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Mayor’s Health & Well-Being Council Announces New Partnerships & Award Recipients

Worksite & Faith Community Health Partners recognized for their efforts promoting health and well-being.

Homicide Investigation in the 6600 block of Willow Way

Homicide Investigation in the 6600 block of Willow Way

Results of Labor Day 2026 Drive Sober, No Regrets Initiative Increased DWI Enforcement-No Refusal

Results of Labor Day 2026 Drive Sober, No Regrets Initiative Increased DWI Enforcement-No Refusal

Second Measles Case of 2026 Reported in Travis County

Austin Public Health confirms its second case of measles in Travis County in 2026. The case involves an unvaccinated infant who most likely was exposed to the virus while traveling internationally.

Traffic Fatality in the 1300 block of S. Capital of Texas Highway NB

Traffic Fatality in the 1300 block of S. Capital of Texas Highway NB

Traffic Fatality in the 13300 block of N. FM 620 Road SB

Traffic Fatality in the 13300 block of N. FM 620 Road SB

Traffic Fatality in the Intersection of S. IH-25 SVRD NB and E. SH 71 SVRD WB

Traffic Fatality in the Intersection of S. IH-25 SVRD NB and E. SH 71 SVRD WB

UPDATE: Suspect Arrested in Homicide Investigation in the 1900 block of Woodland Avenue

UPDATE: Suspect Arrested in Homicide Investigation in the 1900 block of Woodland Avenue

A historical view of the Longhorn Dam under construction in 1960.
Test of Longhorn Dam Floodgate Warning Sirens Scheduled for September 15

Austin Water will conduct a test of the floodgate warning sirens at Longhorn Dam on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 10 a.m. Residents in the surrounding area may hear the siren during the test. No emergency is occurring and no action is required.