Austin, TX news on Friday, October 30, 2026

In Austin, TX on Friday, October 30, 2026: Shooting spree trial begins; final day to vote. Also: Data center operator Sabey DC is piloting HVO fuel as a diesel replacement at its Austin facility; One person died in a motorcycle-SUV crash in South Austin late Thursday. Weather: Expect heavy rain today with about 0.43 inches, temperatures 64-74°F and winds up to 9 mph.

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Data center operator Sabey DC is piloting HVO fuel as a diesel replacement at its Austin facility.Data Center Dynamics · Oct 30, 10:44 AM

News & local government

Trial testimony began for a man charged in connection with an Austin-San Antonio shooting spree.KEYE · Oct 29, 5:46 PM

Safety & emergencies

One person died in a motorcycle-SUV crash in South Austin late Thursday.KVUE · Oct 30, 4:29 AM

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