A Lockhart ISD bus was involved in a traffic incident without serious injuries, prompting an emergency response and assessment. One child evaluated at a hospital as a precaution.

A woman was arrested in the Houston area on a murder warrant tied to the Nov. 12 downtown Austin bus-stop shooting that left a man dead, police and local reporting say.

The Texas Christmas tree industry is growing, with increased demand and acreage reported, and a focus on developing hardy tree varieties suitable for the state's diverse regions.

SCOTUS allowed Texas to use its redrawn congressional map for 2026, a decision that could flip several House districts and sets up more legal fights.

A delivery‑and‑pickup Buffalo Wild Wings GO is headed to Mueller at 2201 Airport Blvd early 2026, offering app orders, locker pickup and third‑party delivery.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott reappoints Theresa Chang and Karen Partee to the Texas Commission on the Arts, extending their terms until August 31, 2031.

Austin's weather forecast predicts sunny skies and mild temperatures, with highs around 75-79°F, cooling to 38-53°F at night, and increasing wind gusts through the week.

Scaffolding and fresh storefronts are popping up on Sixth Street as Stream Realty and local architects restore long‑vacant buildings for restaurants and shops.

The Toasted Yolk has filed for a Round Rock buildout next to H‑E‑B Plus; state records list a 4,000‑sq‑ft renovation at 1700 E. Palm Valley, but an opening date is still TBD.

The U.S. Supreme Court upheld Texas' 2025 congressional redistricting maps, a decision praised by Governor Greg Abbott as a victory for Texas voters, despite concerns over minority representation.

Texas Governor Abbott announces a $9.8 million grant from the TSIF to Temple College for creating the Central Texas Chips Hub, aiming to enhance the state's semiconductor workforce.

Austin expects varied weather over the week, including cloudy conditions and temperatures ranging from highs in the 50s to 70s, according to the National Weather Service.

HTeaO is opening its first Leander location at 11780 Hero Way West with a city-announced December grand opening and ribbon-cutting. Fans can expect the chain’s 20+ tea flavors and secret menu.