Texas council strips lagoon plan from $1 billion development after residents raise well fears
A Texas city council has rejected a proposed lagoon tied to a billion-dollar development after concerns were raised…
Texas Pet Adoptions on Hold Over New World Screwworm Concerns
In case you’ve missed it, there’s been a terrifying outbreak of parasitic flies in the Texas region. They’re…
Authorities identify driver of stolen Fort Worth ambulance, who was killed by DPS
Editor’s Note: The video above is an update from Texas DPS on Aug. 13, 2026, about the stolen…
Stolen Fort Worth ambulance leads to Texas DPS pursuit, shooting in Austin
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Multiple law enforcement agencies were in Austin after an ambulance was stolen in North Texas.…
‘Concrete cancer’ in nearly 30K Central Texas pools may cause billions in damage, experts say
GEORGETOWN, Texas (KXAN) — Brett Lagrone can imagine the smell of sunscreen and the sound of his two…
Texas utility could tap customers’ home batteries at peak times, while outages still trigger backup
An Austin-based utility company could soon offer backup batteries to homeowners as part of a new partnership aimed…
What is the tallest building in Texas? Austin takes the crown
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The old saying that everything is bigger in Texas also applies to the state’s skyline…
Fire at parking garage fills sky with smoke near downtown Austin
AUSTIN (KXAN) — At least seven buildings have been impacted after an electrical fire broke out in a…
Austin, Central Texas under Extreme Heat Warning
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin and much of Central Texas is under an Extreme Heat Warning until 8 p.m.…
Austin homeowner signs up for backup battery after years of outages, severe weather
Project Summary: This story is supported by the Pulitzer Center and is part of the “Texas Energy Crossroads” project, a…
Trinity Aquifer visible in Texas cave after heavy rains
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Heavy rains across Central Texas and the Hill Country left rivers and creeks flooded, which…
Live updates: Flood risk rises as rain moves across Central Texas
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A Flood Watch is in effect for most of Central Texas, including the Austin metro counties, through…