Here’s how much Austin’s average asking rent prices decreased from August 2024 to August...
AUSTIN, Texas — Austin renters might be seeing more affordable prices this year compared to last. A new Redfin report shows that the city's average asking rent decreased by 3.1% year-over-year (YoY) from August 2024 to August 2025, making it one of only three U.S. metros – and the only Texas city – that saw a dip.
Central Austin residents vote on 21-foot concrete wall to block I-35 noise
For 50 years, the upper decks of I-35 have loomed over Central Austin and lifted traffic noise high into the air. With those elevated lanes slated to come down starting next year, people who live alongside them must decide by today if they want a new concrete barrier in their backyards.
Manhunt from Austin murder suspect
The Travis County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man they say physically abused his ex-girlfriend who was pushed into the path of a moving vehicle.
Austin police investigating after multiple break-ins at Royal Blue Grocery
AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin Police Department (APD) is seeking leads in connection to multiple break-ins that happened at a Royal Blue Grocery, police said on Wednesday. There have been a total of three different break-in incidents that have happened at the grocery store located at 241 West Third Street within the...
Opinion: Austin Needs to Address Its Animal Cruelty Problem
Back in May of this year, a limping and emaciated husky appeared in my North Austin neighborhood. She was terrified, obviously still a puppy, and running in and out of school-zone traffic at all hours. Over the next 11 days, I repeatedly called 311, and my partner called 911 once – and was hung up on by the...
Austin ISD to hold virtual meetings to discuss potential closures of 12 schools
AUSTIN, Texas — On Sept. 4, the Austin Independent School District sent letters to parents of students attending 12 schools within the district. The letters alerted families to potential school closures or major modifications. The school district will conduct its initial online meeting about the school closures on...
Video of man with gun at Westlake High School prompted police response, affidavit shows
AUSTIN, Texas — An affidavit obtained by KVUE is revealing new details of what led up to the arrest of a former Eanes ISD student accused of bringing a gun on the Westlake High School campus. On Sept. 3, several Eanes ISD schools were placed in "SECURE" protocol while...
40-unit domestic violence shelter opens in east Austin
A new 40-unit domestic violence shelter that is dedicated to providing safe, short-term housing and services for survivors of domestic violence and their children, officially opened to the Austin community Wednesday, the Austin Public Health said in a press release.
Wild Parking Lot Fight Caught on Camera in Texas
A wild night in Austin took a turn when a parking lot turned into a battleground—complete with slaps and shouting. Buckle up for the details!
Authorities charge 10 in multistate gas pump credit card skimming scheme
AUSTIN, Texas — Authorities charged 10 men in a credit card skimming operation that targeted gas pumps across multiple states. The Texas Financial Crimes Intelligence Center announced Tuesday that the suspects face charges including engaging in organized criminal activity, a first-degree felony, and unlawful...
