Rep. Dustin Burrows was elected Texas House Speaker, with support from Democrats, amid a GOP divide over party leadership style and respect for the institution.

Runners from various states and countries participated in the Austin International Half Marathon despite freezing temperatures, with community and charitable aspects, and winners Haftu Knight and Allie Kieffer.

The No. 5 Florida Gators beat the Texas Longhorns 84-60, recovering from a previous loss, despite off-court issues involving coaching staff allegations.

An explosion and subsequent fire destroyed a Bastrop County mobile home, prompting a State Fire Marshal investigation with no injuries reported yet. Causes remain uncertain.

The Texas Department of Public Safety confirmed that two missing Kerr County girls, Mackenzy June, 10, and Tess Mavligit, 13, have been safely found and the Amber Alert is cancelled.

Austin's Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem advocated in Washington D.C. for sustained federal funding for local transportation projects.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport enhances winter weather operations for travel efficiency during cold months, including runway and roadway preparations and providing staff and passenger accommodations.

Texas prepares for an Arctic blast with ERCOT issuing a Weather Watch and expecting higher electricity demand. Precautions include road treatments and park closures.

Austin plans to renovate downtown Sixth Street for improved safety and vibrancy, opening it to traffic and widening sidewalks. The initiative receives mixed reactions, with concerns about its effectiveness and impact on local charm.

Hutto City Council may deny water service requests from developers due to rapid city growth and limited water supplies, to maintain long-term sustainability.

The forecast for Austin includes a sunny day with a high around 60 degrees and north winds up to 20 mph. Temperatures will drop at night with possible snow and sleet incoming early next week.

The Houston Traffic Safety Coalition is conducting "walking audits" to address traffic fatalities, with over 700 deaths in Houston last year and 4,200 in Texas. The coalition, including TxDOT, aims to improve road safety for all.

An injured Egyptian Goose named Steven was successfully rescued and treated after being found with an arrow in its plumage at Mueller Lake Park, Austin.