Two fatalities occurred in Buda, Texas, when a concrete truck collided with a school bus, leading to community grief and an ongoing investigation into the incident involving FJM Concrete Pumping.

A hailstorm hit Hamilton Pool Road in Austin, covering the area with pea- and dime-sized hailstones, and surprising residents with a wintry scene. Despite concerns of damage, no severe impacts were reported.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott orders higher education institutions to revise free speech policies to include clear definitions and sanctions for antisemitism.

Texans driving to view the April 8 solar eclipse will be greeted by native wildflowers along highways, thanks to TxDOT's careful cultivation since the 1930s. These flowers support local ecosystems and require annual planting and maintenance.

Interstellar BBQ's GM Holden Fulco is launching Parish Barbecue pop-up in Austin, offering a blend of Texas and Louisiana flavors, including a brisket debris po' boy.

Travis County has experienced negative migration for the first time in two decades, with more people leaving than arriving, possibly due to the high cost of living.

A Forbes Advisor study ranks Texas as the fifth most expensive state for healthcare, impacting residents with high costs and causing some to forgo medical visits.

A bus collision in Austin, Texas, resulted in two deaths and left a pre-K teacher with extensive injuries, sparking community support and safety concerns on SH 21.

A study by Texas State University finds that the number of dry springs in Texas has nearly tripled in the last 50 years due to overpumping and increased population.

Governor Abbott announced Eastman Chemical's $1.2 billion investment in a new Texas facility, expected to create 200 jobs and highlighting the state's favorable business environment.

Austin's Project Connect light rail system, starting construction in 2027 and aiming to complete by 2033, estimates costs of $7.1 billion. The project seeks federal funding and is engaging in community workshops and environmental impact assessments.

Austin's Oak Hill Elementary, open since 1974 with an open-concept design, gets walls and renovations for security and learning, funded by a $2.44 billion voter-approved bond.

Austin's denning season from March to November leads to increased urban coyote sightings; residents are advised to not feed them and report encounters.