Georgetown Fire responded Tuesday to a reported gas explosion at a northwest residence; officials say no injuries were reported. Crews checked the scene and authorities reviewed the area.

St. Andrew's Presbyterian in north Austin says it has temporarily hired plain‑clothes security after state Rep. James Talarico's Senate run drew increased attention. Leaders say safety is the priority as they consider longer‑term steps.

A Georgetown developer plans a nearly 10-acre retail and light-industrial project near Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and U.S. 183 in far East Austin. The proposal arrives as industrial availability in Austin has climbed.

Liberty Hill council signed off on a 320-unit apartment at 250 Gracie Lane, a new multifamily project on the Liberty Hill–Georgetown line with on-site amenities and permit steps ahead.

Gusty north winds and a Red Flag Warning are in effect through 8 PM. Avoid outdoor burning and expect a light freeze Tuesday morning.

An Austin Fire Department rescue swimmer recovered a person from an overturned boat on Lady Bird Lake and handed them to ATCEMS for evaluation.

Ben Cohen used a chainsaw on a mock Pentagon at SXSW to promote his Up In Arms campaign and to show how brand stunts can become political pressure. The moment tied the Free Ben & Jerry’s push to a broader call to reallocate Pentagon funds.

A man was arrested after attempting to propose to Keke Palmer during a live SXSW podcast taping in Austin; police say he faces criminal trespass charges.

Fredericksburg police identified students tied to a reported threat at the middle school and increased patrols while investigators work with the district.

A securities class action says Oracle misled investors about AI data‑center spending. Affected shareholders have an April 6 deadline to seek lead‑plaintiff status.

Sunny Friday with a fast warm-up to the 80s, then near-90s Sunday before a strong cold front brings 40–50 mph gusts Sunday night. Burn ban in effect.

International and Austin artists say SXSW still opens doors — but reaching those stages means paying travel bills, navigating visas and pacing a brutal week. Funding and paperwork often decide who makes the trip.

CapMetro will run later trains and Night Owl buses for SXSW March 12–18, add tap-to-pay with a $2.50 daily cap, and beef up downtown transit coverage. Expect direct airport service via Route 20 and more bikeshare options.