baer honored for legacy of innovation, national security
Austin remembered one of the people who helped establish the city as a major hub for technology and innovation, honoring the late Josh Baer for a legacy that ex...
CapMetro workers reach tentative contract agreement, averting potential strike
A potential strike involving CapMetro transit workers has been averted after the union representing employees reached a tentative contract agreement with Keolis...
Trump criticizes Abbott moratorium on Texas data centers connecting to power grid
Gov. Greg Abbott has moved to temporarily halt new data centers from connecting to Texas’ power grid unless companies first provide the state with detailed info...
Buc-ee's to open new 74,000-square-foot travel center in San Marcos August 12
Buc-ee's is set to open its newest Texas travel center next week, bringing more than 200 jobs and a new stop along the Interstate 35 corridor.
Misdemeanor gun charge against James Harden dismissed by Texas judge
A misdemeanor gun charge against All-Star Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden in Texas has been dismissed after he completed an alternative resolution program allowing him to avoid a criminal record, court records show. Harris County Criminal Court Judge Alex Salgado in Housto...