Chikage Windler

2 months ago | cbsaustin.com | Chikage Windler

AUSTIN, Texas -- The Running Event is a running-industry trade showcasing brands and products from hundreds of exhibitors. Many new products, from shoes and apparel to fuel and technology were unveiled at TRE in late November of 2024. CBS Austin Chief Meteorologist and 11-time marathoner Chikage Windler got a sneak peek at what's new for 2025. She found many brands optimize their products to perform better in extreme weather. "Welcome to The Running Event here in Austin.

Sep 24, 2024 | cbsaustin.com | Chikage Windler

AUSTIN, Texas - The 9th annual Oita ATX Japan Festival was held Sunday, September 22nd at the Long Center for the Performing Arts.Oita, Japan is one of Austin's 13 "Sister Cities," and this festival celebrated 34 years of connecting cultures and celebrating diversity. Oita ATX Japan Festival Food Trucks at The Long Center (Chikage Windler)The event featured Japanese music, art, dance, food, and fun for all ages.

Sep 3, 2024 | cbsaustin.com | Chikage Windler

August 31st, 2024 — CEDAR PARK, Texas - A dirt bike trail on the northeast side of Cedar Park has been a favorite of hikers and bikers for years. It's also been a well-kept secret. The secret's out now that the city is nearly finished building a paved, mixed-use trail that will connect the city and expand access for recreation and mobility to everyone. The trail runs beside the North Fork of Brushy Creek. Creeks and streams are beautiful to look at, but also prone to flooding.

Aug 20, 2024 | cbsaustin.com | Chikage Windler

August 17th, 2024 — AUSTIN, Texas - How clean is the air we breathe? Not clean enough, if recent trends hold. Earlier this year, the Environmental Protection Agency tightened the standards for acceptable levels of particle pollution. As CBS Austin Chief Meteorologist Chikage Windler found out, Travis County is at risk of nonattainment. "Air pollution is a big concern in Central Texas, from ozone pollution to particulate matter, like wildfire smoke and Saharan dust," says Windler.

Aug 20, 2024 | cbsaustin.com | Chikage Windler

August 3rd, 2024 — ROUND ROCK, Texas - You're probably used to seeing Austin's Congress Avenue bats fly out every summer evening, but it's not just bats, but also birds putting on a show. CBS Austin Chief Meteorologist Chikage Windler went to a shopping center parking lot for the festivities. "This weather's for the birds, and literally hundreds of thousands of them flock to La Frontera every night for a Purple Martin party," says Windler.