The Texas Tribune relaunched its Public Schools Explorer with faster updates, new finance fields and tools to help families compare nearby campuses.

Austin police released photos and are asking the public to share video or tips after an aggravated assault; detectives say the probe is active and welcome tips.

After about a year and roughly $11 million in upgrades, Fritz Park will reopen in May with a splash pad, pump track, new playgrounds and expanded trails.

A TDLR filing shows Crunch Fitness plans a $1.5M, 42,763‑sq‑ft renovation at Gold's Gym's New Braunfels location, leaving hundreds of members in limbo.

Six years after Sharon Selman was killed, her family and Pflugerville police renewed a tip plea and offered a $25,000 reward as investigators released a composite sketch.

A Travis County grand jury cleared four Austin officers who fired after a May 31 stolen-car chase. Body and dash-cam footage were released as probes continue.

A truck driver tied to the March 22, 2024 Hays CISD bus rollover will be eligible to apply for parole on April 19, 2026, prompting families and school leaders to oppose early release.

Ron Yates has opened an 8,800‑sq‑ft tasting room on US‑290 in Hye with a huge covered patio, a wood‑fired kitchen and a stage for live music. The winery marks the debut with a May 2 party.

A Texas policy group says tablets may be hurting student learning; lawmakers are being pushed to review device rules and classroom screen time.

Neighbors and firefighters helped protect a Bastrop County family's dream home after a wildfire scorched nearby brush. The homeowners told KXAN they were grateful for the quick response.

A new brewing project is launching a Hi Sign residency with matcha and hibiscus beers and a free launch event next Saturday. The low-ABV botanical pours aim for floral and earthy balance.

A Waco‑area man was sentenced to 40 years in federal prison after prosecutors said he possessed and shared child pornography. The U.S. Attorney’s Office credited FBI San Antonio and tied the case to Project Safe Childhood.

APD says multiple firearms were stolen during a run of car burglaries and urges owners to record serial numbers and lock vehicles.