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.

Mexican Sugar opens March 24 at The Domain with scratch‑made Latin plates, brunch and an agave‑forward bar. The Dallas‑based brand’s Austin outpost includes a roomy patio and private dining.

A Williamson County arrest follows a yearlong probe into a 2025 fentanyl-related death in Thrall; deputies say additional alleged fentanyl was seized and the investigation continues.

PGA Tour returns to Austin this November — tickets for the inaugural Good Good Championship are on sale now, with day passes from $80–$120.

Southern Living picked Austin’s Franklin Barbecue as the best in Texas for a fifth straight year, reinforcing the East 11th Street smokehouse’s longtime hold on the brisket crown. Fans can preorder or book the new Backyard for private events.

UT Austin is testing a one‑week cognitive processing therapy for pregnant and postpartum people; early reports show fast symptom drops in some participants. The study pairs telehealth with local support groups.

Madison Booker earned AP first‑team honors, becoming the first Longhorn named an AP All‑American in three seasons as Texas heads into the NCAA Tournament.

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.