After years of dysfunction, Austin Police and the Travis County DA say they’re trying...
The relationship between the Travis County District Attorney’s office and the Austin Police Department is fraught. It has been since José Garza was elected DA in 2020. But since Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis took over last year, the two sides have shown a desire to mend fences.
Austin police looking for suspects in life-threatening beating at homeless encampment
AUSTIN - Police are looking for information after a person was assaulted at a homeless encampment in South Austin earlier this month. Officers with the Austin Police Department were called to Saint David's South Austin Hospital around 8:30 p.m. on June 3. A victim at the hospital had "significant life-threatening...
‘The Purifying Knife’ traces the history of the eugenics movement in Texas
In March, for the second time, Austin was the center of a movement known as “natalism” when the NatalCon conference chose the city as its host. The presenters at this conference, where a standard ticket was $10,000, have some varying views, but the big idea they share is that the human population is declining and...
100+ felony bonds reduced by Travis County Justice of the Peace
A KXAN investigation — prompted by the release of an Austin man charged with capital murder after a Travis County judge granted a significant bond reduction — has uncovered that same judge has reduced or modified bonds for hundreds of felony charges since she took office in January.
2 Central Texas prisons will return to state control from private prison contractor
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice, or TDCJ, will take control and staff two prisons in Central Texas later this year thanks to a legislative funding allocation, according to an email TDCJ spokesperson Monday.
Texas’ Top Hippie Town Might Surprise You
I would be willing to bet money that you can’t guess which town is considered to be the best hippie town in Texas. I say that because I totally guessed the wrong town when I saw Thrillist’s recent list of the best hippie towns in every state. I don’t know about you, but Austin immediately came to mind. Even their...
Weird Law: Why it’s Illegal to Stack Rocks in Texas
I've seen stacks of rocks while hiking outside of Austin, TX, but I didn't realize that there could be legal ramifications for stacking rocks in Texas. Perhaps you've seen stacks, too. Have you ever seen a stack of rocks while on a hike? Not a natural pile, but a man-made...
12 Gigantic Thrift Stores In Texas That Are Almost Too Good To Be True
Ever wondered where to find enormous thrift stores in Texas with incredible deals?. These 12 massive secondhand shops offer unbelievable bargains and exciting discoveries!. 1. HOPE Family Thrift Store (Austin) That bright coral building is impossible to miss!. HOPE Family Thrift Store delivers on its name by offering...
This Glow-in-the-Dark Kayak Tour in Corpus Christi Turns Texas Waters Into a Neon Dreamscape
If you’ve ever wished your evening adventure came with a little more sparkle, GlowRow is here to light the way. This one-of-a-kind, glow-in-the-dark kayaking experience in Corpus Christi lets you float through shallow bays and calm coastal waters—while your boat literally glows beneath you.
This Steep Wooden Staircase In Waco Leads To Sweeping Views And A Surprisingly Fun...
You might not expect a flight of stairs to be one of Waco’s most unexpected gems—but Jacob’s Ladder is no ordinary staircase. Nestled inside Cameron Park, this rugged wooden climb is part scenic trail, part local rite of passage, and entirely unforgettable.
