The Bastrop County Sheriff's Office is searching for Hassan Mohammed Saleh Jr., a wanted man for not registering as a sex offender and evading capture. He is considered armed and dangerous.

Elon Musk plans to invest $100 million to start a STEM-focused school in Austin, Texas, named The Foundation, which aims to support students with high academic potential.

Firehouse Animal Health Center donated $10,000 in veterinary services to pets of families in the Statesman Season for Caring program, aiding two Chihuahuas owned by a family facing cancer-related financial struggles.

Austin City Council's HOME initiative allows up to three units on single-family lots to improve housing affordability, but it also raises concerns about gentrification and property taxes.

The weather in Austin will start clear but change to a mix of sun and clouds, with a storm expected by the end of the week and showers possible through the weekend.

The Big Ole Queer Market held at Austin's Palmer Events Center showcased over 130 LGBTQ+ vendors, promoting local small businesses and offering a unique shopping experience.

A shooting at Barton Creek Square mall in Austin resulted in one person injured and caused a temporary lockdown. No suspect was arrested, and the mall reopened the same day, with the investigation ongoing.

Police in Austin killed an armed man trying to enter a bar on East 6th Street, leading to three bystanders being injured; body camera footage will be released within ten days.

Austin's weather forecast predicts sunny skies, temperature fluctuations, and a potential for rain later in the week, with temperatures starting in the low 70s and potentially dropping to the frosty 30s by Tuesday morning.

Texas Parks and Wildlife is considering new regulations for spotted seatrout fishing, involving bag limits and size changes, and is seeking public input through hearings and online feedback.

Governor Greg Abbott's Operation Lone Star combats illegal smuggling and has made numerous arrests and drug seizures in Texas, intensifying due to perceived federal border security shortcomings.

A three-vehicle crash in southwest Austin resulted in two critical injuries, two trauma alerts, and five people involved; three were transported to the hospital, two refused EMS. Traffic was affected during the investigation.

Texas has implemented new book standards banning "sexually explicit" content in school libraries, a move required by districts statewide, following the finalization by the State Board of Education.