CapMetro names new chief of transit police
Bowie steps into his new role with more than 30 years of leadership in law enforcement, according to a press release.
Austin’s homeless system is improving, report says
AUSTIN, Texas - Austin's Ending Community Homelessness Coalition (ECHO) has found the city's homeless system is improving, according to their State of the System report. The report says over the past five years, there's been a 108 percent increase in the number of beds and units. Plus, in 2024, fewer people sought...
Investigation at Round Rock massage parlor leads to over $41k seized
The Williamson County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday said an investigation into a massage parlor led to the seizure of $41,000, and could lead to future charges related to alleged human trafficking.
Texas Council on Family Violence Honors Victims, Calls for Action
In recognition of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Texas Council on Family Violence (TCFV) The post Texas Council on Family Violence Honors Victims, Calls for Action first appeared on Texas Herald News - Texas News, covers news and events in Houston, Austin, West Texas .
Sister of missing San Antonio realtor arrested on charges she harassed family of accused...
Teresa Lynn Clark 55, was arrested in Travis County last week and charged with four counts of harassment. The post Sister of missing San Antonio realtor arrested on charges she harassed family of accused killer appeared first on San Antonio Current .
‘Dude was married 100%’: Woman kisses stranger on her flight from Austin to Orange...
It started with a spark somewhere above the clouds. Tara (@unblockyourbs) met a man on a flight to Orange County, and for three hours, it felt like the start to a really good rom-com. A meet-cute at 30,000 feet, it was a love story that wrote itself until it hit turbulence. Since posting the video on Oct. 5, it has...
Who makes the giant sandwiches on top of Austin’s Thundercloud Subs?
This story was originally told at ATXplained Live at Bass Concert Hall on April 29, 2025. A while back, Ellen Pizarek had a burning question about one of Austin's most well-known businesses — and one of their marketing ploys. Pizarek wanted to know about the giant fake submarine sandwiches...
Anonymous donor pays off all student lunch debt in Taylor ISD
Families in the Taylor Independent School District near Austin are getting a welcome surprise after an anonymous donor paid off all outstanding student lunch balances this week.
Texas Department of Public Safety honors personnel for bravery and lifesaving efforts
AUSTIN, Texas — Several Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) personnel were recognized for their bravery and lifesaving efforts during the October meeting of the Public Safety Commission at DPS Headquarters in Austin. The awards were presented by PSC Chairman Stephen P. Mach and other officials, including DPS...
‘My kids are coming home crying’ | Families rally at Austin ISD headquarters to...
AUSTIN, Texas — Families rallied outside Austin ISD headquarters on Thursday, as board members met for the first time since the district announced a proposal to close 13 campuses. During the meeting's public comment period, at least 70 people signed up to speak about the district's consolidation plan, with...

















