Round Rock's population hit 142,302 in January 2026, with city officials updating stats monthly for single-family and quarterly for multifamily units to inform growth policies and planning.

Penn Medicine's mRNA vaccine stopped allergic reactions in mice — a hopeful development for cedar‑fever sufferers, but human trials and funding shifts could delay its arrival.

An Austin nonprofit agreed to pay $160,000 and accept federal oversight after the EEOC alleged it fired an employee who sought mental‑health treatment.

A hit-and-run in Austin resulted in the death of a pedestrian, marking the city's third fatal crash in 2026. Police are investigating and seeking public assistance.

Austin’s Good Culture has landed a majority investment from L Catterton in a deal that sources peg near $500 million, a big win for the city’s CPG scene. The funding is aimed at expanding production and distribution as demand surges.

Wilco property owners must pay 2025 taxes by January 31, 2026, to avoid penalties. Payments can be made online or by mail, provided they are postmarked by the deadline.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport finalizes lease agreements with airlines, enabling a $5 billion expansion including 32 new gates and facility upgrades to meet Central Texas's growing demands.

Southwest Williamson County Regional Park in Leander has installed electric gates to improve park access and security, operational from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Austin's Economic Development department launches Small Business Fundamentals Week with free training for entrepreneurs, offering courses on vital business skills.

Austin's weather forecast includes mostly sunny days with gusty winds up to 30 mph and high temperatures in the 80s, with a chance of showers and cooler air toward the weekend.

A Lake Travis marina tied to Nate Paul may leave Chapter 11 after a judge weighs a proposed $6M exit loan. The hearing is scheduled this week.

Federal prosecutors say a former Baranoff Elementary teacher pleaded guilty after investigators found a trove of child-sex-abuse images, some AI-altered from classroom photos.

First Lady Cecilia Abbott launches GRACE's sixth Week of Prayer to combat human trafficking, urging Texans' participation during Human Trafficking Prevention Month.