The Texas Supreme Court declined to review Austin’s voter‑backed marijuana decriminalization law, leaving an appeals‑court injunction in place and the measure effectively blocked for now.

An Austin pain doctor and Advanced Pain Care will pay $13.6M to settle allegations they billed for unnecessary urine drug testing.

Williamson County Fire Marshal reminds residents of fireworks regulations, advising safety measures and the use of an interactive map to find legal detonation areas for New Year's celebrations.

Travis County Sheriff's Office seeks public help in locating missing woman Guadalupe Atonal-Hernandez, with a cognitive impairment, last seen on December 15.

A young driver died in a rear-end collision on North Mopac Expressway, Austin. Police are investigating the crash that marked the city's 88th fatal incident of the year.

A Miami judge denied bond for Courtney Clenney, who has been jailed since August 2022 on a second‑degree murder charge; the judge wants the case tried in early 2026.

Kevin Durant and partners are opening Austin Sports Club, an upscale sports bar and restaurant in downtown Austin. The project will occupy the former J. Prime space at 205 E. Third St.

Hays County Sheriff's Office released photos and a description of a man accused of exposing himself to a Family Dollar employee in Kyle. Investigators have a case number and are seeking tips.

Austin Energy commits $735 million to improve electric grid reliability, focusing on upgrades, pole inspections, wildfire management, and smart grid analytics. The investment aims to address past issues and ensure stable power supply.

A Hearst review found former Texas lawmakers are still spending leftover campaign funds on luxury meals, hotel stays and consultants amid lax rules.

Salt Lick Vineyards and Terry Black’s quietly launched FridayMtn., a limited run of 2020 Hill Country reds made to pair with barbecue.

Creative 3D Technologies plans to relocate HQ and an 18,000‑sq‑ft production cell to Cedar Park as the city weighs performance-based incentives and relocation bonuses.

A family-owned taquería from Mexico opened behind Sixth Street in early November, promising Mexico City–style late-night tacos and service into the early morning.