TxDOT is on alert due to gale-force winds increasing wildfire risks in Texas, causing traffic issues, vehicle accidents, and propelling a building onto a road. They urge caution in travel and adherence to wildfire prevention tips.

Round Rock Police arrested Joel Maske for an attempted abduction of a 16-year-old girl on W Mesa Park Dr. The teen evaded capture, and the suspect was later detained.

The Texas Capitol honors the late Congressman Sylvester Turner, who served over 20 years as a state lawmaker, with a public tribute and memorial service.

Austin is creating The Sasha, a 60-unit housing community for family violence survivors, set to begin construction in Spring 2025, at 1325 Grove Boulevard.

APD responded to a fatal multi-vehicle collision on Airport Boulevard; one deceased, others with non-life-threatening injuries. Investigation ongoing, with an appeal for witnesses.

A Converse, Texas teen is on the state's top 10 fugitives list and wanted for charges including capital murder. Authorities consider him armed and dangerous.

Infowars reporter Jamie White was killed in an attempted car burglary in Austin. The community mourns, and the DA's office rebukes Alex Jones' politicization of the tragedy.

Paradromics announced a partnership for their upcoming Connexus BCI Clinical Study to restore communication for paralysis patients, aiming for a 2025 launch, involving advanced implant tech for speech synthesis.

A rabid bat was found in Cedar Park, leading officials to investigate potential human or animal exposures and to remind the public about rabies prevention.

Police found Jamie White fatally injured after a shooting at Chandelier Apartments in Austin; his death may be linked to a vehicle burglary intervention. No suspects identified; public assistance is requested.

Austin Police investigate a homicide by I-35 and MLK Jr. Blvd near UT Austin campus, where a Hispanic man was fatally shot. One person of interest is in custody; public safety is not at risk.

Xavier Worthy, a Chiefs wide receiver, was arrested on an assault charge involving impeding someone's breathing. He remains in custody, and his team is gathering information.

Austin, Texas, and Greater Manchester, England have signed a Friendship Cities Agreement to promote international collaboration in sectors like economy, arts, and technology.