The Austin City Council is preparing to discuss Project Connect's light-rail system, which faces scaled-back plans, legal challenges, and budget concerns, but aims to improve local commutes and transit equity.

Austin City Council is considering a proposal to accelerate the installation of electric vehicle chargers by amending the land development code to ease bureaucratic procedures.

Governor Abbott met with Swedish Minister Billström in Austin to discuss an enhanced economic partnership, focusing on aerospace, energy, and manufacturing.

Austin's weather is heating up to 92°F with possible 20mph gusts today, followed by severe storms and potential flooding tomorrow. Highs may return to the mid-90s by next week.

Austin bars distribute drink-testing strips to customers to prevent drink spiking as part of the "Sip Safely" initiative, while staff receive training to address related incidents.

The proposal to delay the I-35 expansion in Austin was rejected by CAMPO, despite calls for more environmental studies and public health concerns raised by officials and activists.

A cyclist was killed in a crash on Ed Bluestein Boulevard in Austin, marking the city's 25th traffic-related death this year. The driver cooperated with the investigation.

Travis County Commissioners Court approved a property tax break for qualified childcare centers, aiming to ease providers' financial burdens and support early childhood services.

A severe two-vehicle crash in Lakeway injured one person critically, causing emergency services to respond and close Flint Rock Road for investigation.

GAF Energy inaugurates a new solar roof manufacturing plant in Georgetown, Texas, boosting local economy and renewable energy production with a focus on their Timberline Solar™ shingles.

Manor, Texas authorities are investigating a Sunday night arson at a Walmart gas station and are seeking public help to find the suspect who set a fire in the restroom. No injuries were reported.

Central Texans anticipate severe weather, including thunderstorms and high winds, with a chance of hail and tornadoes, amid reminders of recent extreme conditions.

A University of Texas lecturer was fired following an arrest for his role in a pro-Palestine protest, where he is accused of attempting to breach a bicycle barrier set by officers.