Austin On Edge As Stormy Saturday Soaker Moves In
Austin is waking up warm, sticky, and already a little unsettled, with cloudy, muggy conditions around 73°F and a brisk south wind as of 4:51 a.m. CDT on Saturday, April 4, 2026. The scattered showers that drifted through overnight are expected to ramp up later in the morning, with a much better shot at widespread...
Local parks that reach maximum capacity on Easter will close
Austin residents celebrating Easter on Sunday can expect parks to stay open up until maximum capacity is reached.
NTSB investigating another incident of Waymo passing Austin ISD school bus
AUSTIN, Texas — Federal regulators are investigating another instance of a driverless car passing a stopped Austin ISD school bus. On Friday, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) announced that it launched an investigation into an incident that occurred on March 25. The agency said that it was contacted by...
Deadly SH 45 Flyover Crash Paralyzes Friday Traffic In Southeast Austin
A fatal crash on Friday afternoon shut down the eastbound lanes of the SH 45 tollway where it crosses U.S. 183 in southeast Austin, choking off a major commuter route and triggering a large emergency response. The collision was reported around 2:38 p.m., and crews set up an extended closure on the flyover while first...
Bricks & Minifigs comes to Mays Crossing retail center in Round Rock
Customers can buy, sell and trade LEGOS at the new Bricks & Minifigs in Round Rock. (Courtesy Bricks & Minifigs) The LEGO reseller Bricks & Minifigs hosted a grand opening for its new Round Rock location over the weekend. The gist. Locally owned by Eric VanDyke, the shop sells new...
SXSW Spotlight: Blake Haynes Talks Wishful Thinking With Producers Dan Gedman and Matt Smith
Every March, Austin transforms into a global meeting point for creativity, innovation, and storytelling—and SXSW continues to prove why it remains one of the most influential festivals in the world. This year, the energy extended beyond the screenings and panels, spilling into intimate conversations that offered a...
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Sandwiches in Austin
Jump to: Best Deli & Italian Sandwiches | Southern & BBQ Favorites | Unique & Specialty Subs. Austin’s sandwich scene is much more than just bread and meat; it’s a culinary map of the city’s diverse flavors. Whether you’re looking for a towering Italian sub or a classic Southern staple, the capital city has a spot...
Self driving car runs over Mueller Lake Park duck, raising safety concerns
A self-driving car is under review after a duck was run over near Mueller Park. Residents raise concerns about autonomous vehicle safety as the company investigates the incident.
BLOG: Heavy rain, storms winding down this evening
Showers and thunderstorms are winding down this evening in Central Texas.
This Stunning 2.7-Mile Texas Hike Leads To Waterfalls And Wildflowers
The trail starts off easy, but it does not stay ordinary for long. Shaded paths wind through limestone and greenery, with stretches of quiet that make you forget how close you are to the city. Then the scenery shifts, water moving over rock, small waterfalls, and pockets of wildflowers that catch you off guard.
