Austin News Editor

Barton Springs Pool Reopens to the Delight of Austin ResidentsAfter weeks of closure for repairs, Barton Springs Pool in Austin is set to officially reopen on Thursday, much to the delight of local residents. The city of Austin Park...

**SXSW 2025 Unveils Exciting Speaker Lineup for Conference**The South by Southwest Conference (SXSW) is gearing up for its 2025 edition, promising a lineup of speakers that focus on the intersection of technology, business, and the ever-evolving landscape of the...

Unclaimed Bodies in North Texas: A Controversial PracticeThe fate of our bodies after death is a topic that evokes deep emotions and beliefs. In North Texas, however, the handling of unclaimed bodies has sparked controversy and raised ethical questions...

La Porte Natural Gas Pipeline Fire Continues to Blaze with Delayed Burn Off TimelineThe La Porte fire that erupted on a natural gas pipeline owned by Energy Transfer continues to burn after nearly 20 hours, with a delayed timeline...

Unpredictable and Exciting: A Closer Look at the Political Landscape in TexasEvery election cycle, Texas Democrats have high hopes that the state could be a swing state. Last month, Beto O’Rourke even referred to Texas as a "sleeper battleground...

Texas Driver License Offices Extend Hours to Saturdays in SeptemberTexans in need of driver license services will now have more opportunities to schedule appointments, as the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has announced the addition of Saturday appointments...

What is a Supermoon Partial Lunar Eclipse? The evening of Tuesday, September 17th will bring a special treat for skywatchers as the Harvest Moon graces the night sky with a partial lunar eclipse. This event marks the last lunar eclipse...

House Fire Engulfs Home in Eastern Travis CountyA devastating house fire broke out in eastern Travis County on Tuesday morning, engulfing a residence located at the 9700 block of Colfax Drive. The Austin Fire Department quickly responded to the...

Teen Survives Shooting in Pflugerville Amid Phone DisputeA routine confrontation over a broken phone turned violent in Pflugerville, Texas, on July 30, leaving a 15-year-old boy, Avaun Bennett, fighting for his life. Jenna Clark, the mother of the injured...

Massive Fentanyl Pill Drug Bust Unveils Overdose Investigation and Seizure of 1,000+ PillsIn a recent development in Williamson County, Texas, an investigation stemming from a Round Rock overdose has led to a significant drug bust in Austin. The Williamson...