Train derailment in East Austin

Train derailment near Sixth Street in East Austin; traffic blocked, CapMetro rail affected
Seven railroad cars derailed in East Austin at 3:44 a.m. Tuesday, near East Sixth Street and Robert T. Martinez Jr. Street.
Train derailment in East Austin nearly misses apartment complex
The freight train derailment also derailed morning commutes on Metro Rail, in and out of downtown Austin. CapMetro bridged the gap with buses connecting commuters and Red Line trains at the MLK Station. CapMetro will resume normal services starting Wednesday, Oct. 23.
East Austin Struck by Power Outage as Train Derailment Downs Utility Pole
A train derailment in East Austin led to a power outage affecting 250 customers, with the incident impacting nearby resident safety and transportation services. No injuries were reported.
Silver Alert issued for 56-year-old woman missing from East Austin
AUSTIN, Texas — A Silver Alert has been issued for a missing 56-year-old woman who was last seen in East Austin on Wednesday afternoon. The Austin Police Department is searching for Maria Teresa, who is diagnosed with a cognitive impairment. She was last seen around 2:30 p.m. on Oct. 23 in the 1100 block of Tillery St.
Train derailment in East Austin; power outage in area
A train that has a length of 90 cars derailed near East 6th Street and Robert T. Martinez Jr. St. 7 cars have turned over with two of those containing gravel.
Train derailment in East Austin causes CapMetro and traffic disruptions
The Austin Fire Department said no one was injured and no hazardous materials are involved when seven train cars derailed early Tuesday morning. Officials expect the area to be cleared by 5 p.m.
Train derailment in East Austin; CapMetro rail service disrupted
A train with a length of 90 cars derailed near East 6th Street and Robert T. Martinez Jr. St. on Tuesday, Oct. 22. Seven cars have turned over with two of those containing gravel and the other five are empty.
Police search for two suspects in armed robbery at East Austin apartments
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Missing 56-year-old woman last seen in East Austin found safe
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Power restored in east Austin after derailed train hit utility pole, causing outage Tuesday
One of the train cars hit a utility pole in the area, causing a power outage. Austin Energy responded to the scene and ...
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Mixed-use development in West Campus, South, East Austin sheds light on Austin’s growth strategy
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Planning Commission postpones commercial rezoning of East Austin church
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Developer secures $28.5M loan for East Austin infill housing
The project is forecast to be sold out 27 months from now, although sale prices of the homes haven't been decided.