Austin faces record heat with temperatures in the mid-90s but anticipates a cooldown with a forthcoming cold front. The city, currently in a moderate drought, has minimal rain prospects, despite a tropical development chance in the Atlantic.

Texas DPS Director Steven McCraw was honored at his last PSC meeting and the new training facility was named after him to acknowledge his 15-year service.

ACC students gain practical experience at Austin City Limits Music Festival, working on event production and live sound engineering through ACL University partnership.

Austin Mayor proclaims October 11 as Texas Chain Saw Massacre Day, marking the film's 50th anniversary with celebrations and special events in the city.

Dublas Vasquez, 25, received a 60-year sentence for aggravated kidnapping-sexual abuse and two concurrent 20-year terms for sexual assault, as per the Travis County DA’s Office.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott's "One Pill Kills" campaign aiming to educate on fentanyl dangers has achieved over 1.5 billion impressions since September 2023 and is funded through August 2025.

The 31st annual Art from the Streets show in Austin displayed over 3,000 artworks by homeless individuals, with sales benefiting the artists directly.

Over 100 dogs rescued from a hoarding situation in Lockhart by the Caldwell County Animal Coalition and various organizations, with efforts underway to prevent future cases.

The article discusses Austin's unusually warm weather, an air quality alert, an approaching cold front, and Hurricane Milton's impact on Siesta Key, Florida.

Activists and residents oppose the Mirasol Springs development in Dripping Springs, Texas, due to environmental concerns over water usage and impact on local ecosystems.

Austin Opera announced a $7.5 million headquarters, set to open in 2025, with facilities including a theater and studios to enhance its cultural presence.

Venezuelan gang member Jorgenys Robertson Cova of Tren de Aragua was arrested in Houston, Texas with a collaboration between DPS, Houston Police, and ICE officials.

Cedar Park's road improvements are ending soon, with final lane closures expected until October 11, weather permitting. Residents should expect some disruptions and check for updates.