Austin's July 4th event and fireworks were canceled due to severe weather, including a Flash Flood Warning, as per a city statement prioritizing safety.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem waived environmental laws to expedite a 17-mile "waterborne barrier" in the Rio Grande to combat smuggling and trafficking. Texas continues to enhance its own border security efforts despite legal challenges.

Immigration advocates in Hays County are demanding transparency after an ICE raid resulted in over 40 detentions, questioning the operation's conduct and the whereabouts of detainees.

Austin officials urge safety for July 4th, warn against illegal fireworks, and promote awareness of pets, BBQ safety, and risks of heat and gunfire.

A man was found dead in East Austin, leading to an arrest for Austin's 31st homicide of the year. The victim, Ronald Mixon, had stab wounds; his roommate, Robert Saldana, is charged with 1st Degree Murder.

Austin Public Health launched a measles outbreak calculator in collaboration with tech and academic partners to predict spread risks in under-vaccinated communities and guide preventive measures.

A previously convicted sex offender, Mark Martinez, received a life sentence plus 10 additional years for new child pornography charges and noncompliance with sex offender registration.

Three Williamson County programs won the NACo 2025 Achievement Award for enhancing services through youth engagement, an anti-tobacco/vaping video, and a government academy.

The National Weather Service forecasts a hot week for Austin with highs up to 102 degrees and chances of thunderstorms, alongside warm evenings and persistent light winds.

Ex-Lyft driver in Austin, Maurys O. Madruga-Mesa, is convicted of the 2024 kidnapping and sexual assault of a female passenger and sentenced to 10 years imprisonment.

TxDOT is seeking public feedback on its proposed $101.6 billion, 10-year transportation plan aimed at addressing the needs of a growing Texas population.

A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a vehicle in north Austin. Despite CPR efforts by Austin-Travis County EMS, the victim died at the scene. Details on the crash and the driver's status remain unclear.

Liberty Hill is setting up a new community museum, previously a classroom, under the guidance of historical preservation representative Margaret Woodruff.