Austin urges residents and small businesses to obtain flood insurance, highlighting a 25% policy discount and the risks of flooding outside high-risk zones.

Florence ISD closed schools on Monday due to a significant water line issue, leaving buildings without water. The city is working on repairs, expects to restore water by the afternoon or evening, and has set up emergency water distribution.

Jackey Martin from Central Texas received a life sentence for the aggravated sexual assault of an 8-year-old, confirmed through DNA evidence and witness testimony.

Austin's weather is predicted to remain sunny and warm into October with mid-90s temperatures and clear skies, though an Air Quality Alert has been issued. Rain is unlikely, and the Caribbean may develop a tropical storm later in the week.

An oven fire at Bill Miller Bar-B-Q in South Austin was quickly extinguished by firefighters, with no injuries reported and damage limited to the oven.

ESD #10 in Williamson County has hired its first paid firefighters to address increasing call volumes, with crews working 12-hour weekday shifts to support the volunteer force.

Central Texas is set for a series of sunny, warm days with low humidity, according to forecasters. Highs may reach 94 degrees with clear nights anticipated. Some rain is possible later in the week, and tropical weather activity is being monitored.

One dead after a family violence incident in Pflugerville; suspect detained and weapon recovered, with no further threat to the public. Investigation ongoing.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport has begun construction on new midfield taxiways, set to pave the way for Concourse B as part of a $320 million project expected to complete by 2027.

Austin Police executed a search warrant at an East Austin game room, Luck 4 Ever, after complaints and arrests linked to the establishment. Investigations are ongoing with community concerns over crime.

Body camera footage is central in the trial of Officer Christopher Taylor, charged for the fatal shooting of knife-armed Mauris DeSilva in 2019. Officer Joseph Cast's testimony described the confrontation at the Spring Condominiums.

Austin Police discovered two bodies in a home, suspecting Youree Kang killed his wife Hannah and himself, marking the city's 46th homicide of the year.

Austin Police Department and Dell Children's Medical Center organized a superhero event to entertain pediatric patients, featuring costumed heroes rappelling down the building.