The Austin City Council approved a $5.9 billion budget for 2024-25, including a property tax increase and investments in housing, cultural initiatives, and reproductive health services.

A judge in Travis County, Texas, has blocked the release of school A-F accountability ratings following a lawsuit over the validity of the STAAR test results.

Lakeway, Texas, is amending pool ordinances to help homeowners with pools affected by "concrete cancer," or alkali-silica reaction, by reducing related costs.

Texas Parks & Wildlife Department will release an updated app for hunters and anglers on Aug. 15, offering mandatory reporting, digital tagging, and offline use.

The Trinity Center at St. David’s Episcopal Church in Austin has become a cooling center for the city's unhoused, offering shelter, food, showers, and clothes during high temperatures.

Liberty Hill Police Chief Royce Graeter resigns after seven years; Lt. Jeff Ringstaff is appointed as interim chief.

Round Rock, Texas ranks as one of the best places to live in the Southwest according to a new livability ranking, highlighting its affordability and quality of life.

Texas faces an educational crisis as over a third of the 49,000 new teachers hired are uncertified, which has been linked to a decline in student performance.

Austin police released 911 audio from when Jason John drowned in Lady Bird Lake, revealing details of the failed rescue attempt and prompting enhanced safety measures.

Hutto Police Department is recognized by MADD for its anti-DWI efforts, with several officers receiving commendations for their enforcement and education initiatives.

A vehicle struck two pedestrians in Austin, resulting in one fatality and one injury. Police are investigating the incident, Austin's 51st fatal traffic event of 2024.

Authorities responded to a false alarm regarding a suspicious package in North Austin's Wells Branch, with residents asked to shelter in place until the package was deemed safe.

Ford and TXU Energy partner to offer free off-peak EV charging for Ford EV owners in Texas, with bill credits and sign-up bonuses, aiming to reduce charging costs and improve grid resilience.