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.

A woman, Sabrina Rahman, died protecting her child during a mass shooting in Austin, Texas, while her family questions the lack of a timely public alert.

A man in Austin, Texas, charged with murder, had a previous $1 bond for another violent charge. The stabbing incident occurred during an argument over drugs.

Gina's on Congress, a new restaurant offering French and Italian cuisine, has opened in downtown Austin, serving dishes like house-made mafaldine and seafood platters.

The Austin City Council has updated their parkland dedication fees for developers to align with new state legislation, House Bill 1526, which will take effect on January 1, 2024.

Governor Abbott celebrates the expansion of Texas's power grid at Calpine Corporation's Freestone County Energy Center, set to create jobs and increase power supply.

A $2 million Powerball ticket was sold in North Austin, with the lucky establishment being Winners Corner TX LLC. The winner has not yet been identified.

Governor Greg Abbott allocates over $1.3 million in training funds to Lone Star College, benefiting over 650 workers across various industries in Texas.

UT Austin investigates pro-Palestinian protests for policy breaches after disruptions, amid tensions over advocacy and free speech issues, with legal challenges possible.

A family of four in southwest Austin was displaced after an early morning fire destroyed their home, with no injuries reported due to working smoke detectors. The cause remains under investigation.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has instructed TDEM to prepare for severe winter weather, with expected heavy snowfall and potential flash flooding, prompting readiness across state emergency services.

The Southwest Williamson County Regional Park in Leander has new LED sports field and court lights, reducing energy costs by 55% and improving nighttime visibility.

McCullough Heating & Air Conditioning is supporting the Central Texas Food Bank with a matching grant, doubling donations to aid food-insecure residents during the holiday season.