Eddie García, previously Dallas PD chief, and now assistant city manager in Austin, is a finalist for Fort Worth's police chief role. His career highlights include reducing crime and improving morale.

A shooting near Texas State University in San Marcos resulted in two deaths; several were detained, with no ongoing threat, and police seek witness information.

Austin is set to experience a persistent heatwave, with near triple-digit daytime temperatures and mid to upper 70s at night. The National Weather Service forecasts little relief throughout the week.

Round Rock announces temporary evening closures of Hairy Man Road from July 21-25 for the construction of a new bridge and extension of Wyoming Springs Drive, necessitating detours.

A small plane crashed near Austin Executive Airport due to engine trouble; both passengers were unharmed. Firefighters and emergency services responded to secure the site.

Austin faces a stretch of sunny days with mid-90s temperatures, light breezes, and consistent evening lows in the mid-70s, according to the National Weather Service.

Austin's City Manager T.C. Broadnax presented a $6.3 billion budget to strengthen community services, facing challenges like federal funding cuts and tax caps amidst a $33.4 million deficit.

The Austin Police Department's North Metro Tactical Unit conducted a "shoplifting blitz" resulting in multiple arrests for retail theft in the Mueller area on July 14, 2025.

Austin Water plans a prescribed burn on 103 acres to help maintain native grasslands and the Edwards Aquifer. Visible smoke expected from 10 a.m. to sunset.

Austin's HSEM holds an Emergency Preparedness Pop-up on July 16 at Twin Oaks Library, offering free emergency supplies and advice to help residents prepare for disasters.

Austin expects a sweltering week, with temperatures peaking at 94-96 degrees, a heat index reaching 103, and mild South winds. Conditions will remain mostly sunny, with mild evenings and persistent heat.

The LCRA is opening floodgates at Buchanan Dam due to heavy rainfall in Central Texas to prevent flooding, affecting downstream lakes and leading to a boating ban on Lake Travis.

Austin updates youth sports age cutoffs to align with UIL, simplifying the transition between recreational and competitive leagues, effective Fall 2025.