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Tesla’s long-teased Cybercab has officially been spotted testing on public roads in Austin, Texas, marking a major milestone for the company’s autonomous ambitions. The sighting was first shared on X by @JT59052914, who said, “My friend just spotted this Cybercab testing in downtown Austin,” alongside photos of the...

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas — One person has been arrested after a man in his 30s was found dead at a residence after a shooting in Pflugerville early Friday morning. The incident took place around 2:34 a.m. at the 2500 block of Forgetmenot Lane. The Travis County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call at 2:34 a.m. where the...

In May 2021, Texas safety Michael Taaffe lost his best friend when Jake Ehlinger died of fentanyl poisoning. That moment ultimately led Taaffe to bring awareness to the dangers of fentanyl, and he became active in the space with Texas Against Fentanyl. For his efforts, Taaffe won the Wuerffel Trophy, the premier...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Three people were arrested and charged with child abandonment after they left an 11-month-old baby alone in a vehicle in 36-degree weather for several hours while they went out to various bars in downtown Austin, according to an arrest affidavit. The affidavit identified the suspects as...

Austin homeowners trying to unload a property are being hit with a wave of risky “quick fix” offers that can look like a lifeline and end up as a trap. Local real estate agents say these deals tend to show up when a listing lingers, and a seller starts feeling the pressure. On paper, some contracts promise an easy...

Two men were stuck at 130 feet in the air Wednesday night after a roller coaster at the Circuit of the Americas malfunctioned, according to an email from a publicist representing them.

As many people say, ’tis the time of giving, but for people in Texas, it might be: ’tis the time to learn how to drive appropriately. As you may or may not know, Austin has been slowly but steadily positioning itself as one of the cities in the country with the worst drivers. If you don’t believe us, someone recently...

(The Center Square) – Americans support stricter criminal measures and homelessness reform, according to a new poll by The Cicero Institute. The overwhelming support for reforms transcends party and demographic lines, according to Stefani Buhajla, the Austin, Texas-based think tank’s senior director of...

Police made the announcement at a press conference Thursday evening.

At a Dec. 18 board meeting, Austin ISD officials unveiled the district's transition plan to reassign thousands of students and staff following the closure of 10 campuses, outlining timelines to enroll students and place staff at new campuses. (Chloe Young/Community Impact) Austin ISD will soon begin reassigning...