A juvenile family member allegedly shot and killed an individual in Williamson County, and has been detained; authorities are investigating the incident.

Following controversies, the Texas Lottery Commission has been replaced by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, which now oversees lottery operations with a focus on addressing issues and adapting to player preferences.

A Hays CISD bus driver resigned after nearly colliding with a train in Kyle, with no students on board and no injuries or damage reported. The district faces community concerns over transportation safety.

Central Texans face the FEMA assistance deadline after Independence Day floods, with most lacking flood insurance and struggling with bureaucracy. Despite hardships, some consider rebuilding, assisted by organizations and local relief efforts.

A crash in Elgin killed two, including a minor, and injured four. Two cars caught fire after the collision at US Highway 290 and Saratoga Farms Blvd. Local hospitals are treating survivors.

Austin's weather forecast predicts a mix of late summer warmth and potential thunderstorms, with a partly sunny Labor Day and temperatures approaching triple digits midweek, before chances of rain increase by the weekend.

A person experiencing a mental health crisis on SH 130 caused a temporary road closure managed by Mustang Ridge police; lanes reopened within 30 minutes.

An Austin man was arrested for the manslaughter of his girlfriend after initially claiming she died from choking; autopsy revealed a fatal head injury.

Round Rock Mayor Craig Morgan criticizes SB 10, saying the bill's lower property tax revenue cap would force tough cuts to essential city services. He also highlights the city's efficient use of sales tax and the need for school finance reform.

The Round Rock Planning Commission will discuss downtown code amendments aimed at making the area more vibrant and pedestrian-friendly on September 3.

TxDOT warns of heavy traffic in Texas during Labor Day weekend, with delays expected on I-10 and I-35. They advise planning ahead and offer resources for real-time updates.

A U.S citizen in Mexico City was convicted on four federal drug trafficking charges for smuggling cocaine into the U.S., with potential penalties of 5-40 years per count and fines up to $5 million.

Hays County will address officials' salary grievances at a public hearing on September 3, 2025, focusing on FY 2026 budget disputes, with open deliberation and voting.