Austin

The DoorDash State of Local Commerce report found Austin, Texas, is the cheapest U.S. city for a cheeseburger, fries, and soda at $12.94, while Anchorage, Alaska, is the most expensive at $28.28. Prices vary due to regional operating costs, with Southern and Midwestern cities offering better value. The meal's average price rose 3.2% year-over-year, driven by factors like labor and rent costs.

Dr. Stephanie Logterman, based in Austin, transitioned from a soccer career to becoming a doctor who repairs broken bones and aids young athletes in recovering from injuries.

Both engines of a small business jet failed during a flight from San José del Cabo to Austin, leading to a crash on a Texas highway in Laredo. The crash resulted in one death and six injuries, with pilots unable to reach a nearby airport due to engine failure and lack of suitable landing areas.

Warrants have been issued for James Mackeise Shearrion, 19, and Kevin Curtis Parrish, 20, in connection with a double homicide outside an Austin strip club. The Travis County Sheriff's Office is handling the case and indicates additional arrests may occur.

Flooding in southeast Minnesota damaged homes and required rescues in Mower County. Sheriff Steve Sandvik highlighted a storm sewer backup in Austin worsening the flooding, with at least 10 homes completely inundated. Officials urge caution during cleanup and recovery efforts.

A 22-year-old Austin man has been charged with arson after allegedly spraying a flammable liquid inside a CapMetro bus and starting a fire before exiting the vehicle.

Austin police, fire, and EMS departments will start publishing monthly reports on sworn overtime and leave use as part of efforts to develop automated public dashboards by 2027.

Saving for a down payment on a first home in Austin could take over two decades if a person saves 5% of their income. The data highlights the challenge of entering the local housing market with a standard savings rate.

Nikki Olton lost her son, Camnik Campbell, to murder in Austin in 2022. She buried him in her front yard and began gardening as a tribute to him.

Austin has spent over $100,000 cleaning graffiti on private property as part of a graffiti removal pilot program approved by Austin City Council in the fall.

Flash flooding in southern Minnesota has caused road closures, including Interstate 90 in Austin. Authorities advise residents to avoid driving until water levels recede, with Mower County receiving 4.5 to 7 inches of rainfall.

Austin Police Department reported 25 interactions with ICE and 4 transfers to custody in the first six months of the year, according to new data showing limited ICE engagement.

Austin's temperature records at Camp Mabry, dating back to 1898, show the city has exceeded 100° more than 2,000 times. The article provides a breakdown of how often Austin reaches 100° by date, month, year, and decade.

Austin removed more than 300 tons of debris from homeless camps in May as part of a new plan launched by Austin Homeless Strategies and Operations to clear homeless encampments.

Meteorologist Kristen Currie analyzes Austin's average first, last, and total number of triple-digit days in an episode of 'Kristen's Classroom.' The article focuses on weather data related to 100-degree temperatures in the city.

Detectives are searching for individuals accused of multiple ATM thefts. Austin Police's Commercial Burglary Unit is requesting public assistance in identifying the suspects.

Waymo research revealed that Austin drivers face significantly higher fatal crash risks on weekend nights. The study also found that Waymo's autonomous vehicles recorded fewer injury crashes compared to human drivers.

New stormwater storage tanks are nearly completed on Le Moyne Street in Austin, Chicago, aiming to reduce flooding on the West Side. The project is designed to mitigate water overflow issues in the area.

Roxanne Paltauf's family is commemorating the 20th anniversary of her disappearance with a billboard in Austin. They plan to skate together at the roller rink where they celebrated her birthday two decades ago.

Zoox, an Amazon-owned robotaxi service, increased its share of monthly active users to 25% in the first half of 2026, up from 15%, while Waymo's share dropped to 69% from 79%. Zoox expanded operations to Austin, Miami, and expanded areas in San Francisco and Las Vegas, doubling its user base during the period.

