Austin Council Member Chito Vela is leading significant updates in housing policy aimed at resolving the housing crisis, including eliminating parking requirements for new developments and supporting a plan to allow three units per single-family lot.

Austin City Council Member José Velásquez prioritizes communication and community relations improvement, noting progress since last year's ice storm response and advocating for affordable housing in District 3.

Police confirmed an officer-involved shooting in Northeast Austin. APD is investigating the incident, with no details on involved parties or circumstances yet released.

Georgetown, Texas, adopts the Georgetown Future Mobility Plan to manage traffic for the growing city, focusing on road development and transportation infrastructure for the next 20-30 years.

The Travis County Sheriff's Office reports decreased vacancy rates due to a successful marketing campaign, with staffing improvements in various positions, though correction officer vacancies remain at 27%.

Five new towers are set to open in downtown Austin in 2024, including the city's tallest building, despite a slow office market but growing residential and retail demand.

Chris Hartgraves created a Christmas light display in Georgetown, Texas, that was so impressive it sparked alien rumors before police confirmed its benign nature.

Austin council member Natasha Harper-Madison returns from a medical leave for mental health, openly discussing her depression and anxiety, and advocating for mental health initiatives.

Wild Republic produces sustainable, educational toys, collaborating with scientists to minimize environmental impact and support conservation efforts.

A man in Bastrop County was hospitalized following an officer-involved shooting after he fired at deputies responding to a disturbance. He is in stable condition and faces charges of Attempted Capital Murder.

Austin's Delicious Tamales locations experienced high traffic as people gathered traditional holiday tamales, a favorite family and Latina-owned business from San Antonio.

A major multi-vehicle crash shut down northbound I-35 near Georgetown, Texas. Traffic was diverted and Round Rock Police helped. Details on injuries were not provided. Roads reopened after the accident was cleared.

Laura Lynch, a founding member of The Chicks, died in a car accident in Texas. Her former bandmates mourned her loss, highlighting her role in their early success.