Austin's forecast includes mostly sunny skies with occasional thunderstorms, highs in the 80s, and mild northeast winds. There's a slight chance of rain in the evenings.

Round Rock, Texas, announces their Summer Reading Challenge, starting June 2, which rewards reading progress with prizes, tracked digitally via ReadSquared.

Central Texas voters approved bonds for school improvements and city infrastructure, and saw changes in city council and school board positions.

Austin Police and Texas DPS raided a crime hotspot, resulting in the arrest of four individuals on drug and other charges, and the seizure of weapons and narcotics.

Two individuals were hospitalized following a shooting in Round Rock, with a dispute believed to be the cause. Authorities are investigating and deem it an isolated incident.

An explosion in Granger, Texas killed one woman and critically injured an elderly man. Emergency crews responded, and the cause is under investigation.

Central Texas schools adjust schedules due to severe weather, with some districts closing early to ensure student safety amid threats of hail, winds, and potential tornadoes.

The NWS forecasts varied weather for Austin: sunny with highs around 80°F, turning to showers and storms early next week, with chances of precipitation varying from 50% to 90%.

Austin is enhancing Sixth Street for summer with new barriers to replace damaged fencing. The city reported a drop in police use-of-force incidents since the project started. Permanent safety solutions are being considered for the busy district.

Round Rock received a Texas Historical Commission award for media projects promoting preservation and heritage tourism, including an interactive historic landmarks app and videos.

The funding for Austin's I-35 "cap and stitch" project is at risk due to a House committee vote to rescind unobligated grant funds, casting doubt on the future of the plan aimed at reconnecting divided neighborhoods with parks and community spaces.

The Austin Police Department disclosed an abuse of corpse case at Capital Mortuary Services, identifying two suspects involved in illegal activities, including forging death certificates and unauthorized embalming.

Round Rock celebrates National Preservation Month in May with events like historical tours, exhibits, and hands-on activities, detailed on the city's website.