Estância Brazilian Steakhouse has opened in Leander, bringing tableside churrasco and a large salad bar to the 183A corridor. Owners held a ribbon-cutting on Jan. 28.

Cool morning near 37°F gives way to highs near 69°F today with gusts up to 25 mph; patchy fog possible before Tuesday’s commute.

Two UT Greek chapters joined an amicus brief defending the Texas Dream Act as hundreds of students face sudden reclassification and much higher tuition bills.

Two Austin men pleaded guilty and were sentenced to county jail after a West Campus burglary that left a woman hospitalized, court records show.

Pasta|Bar will close at the end of February. The chefs behind Scratch Restaurants say a new concept is planned for the East Sixth location.

Noble Joe Coffee is expanding again: the Riverside stand will move into a larger trolley and the brand plans a third mobile location this spring. The owners expect a March–April launch.

Cayman Airways introduces a seasonal nonstop service from Austin to Grand Cayman, offering direct access to the Caribbean destination with perks like free drinks, meals, and carry-on.

Gov. Abbott announced a TSIF grant to LTD Material for an 88,000‑sq‑ft Austin facility to produce high‑purity quartz parts, add training and create about 40 jobs.

Cranky Granny's is opening a pick‑up focused Cedar Park shop on March 28, with a founding‑members drive through March 8 to help fund renovations. The new space aims to speed production and cut sellouts.

APD posted photos seeking tips after a Facebook Marketplace sale where a vehicle's odometer and title were reportedly altered.

Austin police say drink‑spiking downtown is increasingly being used to steal phone passcodes and bank info. Officers and advocates urge vigilance and offer safety tips.

A popular Buda taqueria will open two Kyle locations this spring, expanding the town's growing retail corridor.

The Round Rock Fire Department's Crisis Response Unit has been actively helping those affected by Winter Storm Fern, providing crisis support and emergency assistance.