Pastor Roland Nava, known as 'Vato Claus', gave gifts and groceries to over 500 needy families in Bastrop County on Christmas through his 11th annual event.

Austin's weather forecast predicts sunny days with high temperatures in the 60s and chilly nights, with lows around the 30s, as the city approaches New Year's Day.

The final night of Austin's Trail of Lights was canceled due to heavy rain, disappointing attendees and prompting organizers to issue refunds for tickets and parking.

The Texas Longhorns bolstered their 2024 football recruiting class, securing top recruits, including a notable transfer and two high-profile safeties, ranking them No. 2 in Rivals' Team Rankings.

The Texas Attorney General announced a $700 million settlement with Google over anti-competitive practices in the Google Play Store, with restitution and penalties included.

Vincent Gutierrez was arrested for two counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon after a shooting during an attempted private sale at Barton Creek Mall in Austin.

Police fatally shot an armed suspect, Trei Hernandez, in Austin, Texas during a confrontation that also injured three bystanders. Investigations are ongoing to ascertain what happened.

Travis County Commissioner Jeff Travillion uses a collaborative approach to solve complex social issues, focusing on connecting various resources and services to address the underlying problems in the community.

Cap Metro has approved a two-year smart transit pass program for Austin's unhoused, allowing access to multiple transit services at no cost to riders or providers. Over 4,300 cards have been used for 101,000 rides since October.

The American Psychiatric Association reports holiday stress due to financial concerns and family dynamics, while financial planner Mario Payne suggests legal tools like POAs to manage potential familial financial disputes.

The Amazon center in Pflugerville is experiencing a holiday surge in package volume, showcasing advanced logistics and community service, including delivering over a million meals.

Austin FC announces its 2024 season schedule, with tickets on sale and no regional blackouts due to an MLS and Apple TV partnership. The season starts on February 24 against Minnesota United FC.

Man arrested for homicide linked to skeletal remains found in Austin, Texas. Identified as Melcolm Martin Lee, with $1 million bond, he is accused of murdering Jehu Patrick Flores.