Austin Morning Briefing: One of Texas’ oldest dancehalls is closing its doors after more...
Good morning, Austin. Here's what you need to know today. Tracking a few showers and storms around North Texas this morning. Warm and humid conditions are in place and will help lead to isolated/scattered showers and storms across the I-35 corridor as we get toward the heating of the day. We are tracking a tropical...
Wednesday, August 13, 2025 – Reeling
Monday’s tragic shooting outside a North Austin Target store that claimed three lives, including a 4-year-old girl and her grandfather, continued to send shockwaves through the city. The Victims. The shooting claimed the lives of three innocent people: 24-year-old Hector Leopoldo Martinez Machuca, 65-year-old Adam...
Search efforts continue for 2 people still missing following July 4 floods
Search efforts continue for the two people who remain missing after the July 4 floods, according to Michael Hornes, Assistant City Manager of Kerrville. As of August 8, officials confirmed two people are still unaccounted for, including one Camp Mystic camper:. ~Jeffrey Ramsey, 63, of Lewisville, Texas. ~Cecilia...
Billboard on Bee Caves Road receives resident complaints, city violation notice
The billboard is located on Bee Caves Road, near Bee Caves Barbecue. (Karoline Pfeil/Community Impact) A billboard placed near the intersection of Bee Caves Road and River Hills Road has received a notice of violation from the city of Austin following local resident complaints. The overview. The billboard, located...
Mental Health experts say Target shooting could leave lasting impacts on Austinites
AUSTIN, Texas — A tragic shooting in a North Austin Target parking lot has left three people dead, including a 4-year-old child. The incident occurred while many were inside shopping or heading to their cars. Patrick Kerley, an Austin resident and grandfather, expressed his dismay at the frequency of...
Austin police warn public of scam callers impersonating officers, ICE agents
AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin Police Department (APD) is warning the community of scam calls going around. Police said several instances have been reported of callers claiming to be from APD or with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), telling people they have fraudulent charges or issues with their...
Homeowner stuck in impossible situation with HOA and local city: ‘It seems impossible to...
"I wrote a level-headed note to the HOA explaining this conflict." Homeowner stuck in impossible situation with HOA and local city: 'It seems impossible to comply with both' first appeared on The Cool Down .
Texas school bus carrying over 40 students crashes on 1st day of school
There were 42 students and one adult on the bus at the time of the incident.
Austin man charged with capital murder after deadly Target parking lot shooting spree
Ethan Nieneker faces capital murder charges for allegedly shooting three people, including a 4-year-old girl, during a carjacking at an Austin Target store.
Where was Austin’s I Can’t Believe It’s Yogurt shop located?
AUSTIN, Texas — In December 1991, four teen girls were killed at an I Can't Believe It's Yogurt shop off West Anderson Lane in North Austin. The building was then set on fire. The crime is often considered a defining tragedy in Austin's history, shocking the then-small city with...