A Westlake High School student was arrested for making a terroristic threat via Snapchat, reported via an anonymous district system, leading to a swift response and heightened security.

Austin expects a high of 88 degrees with clear skies, while Potential Tropical Cyclone Six may become Hurricane Francine and bring rain and winds to the Texas coast.

The Texas PSC is searching for a new DPS Director and has formed a committee to oversee the hiring process, expecting to appoint a successor by the end of the year.

The article describes the pleasant weather in Austin, with sunny skies and a high near 92 degrees, followed by cooler evenings. A tropical wave may bring rain midweek, with a chance it could develop into a tropical depression named Francine.

Austin receives a $10.5 million federal grant to enhance pedestrian safety by installing crossings and expanding its Living Streets Program.

Garth Brooks was inducted into the Austin City Limits Hall of Fame, recognized for his contributions to music during a ceremony that fans can watch on PBS on September 28.

San Marcos City Council plans to transfer oversight of the overcapacity regional animal shelter to Hays County by late 2026, amid ongoing facility strain.

Ed Nelson is retiring as CEO of Whataburger, with Debbie Stroud named as his successor effective January 1. Nelson led significant growth; Stroud brings experience from Starbucks and McDonald's.

Randall Cavazos, 22, received a 4-year prison sentence for intoxicated manslaughter after fatally crashing into Priscilla Juarez's car in Austin in July 2022.

Two men arrested in Austin for multiple game room robberies; one charged with armed robbery and another facing aggravated assault and robbery charges.

Kyle, Texas, is expanding its surveillance with 20 license plate readers and 12 cameras to aid law enforcement efforts, despite concerns about privacy.

Heavy rain in Central Texas caused flooding, leading to school closures and road repairs in Llano County. The LCRA opened floodgates, and the rising Llano River prompted flood warnings.

Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin found an antibody, SC27, potentially effective against all COVID-19 variants, advancing the search for universal vaccines and treatment.