Austin, TX

The Austin Police Department is investigating an early morning homicide on Montopolis Drive in southeast Austin. KVUE's Dominique Newland has the latest.

Man killed in southeast Austin homicide on Montopolis Drive

Houston, TX

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AUSTIN, Texas — The search for a new Austin ISD superintendent continues. But now, the community has a better idea of what district leaders will be looking for. At a special meeting Wednesday night, AISD board members reviewed the results of a survey that asked parents and community members what they want to see in the next superintendent.

Austin ISD creating 'superintendent profile' to help hire next leader

Texas State

AUSTIN, Texas — A popular bar on Austin's South Congress Avenue will have to relocate following an arson fire last September. In September 2022, the Austin Fire Department launched an arson investigation after responding to multiple fires in South Austin, including at Crow Bar, located at 3116 S. Congress Ave.

Crow Bar on South Congress forced to relocate following September 2022 arson fire

Travis County, TX

AUSTIN, Texas — Travis County leaders took a step toward getting more people mental health assistance on Tuesday. The Travis County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a resolution that directs staff to find locations and funding for a new Central Booking and Diversion Center. As the KVUE Defenders reported in...

Travis County Commissioners Court approves next step for new diversion center

Luling, TX

LULING, Texas — Crews in Luling, Texas, are cleaning up the scene of a crash after an 18-wheeler was struck by a train. The Luling Police Department (LPD) said just after 11 a.m. on Thursday that the semi-truck was struck by the train at the Elm Avenue crossing. Police said the crossing will be closed for an extended period of time while the crash is being investigated and cleared up.

18-wheeler struck by train in Luling

Dallas, TX

AUSTIN, Texas — Domestic violence survivors, advocates and legislators gathered at the Texas State Capitol Thursday morning to make a case for full funding of domestic violence services in this legislative session. The Texas Council on Family Violence (TCFV) has been collecting signatures as part of its "2023 Purple...

Domestic violence survivors, advocates convene at Texas Capitol to make case for full funding of services

AUSTIN, Texas — An Austin Police Department (APD) officer has been indicted for charges in connection with an alleged assault that occurred in March 2021, the Travis County District Attorney's Office announced Tuesday. The DA's Office said on Thursday, March 9, a grand jury returned a 3-count indictment charging...

Austin police officer indicted on multiple counts in connection with March 2021 incident

AUSTIN, Texas — Eviction notices are back to pre-pandemic levels across Austin. As temporary programs to help renters have disappeared and the cost of living continues to climb, some people find themselves struggling to pay rent. The executive director of the Austin Apartment Association said in the last two...

Eviction filings trending upwards in Austin

Yaneisy Lua was struck when riding the streets of Downtown Austin on an e-scooter, and the driver sped off. The family said APD didn't file a report.

Family states Austin police isn't doing enough after loved one was struck in hit-and-run

AUSTIN, Texas — Editor's note: The Austin Fire Department originally stated that the fire occurred at 903 Congress Ave., but have since corrected the address to 907 Congress Ave. The Austin Fire Department responded to a fire at a building on Congress Avenue, just blocks away from the Texas...

Building on Congress Avenue catches fire, just blocks away from Texas Capitol

AUSTIN, Texas — Editor's note: The Austin Fire Department originally stated that this fire occurred at 903 Congress Ave. but later clarified it was 907 Congress Ave. A man has been charged with arson in connection with a fire at an abandoned building on Congress Avenue, just blocks away from the Texas State Capitol, early Tuesday morning.

Man charged with arson in connection with building fire on Congress Avenue

Round Rock, TX

ROUND ROCK, Texas — One year ago, on March 21, 2022, the city of Round Rock, Texas, was hit by an EF-2 tornado. The storm caused more than $32 million in damage, according to the mayor, and nearly 700 homes were impacted. "But we didn't have a loss of...

One year later: Round Rock mayor, resident reflect on March 2022 tornado

AUSTIN, Texas — Austin City Councilmember Mackenzie Kelly (District 6) planned to present a resolution to improve electric scooter safety and sidewalk congestion in Downtown Austin. Electric scooters have been regulated in Downtown Austin since 2018. The scooters can be a fun and useful way to navigate the streets...

