Hays County seeks over $1 million in grants for flood mitigation and plans to hire an Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, while also undertaking various awareness proclamations.

A Texas family is suing Lake Travis ISD for $1.5 million after their son's severe peanut allergy was reportedly targeted, and the incident wasn't deemed bullying.

Williamson County revises East Wilco Highway plans, adding a four-way stop and changing lane designs for safety. The updates, costing $4 million, are part of a $160.5 million project funded by a 2023 road bond.

Travis County Commissioners Court funds a $7.2 million supportive housing project managed by the SAFE Alliance in East Austin, designed to help the homeless and abuse survivors.

San Marcos Police are searching for a man in his 20s who robbed a bank on Wonder World Drive and remains at large. He has a tattoo on his left wrist. The public can contact police with tips.

Emergency crews responded to an ATV rollover in northwest Austin, resulting in a large-scale rescue. One person died, one was airlifted, and CPR was administered to a third.

Austin prepares for the upcoming solar eclipse, expecting almost a million visitors and has declared a state of emergency, enhancing emergency services and advising safe travel practices.

Two people were found dead in a suspected murder-suicide in Cedar Park, Texas, with police investigating the late-night incident involving a standoff.

The CMT Music Awards take place in Austin, featuring a tribute to the late Toby Keith and host Kelsea Ballerini. Trisha Yearwood receives the inaugural June Carter Cash Humanitarian Award.

The Austin Police apologized for DNA evidence errors in Gloria Lofton's murder case, linked to suspect Raul Meza. Procedures are being updated after delayed action on DNA findings tied to Meza, who has connections to several homicides.

Samsung is increasing its investment in Texas by $27 billion, boosting its total commitment to $44 billion, and aiming to start its Taylor semiconductor factory earlier than planned.

The ACLU of Texas reported that Travis County's justice system often fails to provide legal counsel during first appearance hearings, per observations from a court watching program.

Barbs-B-Q in Lockhart, Texas, is nominated for the James Beard Foundation’s 2024 Best New Restaurant award, highlighting the town's culinary evolution.