Austin plans to approve a $23 million contract for a new pedestrian and cyclist bridge over Lady Bird Lake, aiming to improve mobility and ease congestion near the Longhorn Dam. Construction is expected to start in 2023 and finish in 2026.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is enhancing runway safety through new FAA-endorsed surveillance technology aimed at preventing on-ground accidents.

One person died and another was injured in Austin's 23rd deadly crash of 2024. A vehicle struck a light pole on Forbes Drive; passenger Carolina Lopez later died at the hospital. APD is investigating and seeking public assistance with information.

The Biden administration commits $6.4 billion to Samsung for expanding chip production in Texas, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign semiconductor supplies and create over 21,500 jobs.

Austin's 96th annual ABC Kite Fest at Zilker Park featured kite flying, local music, food, family activities, and a market with women-owned businesses.

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick outlines 57 priorities for Texas Senate, including school choice and power grid issues, while the Texas House sees a conservative shift with its "Contract with Texas."

Texas Governor Abbott spoke at the CHOSEN Conference on adoption, sharing his personal experiences and advocating for resources in the state's foster care system, encouraging others to embrace adoption enthusiastically.

San Marcos police shot and killed a man who allegedly threatened pedestrians with knives and charged towards an occupied business, despite being tased. Investigations are ongoing.

A new EMS medic station was inaugurated at Liberty Hill Fire Station 2 in Williamson County, addressing a 103% rise in emergency calls due to area growth.

A stolen truck crashed into a Texas DPS office in Brenham, causing serious injuries. The act is deemed intentional; the driver, denied a license earlier, is arrested.

Austin Public Health is archiving its COVID-19 Dashboard due to changes in reporting requirements and a shift in focus to broader respiratory illnesses monitoring.

Antonelli's Cheese Shop opens a new tasting room in South Austin's Lamar Union complex, offering cheese tastings and food events, but no in-store sales.

An individual was arrested for a threatening "prank" at Austin Community College, wearing a ski mask and causing alarm. No weapons were found, but the suspect had trespassed before. The situation was quickly controlled by campus police.