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Mostly sunny and warm Sunday in Austin with highs near 88°F. Stronger storms return Tuesday night into Wednesday with localized flooding possible.
Flood Watch runs through Monday evening with multiple rounds of heavy rain likely. Expect afternoon and evening storms Saturday and possible flash flooding.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A Travis County grand jury indicted former APD training commander Wade Lyons on sexual‑assault and official‑oppression charges. Lyons' arraignment is set for June 9.
Flood Watch in effect May 2225 for the Austin area; 24 inches of rain possible with isolated heavier totals. Expect ponding and possible low-water crossing closures.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Texas Capital Bank is taking 25,000+ square feet at downtown Austin’s 415 Colorado and plans a 2027 relocation, lifting the tower’s office leasing to roughly half filled.
Muggy Thursday with scattered showers possible in Austin and a much wetter, stormier turn Saturday into Memorial Day. Brief heavy downpours could cause spotty street flooding.
Late‑night storms could drench Austin and linger into Thursday's commute, raising flash‑flood and severe‑weather concerns for low‑lying roads and neighborhoods.
Mostly cloudy and muggy this morning in Austin with highs near 84°F. Tonight’s storms may bring heavy rain and localized flooding.
Food & Drinks in ...
A Parisian‑inspired patisserie opened this month on South First, offering croissants, croque monsieur and imported cheeses. The tiny shop aims to be a neighborhood 'third space.'
Politics & Govt in ...
Council members set a July deadline for staff to draft rules targeting water demand from data centers and chip plants as officials warn of supply strain.
Hot, muggy Tuesday in Austin with storms likely tonight. Heavy rain and gusty winds could disrupt evening commutes.
Comadre Panadería and Paprika ATX landed spots on Texas Monthly's 25 Best New(ish) Taquerias list, bringing two local favorites into a statewide roundup of taco talent.
After seven years as a beloved East Austin truck, Cuantos Tacos is moving into a brick-and-mortar with an opening aimed for early next year.
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