Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis announced safety measures for 6th Street following a terror attack in New Orleans, including structural changes and possible vehicle access.

A technical outage has caused Texas DPS to close driver license offices statewide, forcing rescheduling of appointments and inconvenience to residents.

The Texas Supreme Court dismissed a lawsuit against Assistant AG Brent Webster over his conduct in a controversial election lawsuit, citing separation of powers.

Two teens were arrested for the capital murder of Carlos Sotelo in an Austin parking garage, with possible narcotics involvement, and bonds set at $1 million and $300,000.

The article details a week of mild winter weather for Austin, Texas, predicting fair skies, mild temperatures, and generally calm winds, with temperatures ranging from lows of 30 degrees to highs of 77 degrees.

A vehicle hit and killed a pedestrian in Austin; the driver fled the scene. It's the city's 94th fatal traffic event this year. Police are seeking information.

GasBuddy predicts a third year of falling gas prices in 2025, potentially saving Americans $12 billion. Despite possible volatility, a seasonal spike is expected in the spring.

An apartment fire in south Austin on New Year's Eve displaced residents and sent three to the hospital, with smoke detectors credited for safe evacuations.

A fire at a north Austin apartment complex hospitalized four people, displaced nine, and prompted an investigation into its cause. Local services are assisting the victims.

A single-vehicle crash in Austin on December 26th resulted in the death of Abraham Cantu. This marks the city's 93rd fatal crash in 2021. The APD is investigating the incident.

A sinkhole prompted the indefinite closure of S Lakeshore Blvd in East Austin, with no timeline for repairs, causing local detours and safety concerns.

Travis County is developing a 60,000-square-foot visitor center for the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve, scheduled to begin construction in 2025 and open in 2027, featuring interactive exhibits and accessible trails.

Governor Greg Abbott activated Texas emergency resources in anticipation of severe weather in East Texas, preparing swiftwater rescue teams and urban search and rescue units for potential floods and storms.