Austin FC faces Seattle Sounders in MLS after a tough opener and with defender Leo Väisänen injured, but may get a boost if captain Sebastian Driussi returns from injury.

A man was paralyzed in Tulum, Mexico, after a wave caused a severe neck injury. Medical challenges and insurance issues compounded expenses, prompting a GoFundMe for support.

TxDOT launches the "Drive Sober. No Regrets." campaign with college students to prevent drunk driving during spring break, after alarming DUI statistics.

The Round Rock Public Library invites 8-18 year olds to enter its annual writing contest, with online submissions open from March 1-30, and includes workshops. Winners receive gift cards and have their work published online and in a library book.

The Supreme Court heard arguments on the legality of the federal bump stock ban, with justices divided on the issue and the ATF's regulatory authority.

SXSW gears up for its 2024 event with unique attractions, expecting a strong turnout and including keynotes from industry leaders along with various free community events.

Researchers from Texas McCombs developed an AI model that can improve diabetes prevention and could potentially save billions in healthcare costs by better allocating resources.

Emergency crews tackled a kitchen fire at a downtown Austin midrise, with no injuries thanks to a sprinkler system. Two other fires occurred earlier, and a separate large wildfire burns near Amarillo.

Austin debates changes to the Butler Hike and Bike Trail, with concerns on environmental impact and the removal of the trail width limit, as the Parks Board recommends code amendments.

Austin is inaugurating a new joint Fire/EMS station, the Goodnight Ranch Fire/EMS Station, to improve emergency response in Southeast Austin on February 29th.

Matthew McConaughey read his children's book "Just Because" to St. Jude patients, donated 200 copies, and engaged in a Q&A session, part of a Leap Day kindness campaign.

Governor Greg Abbott activates an enhanced emergency response for Texas wildfires, deploying resources and receiving federal assistance to support firefighting and recovery efforts.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced the 2024 Governor's Small Business Summit in 15 communities to support local entrepreneurs with resources and networking opportunities.