Austin City Council set to discuss resolution to improve e-scooter safety and congestion

ROUND ROCK, Texas — The Austin Community College (ACC) Round Rock campus (RRC) has been closed due to a power outage. In an announcement on Thursday, the ACC RRC has been closed due to a region-wide power outage. This has resulted in the cancellation of all on-campus classes, work and activities.

ACC Round Rock closed due to power outage, reopen Friday

A popular South Congress Avenue bar will be demolished. Crow Bar's owners said last September's fire did so much damage, the building is beyond repair.

Austin's Crow Bar forced to relocate after arson fire

AUSTIN, Texas — The LBJ Foundation will honor Texas native Willie Nelson with a prestigious award this May. According to the foundation, Nelson will receive the "LBJ Liberty and Justice for All Award." All proceeds during a gala tribute on May 12 will go towards the "Willie Nelson Endowment for Uplifting Rural Communities" at the University of Texas at Austin's LBJ School of Public Affairs.

LBJ Foundation to honor Willie Nelson with 'LBJ Liberty and Justice for All Award'

AUSTIN, Texas — The lack of affordable child care centers has become a burden for Austin's working parents. Some parents are having trouble finding an affordable place that will take care of their children. Open Door Preschools is an Austin organization that has several campuses across the city. Its...

The child care crisis in Central Texas

DUNCANVILLE, Texas — If you watched Duncanville boys basketball game at all over the last two years, you already know -- Ron Holland is one of the top high school basketball players in the country. In the state of Texas, no senior is more highly touted than the Panthers...

Duncanville basketball star and future Texas Longhorn Ron Holland getting ready for McDonald's All-American game

Project Connect, a plan to reimagine public transit around Austin, was approved by voters in 2020. But it has gotten more expensive in the years since.

Project Connect: Austin residents to weigh in on possible changes

ROUND ROCK, Texas — One year ago, several tornadoes came through Central Texas. One of those tornadoes ripped through Round Rock, resulting in $32 million dollars in damage and 700 homes being impacted by the destruction. One of the homes impacted belonged to Michael Talamantez, who said he was...

Round Rock man still rebuilding one year after 2022 tornado

AUSTIN, Texas — Dozens of the best golfers from across the globe are in Austin to participate in the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play. “Pretty fun environment. Get up close and see some of the most incredible players in the world," Todd Allison, an avid golf fan, told KVUE. This...

Dell Match Play expected to bring big bucks to Austin's economy

HUTTO, Texas — An Austin hot rod hang out and burger spot made popular in the movie "Dazed and Confused" is now expanding outside of Austin. Top Notch Hamburgers has opened its second location, more than 50 years after the first location opened on Burnet Road in 1971. On Wednesday, burger lovers packed the 11 a.m. opening at 121 Co-Op Blvd. in Hutto.

Top Notch Hamburgers opens new location for first time in 50 years

AUSTIN, Texas — There's always tons going on in Austin in March. After the end of SXSW last weekend, this weekend, Dell Match Play is one of the big events in town. Playing and watching golf all happens outside – or maybe under a tent, if you're lucky – so here's what you can expect weather-wise if you are headed to the Austin Country Club.

Dell Match Play: Storms could impact tee and play times

Dripping Springs, TX

As Central Texas grows, local schools are struggling to keep up. Now some school districts are searching for creative solutions, including Dripping Springs ISD.

Dripping Springs ISD may open elective transfers from 3 campuses

AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin-based job search company Indeed has announced that 2,200 jobs are being cut. Indeed is yet another company joining the big names in the tech industry for mass layoffs. In a letter from CEO Chris Hyams, around 15% of the entire company has been cut. According to the letter, the cuts affect nearly every team, function and level from any Indeed location.

Austin-based Indeed cuts 2,200 jobs

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House at center of Chris Beard arrest affidavit listed for $4.95M

AUSTIN, Texas — An Austin home owned by former Texas Longhorns men’s basketball coach Chris Beard has been put up for sale for $4.95 million. It’s...

House at center of Chris Beard arrest affidavit listed for $4.95M

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