Texas AG Ken Paxton may avoid a trial for his criminal charges by agreeing to community service and restitution as part of a potential deal being negotiated.

Anthony Scott pleaded guilty to the 2021 first-degree murder of Jose Rodriguez in North Austin and was sentenced to 20 years in prison, with 882 days credited.

Justin Dyer is named the new dean of the UT Austin School of Civic Leadership, set to develop the institution further.

Austin Police Department is investigating a deadly vehicle collision from last Sunday on Technology Boulevard, which left Braden Norman dead and others injured.

Texans face high credit card and auto loan default rates, with an average household debt over $9,200, influenced by inflation and higher interest rates.

A man used a girl's boarding pass to sneak onto a Delta flight, resulting in an investigation for security breach.

Travis County announces its 6th Expunction Expo on April 27, helping eligible residents clear old criminal records, with applications open until April 5.

A staff member crashed into T.A. Brown Elementary School, with the building remaining open as it is structurally sound. Authorities indicate alcohol was not a factor.

Austin faces a day of scattered showers and possible strong storms, with a 70% chance of rain and high temperatures near 67 degrees. Evening may bring severe weather, particularly hail, in the Hill Country region.

Traffic on MoPac Expressway South in Austin is expected to worsen by 2045, with a 42% increase in delays, as per a CTRMA study. Proposed solutions include express lanes to improve commute times.

The great-horned owl Athena returns to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center for the 14th year. A live 'nest cam' with night vision lets viewers watch her nesting activities online, via the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s channel.

Austin's plans to replace the Dougherty Arts Center face a cost spike to $61 million, over twice the original estimate, due to delays and rising construction costs.

Georgetown's water system maintenance from April 17 to May 17 may cause temporary discoloration and chlorine odor in tap water, but it remains safe for consumption.