Austin TX

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin Police on Wednesday identified the pedestrian who died weeks later after being hit by a vehicle in February. Jefferson Gustavo Ramirez Ramirez, 24, died March 6 after he was taken to a hospital on Feb. 20 with critical, life-threatening injuries. The crash was reported just before 7 p.m. Austin...

Attorneys representing an Austin police officer charged in connection with the city’s 2020 protests have filed a motion accusing the Travis County District Attorney’s Office of misconduct and asking a judge to dismiss the case. The filing, submitted by lawyers for Chance Bretches, alleges prosecutors failed to...

This beloved barbecue bastion continues to earn top marks for its 'Flawless prime-grade brisket.'

A routine CapMetro ride through South Austin turned into a crime scene Friday when a man allegedly stabbed two passengers on a No. 3 route bus along the 2000 block of South Lamar Boulevard, leaving one rider in critical condition. The attack triggered a large police response, with officers swarming the area,...

MUSTANG RIDGE, Texas — One person was airlifted to the hospital after a commercial vehicle crash on US 183 north of Mustang Ridge Wednesday. All lanes of the highway are closed in both directions, authorities said. Travis County Fire Rescue said the patient was transported by STAR Flight following...

AUSTIN, Texas — A man is facing a murder charge in connection with a 2024 fentanyl-related death in Williamson County. According to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office, 44-year-old Freddie Lee Rodriguez was arrested on March 17 in connection with the death of 28-year-old Andrew Brooks in February 2024. Brooks...

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport has identified 12 priority cities including Tokyo, Paris and Dubai for potential new nonstop international flights.

The Hideout Coffee House and Theatre is set to close after 26 years. Final performances will be held this week.

Jhadyn Nelson chooses Texas Tech over Ohio State and Texas. Read how the Red Raiders' 2027 class impacts recruiting for Ryan Day, Mike Elko and Steve Sarkisian.

After launching as a mobile golf simulator for private events, Daddy Shack is expanding with its first brick-and-mortar location in Pflugerville, set to open in August 2026 with a full slate of amenities. (Courtesy Daddy Shack Golf) A golf-focused training and social club is set to open in Pflugerville later...