Austin has initiated public discussions regarding the potential renaming of Cesar Chavez Street, with community meetings taking place to gather input from residents. A gathering on Tuesday evening at the Austin Central Library drew about two dozen participants, who engaged with city leaders about the future of the street’s name. During the meeting, Gavino Fernandez…
Tragedy struck in Salado, Texas, as two individuals lost their lives in a helicopter crash involving a military aircraft. The incident occurred on August 12, with officials confirming that the helicopter was an AH-64 Apache attack chopper based at Fort Hood. The Bell County Sheriff’s Office reported that they received a 911 call alerting them…
CapMetro’s bike share service has officially resumed operations following a fire incident that resulted in over $150,000 worth of equipment damage back in May. The fire incident severely impacted CapMetro’s ability to charge and deploy bikes. Typically, the bike share program operates hundreds of bikes across 75 to 80 stations in Austin, providing a convenient…
Austin Fire Chief Joel G. Baker has announced his retirement, effective August 31. The city revealed that Baker will be unavailable from August 11, although no specific reasons for his departure were provided by either the city or the fire department. Tom Vocke will assume the role of acting fire chief starting September 1, as…
Austin police are actively searching for a suspect in a hit-and-run incident that occurred in East Austin, resulting in injuries to two individuals. The incident took place on December 28, 2025, at approximately 6:28 p.m. near the intersection of East Riverside Drive and Royal Crest Drive. According to law enforcement, the suspect, identified as 20-year-old…
Austin is set to host the highly anticipated Austin Sketch Fest this month at ColdTowne Theater, featuring some of the finest talents in sketch comedy from across the nation. The festival has established itself as a platform for comedians who are on the brink of mainstream success. Executive producer Ashley Ellis highlighted the meticulous selection…
Two individuals have been apprehended in connection with a series of vehicle burglaries at popular park and trail locations in Austin, including Mount Bonnell, Bull Creek, and the St. Edward’s Greenbelt. The arrests were made as the Austin Police Department (APD) stepped up its investigation into these car break-ins. On July 30, officers took 65-year-old…
Austin has become a new home for Syrian Kurdish refugees Youssef and Rony Shabo, who launched BRB Coffee in 2025, located within a local laundromat. Youssef, a college graduate of 2011, witnessed the initial protests against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, which eventually escalated into a devastating civil war. “At the time, the protests were becoming…
Lake Travis High School has announced the cancellation of football activities following a serious health emergency involving a student-athlete. The incident took place during morning practice, prompting immediate action. Head football coach Hank Carter informed parents that the emergency occurred around 8 a.m. and required the intervention of Travis County STAR Flight for medical assistance….
Residents of East Austin, particularly those living near the Colorado River, are voicing their concerns over a significant development project approved by the Austin City Council with minimal public involvement. The initiative, which encompasses 2,600 acres, aims to introduce housing, retail spaces, and offices, with Amazon’s robotics division set to become the primary tenant. Lee…
