Cypress Christian School says it won’t join Texas’ new voucher program, telling families that accepting state money could threaten its ability to enforce what it calls "biblical rule." The move highlights tension over oversight in the TEFA rollout.

Town Lake Company's CEO says prime downtown sites will sit idle for now as leasing and lending soften. The pause could create scarcity when projects restart.

A Texas State philosophy professor sued the university in federal court, saying his contract nonrenewal was retaliation for an off‑campus Palestine talk. The filing asks a judge to block his May 31, 2026 termination.

Dell Medical School’s Class of 2026 matched last week, but only a small share will train in Austin — highlighting retention gaps as Texas faces a projected doctor shortfall.

Fredericksburg is launching its first Restaurant Week in early May, pairing prix‑fixe menus with winery pop‑ups and block‑party events. Tickets and event listings will appear on the festival site.

A 20-year-old Austin man was killed and two passengers were injured after a Dodge truck rolled on FM 969 near Imperial Drive, authorities say.

UT's Texas Foster Youth Network will run a call center staffed by former foster youth to connect alumni of care with jobs, schooling and case support. It is backed by a $4M state grant.

Bryan Adams will bring his Roll With The Punches tour to Moody Center on July 28 with Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo. Presales start Tuesday; public sale Friday.

Austin is revamping its economic-development playbook after some companies opt for suburban campuses. City leaders say speeding approvals will be central to the plan.

Austin police say they are investigating a homicide near 4700 Loyola Lane; media briefing and staging details are pending.

A 20i survey finds Texas web designers report more pay satisfaction than peers on the coasts, even with lower average salaries. Cost of living and career stage appear to matter more than raw dollars.

Gov. Abbott launched a Texas Jobs Council to shore up shortages in electricians, welders and other trades; the panel will hand in recommendations by November 2026.

Filings and permit entries show a 1,400‑sq‑ft Black Rock Coffee Bar is planned near E. Palm Valley and A.W. Grimes in Round Rock. The project is listed in city review.