Texans will vote on a $20 billion water infrastructure initiative, Proposition 4, funded by sales tax revenue to address the state's water supply challenges, including projects like desalination and pipe upgrades.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott deploys DPS and National Guard ahead of a protest in Austin, citing concerns of potential violence and affirming a zero-tolerance stance on destruction.

Liberty Hill's Dark Sky Community event, "Mysteries & Myths," offers stargazing, crafts, and food on October 25 from 5:30-11:11 p.m at River Ranch County Park.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announces a special election for Senate District 4 on May 2, 2026, with a candidate filing deadline of March 3, 2026. Early voting starts April 20, 2026.

A crash on State Highway 71 near Spicewood caused traffic delays and road closures; details on injuries and impact on those involved remain undisclosed.

A Round Rock ISD bus was involved in a fiery crash with two other vehicles, leading to one student needing medical attention. The bus driver evacuated all eight students safely.

Texas Rep. Gina Hinojosa is running for governor, challenging incumbent Gov. Greg Abbott with a platform opposing "billionaires and corporations" and advocating for Texas families.

A Leander ISD bus monitor, Steven Wade Lackey, has been arrested for indecency with a child. The investigation by Cedar Park Police is ongoing, and Lackey has been fired by the district.

A former Travis County corrections officer, Amos Nyanway, was terminated and charged with smuggling chicken wings into jail for an inmate, a Class B misdemeanor.

An Austin police officer was removed from patrol after striking a person during a crowd-control event last Friday. The incident is under investigation, with Austin's Mayor decrying the officer's actions.

Richard Vincent Ramos received a 90-year sentence for the aggravated sexual assault of multiple children as documented by CBS Austin and FOX 7 Austin.

Austin Police are investigating a homicide in North Austin with a victim pronounced dead after a shooting. They're seeking public assistance in the case.

A person was shot in the neck by an Austin police officer after an alleged drive-by shooting incident. The officer fired at the suspect's vehicle as it failed to stop. A gun was found in the vehicle, and the investigation is ongoing.