Austin faces high temperatures around 94 degrees with low humidity and continues a dry spell. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Milton strengthens but is not expected to impact Texas, while Kirk and Leslie also avoid direct contact with the state.

The Austin City Limits Music Festival boosts Austin's economy, supporting local businesses and hospitality, with broad financial benefits and job creation.

Families settle for $75,000 after 75 dogs die in a kennel fire due to insufficient fire safety measures; the incident prompted legislative changes to improve pet facility safety.

A major crash at a Leander intersection caused road closures and travel advisories Friday night; details on the incident's cause and casualties were not yet released.

Texas DPS apprehended large groups of illegal immigrants, including individuals from 'special interest' countries, during Operation Lone Star near Eagle Pass.

A Texas couple was sentenced to over 32 years combined for defrauding the PPP loan program for $3 million, which they used for personal luxuries and a business venture.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife TV series is entering its 40th season, featuring a wide variety of stories on Texas' outdoors, conservation efforts, and natural heritage. The Emmy-winning show reaches audiences across multiple platforms.

The Sol Living Trust of Sugar Land claimed Texas' largest lottery payout of $800 million from the Mega Millions jackpot purchased at a local Murphy USA station.

Texas AG Paxton sues TikTok for mishandling minors' data, alleging violation of the state's child privacy law and seeking penalties for noncompliance.

Austin's weather forecast suggests continued sunshine with a high near 94 degrees, mild winds, and a low around 71 tonight, with a minimal chance of rain over the weekend.

Austin Police Officer Joshua Lugo was arrested for family violence in New Braunfels and placed on restricted duty.

Texans engage in the Texas Pollinator BioBlitz, an event starting October 11 to study and preserve pollinating species essential to ecosystems and agriculture.

Texas will eliminate most vehicle safety inspections starting January 1, 2025, but will include a $7.50 fee during registration to fund state projects. Emissions tests will remain mandatory in certain counties.