Austin Council member Ryan Alter proposes an ordinance for fee transparency in rental pricing, which is set for council consideration and aligns with wider efforts to eliminate hidden costs for renters.

The Austin City Council has approved a new central headquarters for police, fire, and EMS, costing $107.6 million with additional renovation expenses.

Central Texas cities face water rate hikes starting in January, with a $10 increase per acre-foot approved by the LCRA to fund new projects and expenses.

A facility for repurposing EV batteries is being set up in Taylor, Texas, backed by a $20.3 million Department of Energy grant, which will create jobs and support sustainable energy efforts.

A 20-year-old man from San Marcos is charged with murder after a fentanyl poisoning death in Kyle, with police linking him to the distribution of laced pills.

The University of Texas has introduced a new Climate System Science major, focusing on climate-related challenges and the interaction of Earth's components, equipped with a strong emphasis on data management skills.

The Travis County Sheriff's Office and ACC have launched a vocational program at the Travis County Correctional Complex to prepare inmates for future employment.

Governor Abbott announced the 2024 Governor’s Small Business Summit in Sweetwater to support entrepreneurs, offering resources, networking, and expert advice for business growth.

The Austin Police Department and Council Member Velásquez are actively supporting Domestic Violence Awareness Month, while APD reports a disturbing increase in domestic assault cases.

Austin's weather features patchy morning fog, mostly cloudy skies, and a high near 91 degrees today, with a nighttime low around 66. A cold front late next week might bring rain.

The article describes a fatal shooting of a teenage girl, Za'Riyah Sheffield, in Austin and the arrest of a 16-year-old male suspect involved in the incident.

Dearing Elementary in Pflugerville resumed normal activities after being placed in "secure" mode due to a nearby police search for a car theft suspect.

A training exercise by the Austin Fire Department led to a real medical emergency, resulting in the hospitalization of an actor involved in the drill.