Shootings Rock Downtown Austin | Austin News

Austin News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 27, 2026 · 1m

Two shootings rocked downtown Austin over the weekend — one near Trinity Street led to arrests of two teens with firearms, while the other on Rainey Street left a non-life-threatening injury with no suspect yet. Despite the violence, locals say the area’s comeback momentum continues, with businesses thriving and residents feeling safe — even during the incident. Many believe guns are everywhere in Texas, and it’s the circumstances, not the location, that matter. Authorities are still hunting for the Rainey Street shooter as the Trinity Street case moves forward with charges. Listen in…