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AUSTIN, Texas — The Travis County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting involving an off-duty Austin Police Department officer that occurred Friday evening. The incident took place at a barbershop on the 1700 block of Crystal Bend Drive, where multiple 911 calls reported shots fired just after 6 p.m.,...

Whether you’re looking for a rooftop vibe with skyline views or a classic frozen treat, today is the day to toast to Austin’s favorite cocktail. From $2 deals to premium tequila flights, the Live Music Capital is shaking things up for margarita lovers across the city. Today’s forecast...

TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas — One person is injured after a reported robbery led to a shooting early Monday morning in Del Valle. According to the Austin Police Department (APD), officers received a call at around 12:30 a.m. Monday about the possible shooting near Del Valle High School. Responders arrived...

AUSTIN, Texas — The city of Austin is asking for community input as it works to shape a proposed $700 million bond package that could appear on the November ballot. City leaders hosted an open house on Saturday at the Northwest Recreation Center, giving residents a chance to learn more about the proposal and share...

Millions of Americans who previously had health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield Association may soon receive settlement payments as a part of a massive $2.67 billion class-action agreement resolving antitrust claims.

The Austin Fire Department described "multiple explosions" and 15-foot high flames sparked by "encampment activity" on Dec. 30, according to the incident report -- one of hundreds of fires a KXAN investigation found likely connected to homeless encampments in recent months.

SAN ANTONIO, Texas — After more than eight hours of public testimony in front of the San Marcos City Council, city residents celebrated a 5-2 vote by the council denying zoning changes that would allow for the construction of a large data center near the city. Citizens opposed to the plan erupted in applause as the...

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) -- Criminal investigators hoping to develop suspects in difficult cases have been asking Google to reveal who searched for specific information online, seeking "reverse

As of January 2026, tickets are officially on sale for a new direct Delta flight that connects the Texan city of Austin with the local airport in Asheville, North Carolina. This new non-stop route allows Carolinians to plan an easy Western escape to the "Beer Capital of Texas," while Texans can head up to Asheville...

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Austin, Texas – Chilly conditions tonight could bring a light freeze to parts of Central Texas, prompting residents to prepare for near-freezing temperatures before a significant midweek warmup. According...