AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin’s mayor is reacting to a KXAN investigation, which found an increase in homeless camp fires during cold weather months over the past five years. “The best way for us to prevent ...

Gov. Greg Abbott (R-TX) on Tuesday announced he has launched a state-led operation to “clean up” Austin by removing homeless camps in the capital city. “Texans should not endure public safety risks ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott directed state agencies to dismantle homeless camps in Austin, according to a news release Tuesday. Austin ...

AUSTIN, Texas — As frigid temperatures swept through Austin over the weekend, the city’s emergency response efforts were put to the test and officials said those preparations likely saved lives.

The sister of a victim shot and killed by a man wanted for murder is speaking out The man was found hiding in an Austin homeless camp The state is removing homeless camps and relocating people in ...

Austin leaders say they were blindsided Tuesday when Gov. Greg Abbott announced he had dispatched state troopers and soldiers to clear homeless encampments throughout the city. The Republican said in ...

AUSTIN, Texas — On Thursday, the Austin City Council unanimously approved a multi-million dollar plan to house the city's homeless community. Councilmembers decided earlier this week to ditch their ...

Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. Gov. Greg Abbott has launched an ...