Crime blotter: Man sought who used stolen credit card at Apple Store
An iPhone and a Rolex are stolen in Austin, there's a protest at a Portland Apple Store, and Cellebrite use surfaces in the Epstein files. The latest in an occasional AppleInsider series, looking at the world of Apple-related crime. Police in San Luis Obispo, California, are looking for a man...
Hays County extends burn ban amid New Year’s fireworks concerns
BUDA, Texas — Unseasonably hot and dry conditions have led Hays County to extend its burn ban through Jan. 20, raising concerns about wildfire risks as residents prepare to celebrate the New Year with fireworks. County officials are urging caution, with Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra acknowledging the challenge:...
Police identify pedestrian killed in Christmas Eve collision in downtown Austin
AUSTIN, Texas — Police have identified a man who was hit and killed by a vehicle on Christmas Eve in downtown Austin. The fatal auto-pedestrian collision occurred at the intersection of West Cesar Chavez Street and Walter Seaholm Drive on Dec. 24 at around 5:55 p.m. Austin police say...
A man was wrongfully convicted — that’s why Texas paid $2.5M
Courts found the case against Allen Andre Causey was built on false testimony and suppressed evidence.
Texas Restaurant Ranked Among the Best Steakhouses in the World
A top Texas restaurant, Jeffrey’s of Austin ranked No. 3 in North America for its exceptional steaks, service, and award-winning dining experience.
CapMetro fareboxes will get rid of paper and one-day passes
Fareboxes on CapMetro buses will soon receive a slight makeover. The boxes will no longer print paper passes or sell one-day passes beginning in mid-2026. Those who want a day pass will instead have to use the Umo app, CapMetro Reloadable Fare Card or tap-to-pay credit or debit card. Fareboxes will still accept cash...
Winston’s Opens in Bee Cave at Hill Country Galleria
Bee Cave just landed a new all-day hangout: Winston's: Coffee, Provisions & Pizza has opened inside the Hill Country Galleria, pulling espresso shots in the morning and firing Neapolitan-style pies into the evening. The family-run spot is leaning into a neighborhood-cafe feel, with coffee-and-donut starts to the day...
Musk’s Company Town Slaps Paxton With Another Austin Records Suit
Starbase, the company town spun out of Elon Musk’s SpaceX operations in South Texas, has hauled Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton back into court, again asking a judge to block the release of records the city wants to keep under wraps. The latest lawsuit, filed this month in Travis County, is the newest chapter in a...
Bastrop adds affordable and upscale senior homes
Bastrop residents play a game of chair volleyball at the Bastrop Community Senior Center on Dec. 5. Local leaders say the demand for active, community-centered senior living options is growing. (Joel Valley/Community Impact) As Bastrop’s population grows and ages, new housing developments are underway in the...
Austin Police Pulled Over a Motorcycle, but the Police Car Almost Ran Him Over...
What started as a typical traffic stop on bustling Guadalupe Street ended up being a simple and quick call for attention with a genuine trooper as the protagonist. This is because a State Trooper in Austin, Texas, stopped a motorcyclist, but when he got out of the police car, the car kept moving because it had no...
