An Austin appeals court ruled Planned Parenthood affiliates can continue a challenge to Texas' private‑enforcement abortion law, saying the threat of lawsuits has chilled care.

Governor Abbott appoints H. Dustin Fillmore III as judge for Tarrant County's 236th Judicial District Court until Dec 31, 2026.

Austin's weather will be sunny with mid-70s today, cooling to mid-50s over the weekend, and a breezy 66 degrees expected for MLK Day. Weekday forecasts suggest mild temps with a chance of midweek showers.

Buda officials say federal agents briefly parked a transport vehicle outside City Hall while conducting enforcement nearby. The city and police say they were not part of the operation.

Canyon Ranch is building a 600‑acre wellness resort in Spicewood and has tapped two‑Michelin‑star chef Val M. Cantú to run its flagship restaurant. Reservations are slated for March 2026 with a fall opening planned.

Spec’s is proposing a 12,000‑sq‑ft shop at 1481 Hero Way — the chain’s first in Leander — with wine, spirits, deli items and THC drinks per public filings.

City leaders are weighing a capped 2026 bond and a new mayoral "decision tree" to frame trade-offs after voters rejected Prop Q. Staff and a task force will narrow projects this spring.

Governor Abbott appoints John E. Burt as Jasper County Criminal District Attorney until the end of 2026, recognizing his extensive legal and educational background.

CesiumAstro is set to build a new manufacturing facility and headquarters in Texas, investing over $500 million and creating 500 jobs to strengthen the state's aerospace industry.

Texas Governor Abbott appoints Ryan D. Larson and Terence Davis to the Child Protective Investigations Advisory Committee to improve child welfare system integrity.

The Texas Volts join the Athletes Unlimited Softball League and will call Round Rock's Dell Diamond home, with Cat Osterman as GM and Ricci Woodard as head coach.

A new Latin‑infused nightclub quietly opened in the former Prohibition space, offering Friday salsa lessons, monthly wellness pop‑ups and a hidden performance stage.

Suspected explosive devices were found near Dime Box, and deputies secured the intersection while experts evaluate the scene. Officials warned residents to avoid the area and said evacuations were possible.