How to navigate Central Texas's unpredictable real estate market
If you're looking to buy or sell a home in Central Texas, you'll likely be navigating an unpredictable real estate market. A local realtor offers some advice in this 7 On Your Side.
Fake negative online reviews damages small Austin business
An Austin small business owner says he has taken a major financial hit thanks to fake online reviews that he says have damaged his reputation. It's a problem that experts say is on the rise.
East Travis County residents concerned about water quality
Residents in parts of east Travis County said they are deeply concerned about both the cost and quality of the water that comes out of their faucets.
New phone scam targeting Amazon customers
A new phone scam is targeting people who shop on Amazon.
Leander veteran voices frustrations with the VA
A Central Texas veteran is voicing his frustration with the Department of Veterans Affairs, saying he's not getting the quality of care he deserves.
Liberty Hill property owner latest victim in seller impersonation fraud
If you own or are looking to buy land in Central Texas, scammers may be targeting you. More and more often, crooks are impersonating property owners, and trying to sell their land as if it's their own.
Leander man's car registration blocked due to $1,600 of unpaid tolls
Did you know that you can have your car's registration taken away in Texas if you don't pay your tolls? It happened to a man in Leander.
Gallons of sewage backs up into Austin family's home due to construction mishap
A West Austin woman says her family's life was turned upside down, after gallons and gallons of sewage backed up into her home. It was caused by a mishap during a city construction project.
Scammers using online dating profiles to take advantage of those looking for love
More people than ever are trying to find romance online these days. But scammers are increasingly using those dating apps to try to take advantage of those looking for love.
South Austin 'ghost neighborhood' demolished after failed construction
A so-called “ghost neighborhood" in South Austin has been demolished after the developer failed to finish construction.
Taco Museum ticket buyers in Austin, San Antonio are fighting for refunds
An event that was supposed to be held in three Texas cities sold tickets to tons of people. Now, people's money has disappeared, just like the Taco Museum's website.
Bee Cave man waits over a year to get pool repairs for 'concrete cancer'
Concrete cancer plagues pools all across the Central Texas area. It is something most people don't know about when they start construction.
New scam targets Central Texas contractors looking for work
There's a new scam targeting Central Texas contractors looking for work. Scammers are pretending to be homeowners, tricking contractors into doing a job, then leaving them and the real owner holding the bag.
Georgetown woman scammed out of $2K for dog that never showed up
If you're looking to add a new four-legged member to your family, beware of online scammers. A Georgetown woman found herself out thousands of dollars for a dog that never showed up.
Georgetown neighborhood begs for help to end daily harassment from neighbor
A Georgetown neighborhood says it’s dealing with a "nightmare" neighbor and is asking for help ending it.
Southwest Airlines plane narrowly avoids crashing into jet on Chicago runway
A Southwest Airlines plane that was landing at Chicago’s Midway Airport had to quickly pull up to avoid hitting a private jet that was crossing the runway.
CapMetro's new fare payment system begins March 1
CapMetro is unveiling a new fare payment system next week. This comes after riders voiced their frustration with the current system.
Woman renting storage unit in Round Rock claims her late father's items are missing
A woman renting a storage unit in Round Rock is begging for answers after she said her late father’s items went missing.
SXSW warns musicians of ongoing scam requiring artists to pay to perform
SXSW kicks off in a little over three weeks, and a lot of musicians are excited about the chance to play at the festival. But scammers are targeting some artists with fake SXSW invitations requiring them to pay to perform.
Recapture in Texas: Push to reform school property tax revenue redistribution policy
Education is dominating the debate at the Texas Capitol this session, including a push to reform the way money is redistributed among districts though a policy known as "recapture".