Friday brings relief from the heat with cooler mornings ahead, plus new Korean dining discoveries worth exploring and creative opportunities to connect with your community. Austin's film scene continues growing with more job opportunities, and our local high school athletes are making us proud. Your daily dose of what's getting better in Travis County. Sign up for episode notifications and contact me at TapYourNews.com

A person died after being pulled from Lake Travis Sunday afternoon despite rescue efforts, reminding locals about water safety. Austin FC scored a dramatic stoppage-time victory over Seattle Sounders 2-1 at Q2 Stadium. Round Rock opens its first high-level NICU at Baylor Scott & White. The weekend heat continues with potential midweek relief and rain chances. Get your local news at TapYourNews.com

A deadly crash involving an 18-wheeler backs up I-35 near Tech Ridge Boulevard while arrest warrants are issued for a hate crime at Barton Springs. Plus, free entry to 30+ museums this Sunday, Austin ranks as a Top 10 coffee city, and Cedar Park reports second rabid bat this week. Get your Friday morning Travis County news update. TapYourNews.com

It’s Wednesday, September 17, and we’re bringing you Travis County’s morning scoop. Today’s show covers the $4.5 million fire at The Domain, a Kyle man facing federal charges after Austin robberies, and the return of Fantastic Fest. We’ve also got news on film casting in Austin, a community feedback session at the Carver Museum, and a Rapid Fire list to make your day better. Stick around for your dad joke of the day… and a smile to-go.

Travis County was shaken when an Austin police officer was shot near Zilker Park on Azie Morton Road. KVUE reports the officer is recovering, but the incident raised big questions about safety in one of Austin’s most familiar spots.

We’ll also dig into the confusion: Austin’s emergency alert system failed to send a shelter-in-place, and Barton Hills parents are demanding answers after a lockdown was lifted too soon. On the brighter side, East Austin now has a brand-new 40-unit domestic violence shelter providing refuge and support for families in crisis.

Plus — from weekend festivals and a new Tiger Woods–backed mini golf spot to today’s fresh dad joke — we’ll help you start the day both informed and smiling.

Parents in Barton Hills are demanding answers after a shelter-in-place was lifted while a gunman was still on the loose. An Austin police officer is recovering after being shot near Zilker Park — and a dad on his bike helped track the suspect down. Plus, a disturbing case at H-E-B, a wastewater spill in Manor, and some big bragging rights for Austin’s food and film scene.

Wake up with Steve — your Granddude neighbor — for the wit, wisdom, and headlines that matter in Travis County.

East Austin celebrates a national award-winning baker, while Highland Park unveils a community sculpture that’s both art and hangout. We’ve got your weather, resilience plans, beergarita buzz, and a new Bobby Hill-inspired dish. Plus — our taco-themed dad joke of the day.

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