A motorcyclist was killed early Tuesday after a crash at East Parmer Lane and the I‑35 frontage road in north Austin. Police have identified the rider and are investigating.

Local advocates pressed City Hall Tuesday to protect the Historic Colored Addition as council considers a study to upgrade roads, drainage and preserve burial grounds.

Muggy Tuesday turns hot and then stormy; thunderstorms late Tuesday night could drop heavy rain and cause localized flooding across Austin.

The Central Texas VA is planning a $44.5M, ~64,000 sq ft outpatient clinic at 4425 University Blvd in Round Rock to expand primary, mental-health and specialty care for veterans.

A lightning strike ignited a fast-moving blaze that destroyed the Holiday Inn Express in Brady; guests evacuated safely and the state fire marshal called the building a total loss.

Paul Miller, a former Austin-area gymnastics coach, has been indicted in Kendall County on child indecency charges linked to an alleged August 2024 incident; a trial is set for June 15, 2026.

Austin police will boost visible patrols at mosques as Eid al‑Adha approaches, saying there are no known threats while coordinating with state and federal partners.

Boutique developer Trestle Studio, with Sopris Capital, agreed to buy Lakeway Resort & Spa and plans a full renovation of the 168‑room Lake Travis property. The sale and overhaul aim to modernize rooms, F&B and meeting spaces while leaning into the lakeside setting.

Stonelake aims to redevelop 5.2 acres at 1700 S. Lamar into apartments and street‑level retail after a 2025 rezoning; neighbors secured setbacks and trash protections.

Three people were arrested after an overnight operation at San Marcos Premium Outlets that police say solved multiple smash-and-grab burglaries. Investigators credit surveillance footage and weeks of detective work.

The Pulao Company plans a mid‑June opening in Leander, centering its menu on pulao rice dishes plus chaat, falooda and a juice bar.

Owner Evan Zwerneman and an employee were arrested after two dogs died of heat stroke in a cargo van; investigators say the business misrepresented services.

Court filings identify 22‑year‑old Dalin Harris as a second suspect in the April 26 Sam's BBQ shooting in East Austin; six people were wounded and the investigation is ongoing.