Travis County deputies are investigating a shooting the sheriff’s office described as a homicide near Crystal Bend and Dewberry drives. A 9 p.m. media briefing is scheduled.

A rare, fully entitled 1.4‑acre parcel across from Q2 Stadium is on the market with approved plans for a high‑rise multifamily tower.

One person was hurt in a downtown Austin shoot/stab call Thursday; APD and CapMetro responded and the victim was taken to a hospital in stable condition. Investigators are asking for tips.

Long waits at Austin’s first Swig have snarled parking at Woodland Center, prompting complaints from Half Price Books and other tenants. Franchise reps say they’re adjusting traffic controls.

LCRA has launched a feasibility study on nearly 2,000 acres northwest of Eagle Lake that could store 48,000–80,000 acre‑feet and expand Central Texas water supplies.

Patchy fog this morning clears to mid-80s today. A dry, gusty front Saturday raises fire‑danger concerns across Central Texas.

Willie Nelson’s Luck Reunion returns March 19 with Lukas Nelson, St. Vincent and Booker T. Jones. Tickets are being allocated via Lucky Draws and a Lucky Draw Live event in Austin.

A stolen-vehicle pursuit along State Highway 71 ended Tuesday with a driver in custody, Fayette County deputies say. The car was reported stolen out of Austin.

Golden Chick is planning a Friendswood outpost at 101 E. Parkwood Drive, with construction set to start March 2 and a May 4 target completion.

Austin Public Library's centennial runs Feb. 16–Dec. 23 with branch parties, a History Harvest and an Oct. 17 Central Library celebration.

Texas AG Ken Paxton launched [email protected] and issued a 'Protect Your Vote' advisory that warns against vote harvesting and outlines potential penalties ahead of the March primary.

Hutto ISD is weighing whether to stop claiming federal SHARS reimbursements as insurance costs and slower enrollment squeeze the district’s budget. Officials say services wouldn’t stop, but the math is changing.

Patchy fog this morning clears to sun and highs near 78°F, with the heat climbing into the 80s midweek. Expect gusty southerly winds Tuesday afternoon.