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Patricia Lim/KUT NewsTemperatures in the Austin area have been running about 10 degrees hotter than usual for October, with hardly any rain during what is supposed to be the second rainiest month of the year. CBS Austin morning meteorologist Avery Tomasco joined us to explain why we're stuck in this endless summer. -
Michael Minasi/KUT NewsMost wildfires are caused by human activities and can spread quickly. Taking precautions to protect yourself, your family and your community can go a long way.
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More than 2,000 pieces created by people experiencing homelessness will be displayed for sale during the show this weekend. Ninety-five percent of every purchase goes back to the artists. -
The governor called the planned protest an “antifa-linked demonstration.” Nearly 100 events will take place over the weekend throughout the Lone Star State. -
The higher tax rate would generate nearly $110 million for the 2025-26 fiscal year to help reduce homelessness, improve parks and enhance public safety. -
The Austin FIRST program will send a mental health clinician and an EMS paramedic along with police to respond to emergent mental health situations. -
ICE doesn’t appear to have a consistent policy of how and when to notify local law enforcement about immigration raids. -
The new law, called the "Campus Protection Act," requires student groups to get the university's permission before inviting guest speakers to campus, among other restrictions. Students have raised concerns that these changes limit their free speech. -
As part of the deal, Maggie Lea and Tamara Hoover stepped down as owners of the queer-friendly venue. Pride Holdings will handle Cheer Up Charlies' rent, payroll, taxes, insurance and the cost of live entertainment. -
During the PUPA show, performers present 5-minute-long personal stories based on a theme. The founder says it's a place for "experimentation." -
Large public events like the ACL festival can impact park ecosystems and the health of the grass. But with the right approach the turf can be pretty resilient. -
As part of the ceasefire deal, Hamas agreed to free the last living hostages, who have been captive for more two years, in return for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and detainees. Hamas will also return the bodies of 28 dead hostages.
