Austin City Council approved a $30,000 increase in the homestead tax exemption for senior and disabled residents, which may result in a slight tax increase for non-senior homeowners.

Austin continues its battle against algae blooms in Lady Bird Lake using lanthanum-modified clay to reduce phosphorus, starting June 3, to keep waterways safe for summer recreation.

Commons Ford Metropolitan Park in Austin was heavily littered after Memorial Day celebrations, prompting clean-up by locals and officials who advocate for 'Leave No Trace' practices.

Republican candidates prepare for a critical runoff for the Texas State Board of Education, with Maynard facing Bone, and Little up against Kohlmann, as they vie to influence the state's education system.

The article details the nationwide participation in the Murph Challenge on Memorial Day, focusing on the community spirit and remembrance of fallen soldiers, especially Navy Seal Lt. Michael Murphy.

Two teens were killed in Temple, Texas after being hit by a motorcyclist, with the crash now under investigation.

Donald Trump has promised to commute the life sentence of Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht, linking the pledge to a broader crypto-friendly agenda, if he is re-elected.

Mike Cotten, former UT Longhorns quarterback and Vietnam vet, died at 84. He secured a 17-4-1 record and was in the Texas Athletics Hall of Honor. After football, Cotten became a lawyer and was a dedicated community member.

The Texas GOP's proposed 2024 platform pushes for Bible teaching in public schools and a county-based electoral system favoring Republicans, while labeling abortion as homicide and decrying gender-transition treatments for minors.

Dutch company Holoconnects revealed their AI holography technology, potentially revolutionizing digital interaction in various industries, as reported by CBS Austin.

H-E-B is planning a new 100,000-square-foot store in Manor, Texas, with construction potentially starting in November and completion by October 1, 2025, as part of the Manor Crossing development.

Austin expects record-high temperatures with a heat advisory in effect. The National Weather Service predicts possible record-setting heat into Memorial Day, with a slight cool-down and chances of rain by midweek.

One person died and another was seriously injured in a collision on SH 130 near Maha Loop Road in south Austin, leading to traffic delays and road closures.