Austin officials are emphasizing outreach and cooling resources as the city experiences heat. Cooling centers are available but remain underutilized according to Austin Public Health officials.

More than 700 fireworks complaints were reported to Austin 311 during the Fourth of July long weekend. The complaints were submitted over the extended holiday period.

A 31-year-old man was found fatally shot inside a home on the West Side of Chicago in the 600 block of North Latrobe Avenue. He was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital but later died, and Area 4 detectives are investigating the incident.

Chicago experienced its least violent July Fourth weekend in at least seven years, with five people killed and 23 injured in shootings, assaults, or stabbings between July 4 and July 7. This marks a decline from nine killed and 40 injured in 2025 and 19 killed and 86 injured in 2024.

Austin city leaders are advocating for stronger environmental protections and increased affordable housing in the proposed Dog's Head development project located in southeast Austin.

Two murder suspects wanted in Austin were arrested by U.S. Marshals on Thursday. The suspects were linked to murder cases in the area.

Apptronik has opened Robot Park, a large warehouse in Austin, Texas, to test hundreds of humanoids on real-world tasks for manufacturers. The facility addresses a lack of real-world data for robot development and partners with Google DeepMind to share insights for improving AI models like Gemini Robots. Apptronik also unveiled upgraded Apollo humanoid robots, including a wheeled version due to current safety regulations.

Chicago experienced a severe heatwave with temperatures reaching 108 degrees, prompting an extreme heat warning. Residents adapted by using fire hydrants, umbrellas, and wearable fans, while meteorologists forecast gradual cooling by the weekend.

Block Club Chicago hosted an inaugural workforce development and career fair in Austin, featuring over 30 community partners like JPMorgan Chase and Rush University Medical Center. Mayor Brandon Johnson emphasized community investment to create economic opportunities, while BUILD Chicago's CEO highlighted the need for workforce development to address economic challenges. The event included resume reviews, mock interviews, and resources for job seekers.

A man was sentenced to 70 years in prison for a 2024 murder in Austin. A Travis County jury convicted him of the deadly shooting at a north Austin apartment.

CapMetro workers' union members authorized a strike against the Austin transit provider due to stalled contract negotiations. The vote resulted in 99.5% of members supporting the strike authorization.

The Austin Police Department is seeking help to identify three suspects accused of robbing a 7-Eleven store, injuring an employee, and stealing alcohol.

Central Texas leaders are warning that AI-driven layoffs may signal broader job losses in Austin's tech sector. Thousands of layoffs linked to artificial intelligence have raised concerns about the future of employment in the region's growing technology industry.

Austin is collaborating with Waymo to use autonomous vehicle data for identifying and repairing potholes. Real-time data from Waymo's self-driving cars is being shared with the city to address street conditions and prioritize problem areas.

Austin ISD delayed a plan to redraw most of the district's zones, which determines which schools students attend, by a year. Some boundary changes will still occur in the 2027-28 school year.

A Texas man was fatally crushed by a diseased pecan tree at Green Mesquite BBQ in Austin, leading to a lawsuit against the restaurant and neighboring property owners. The tree, dubbed 'Widow Maker,' allegedly showed visible signs of decay and was not properly maintained or inspected, according to the complaint.

P. Terry's Capital Plaza location is closing due to the I-35 expansion. Founder Patrick Terry described it as a 'flagship' store because of its triangular plot and visibility on Austin's busy highway.

A new platform called Spare Hands Students is helping Austin students earn cash on their own schedule. The service provides flexible job opportunities for students in the Austin area.

A 22-year-old man was fatally shot in the back in the 700 block of North Lavergne Avenue in Austin around 12:45 a.m. Tuesday. He was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital but died later, and an autopsy confirmed his death was a homicide. Area 4 detectives are investigating the incident.

A survey of 2,000 people across the United States found Austin ranks second most likely to experience catfishing scams on dating sites. The survey focused on experiences with catfishing in the context of online dating.