Austin Wire Cutter On The Loose After $4K Hit On Home
Austin police are hunting for a man they say crept up to a house on Dec. 17, 2025, and deliberately sliced through its electrical wiring, leaving the homeowner stuck with more than $4,000 in repair bills and a whole lot of questions. Detectives have opened a formal case and are...
Austin police seek publics help in identifying auto theft suspect
AUSTIN, Texas — Austin Police are asking for the public's assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a vehicle theft on February 11, 2026. Officers responded to a report from a victim who stated their vehicle was stolen from 1600 Wickersham Lane, where it was last seen on the night of February 10, 2026,...
Downtown Austin Alliance debuts free parking pilot program
Austinites patronizing participating businesses can get free or discounted parking in two Downtown garages now through the end of April.
Yogurt Shop Exonerees Seek Restitution After 1991 Case Dismissal
Michael Scott and his daughter Jazmine Scott listen to a news conference after he was exonerated at a hearing for four men wrongfully accused in the 1991 Austin yogurt shop murders at the Blackwell-Thurman Criminal Justice Center in Austin on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026. Forrest Welborn, Michael Scott, Robert Springsteen...
Suspect identified in barbershop shooting in Pflugerville
The Travis County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) has identified Jefferson Josue Rodas as the suspect involved in Friday's shooting at a Pflugerville barbershop near Crystal Bend Drive and Dewberry Drive.
Exclusive: The Texas agency meant to protect the bereaved imploded spectacularly. This is the...
The Texas Funeral Service Commission imploded this summer. This is what happened behind the scenes at the agency meant to regulate death care.
Man killed by off-duty APD officer at barbershop identified: TCSO
TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas - The man killed at a barbershop by an off-duty Austin police officer has been identified. The Travis County Sheriff's Office said the man went into the barbershop and opened fire, striking one employee. The suspect was identified as Jefferson Josue Rodas, of Pflugerville. Deadly shooting at...
Restaurant François Brings French Flair to Downtown Austin
With a sophisticated menu, romantic ambience, and impeccable service, Restaurant François certainly has that je ne sais quoi. Located in downtown Austin, the latest concept from Guy + Larry Restaurants (Red Ash, ATX Cocina, J. Carver’s) exudes a cosmopolitan verve that transports diners to somewhere magical. “We were...
Vinaigrette restaurant owner purchases existing location; plans to expand with Tiny’s, Live Oak Farmer’s...
The Vinaigrette property has an outdoor seating area shaded by a large Live Oak. (Courtesy Vinaigrette/Casey Dunn) Restauranteur Erin Wade, owner of Vinaigrette's Austin location, now also owns the 1950's-era building housing the restaurant on property shaded by Live Oak trees. What you need to know. In a Feb. 20...
‘Religious’ school assembly with rapper Project Pat sparks controversy
The assembly appeared to be mandatory for students, a complaint said.
