Texas Governor Abbott declared a statewide disaster to preempt a New World Screwworm fly infestation, partnering with the USDA to establish a $750 million fly sterile facility.

Round Rock will get a Fizz Fuzion drive-thru March 7, blending custom sodas with games, a video-game room and free Wi‑Fi.

Playa Bowls opened Jan. 17 in Kyle, serving acai and pitaya bowls, smoothies, juices and catering from its Sprouts shopping center location.

A South Austin woman shot inside a home early Monday has died. Police say a man was first booked on assault charges and later re-arrested on a first-degree murder warrant.

Round Rock ISD’s police department plans a voluntary First Offender program to steer first-time vaping and THC incidents into education, counseling and short-term probation instead of juvenile court.

Central Texas schools announce closures and delays on Wednesday due to icy road conditions after a winter storm.

Texas Governor Abbott has urged the state Attorney General to revoke CAIR's nonprofit status, alleging the group sponsors terrorism and pushes radical agendas.

Austin hot‑chicken favorite Tumble 22 has opened at 18725 FM 685 in Pflugerville, serving its O.G. sandwich, six spice levels and housemade pies.

A woman was arrested for arson and burglary at the Comal County GOP Headquarters, causing minor damage. The investigation is ongoing with the FBI involved.

State filings and storefront signs show Haidilao is headed for Domain NORTHSIDE's Rock Rose district, with construction slated to start March 1, 2026.

A Hays County jury awarded $46 million to the parents of Andrew West after finding a truck driver and his employer negligent in a 2019 oil‑field death.

A fire damaged 20 units of an apartment complex in Bee Cave, displacing 45 residents. One firefighter was injured; icy conditions hampered the response. Donations are being sought for the affected residents.

Austin favorite Amy’s Ice Creams opens in Hutto next Wednesday with free scoops during a 3–7 p.m. grand opening. The shop will serve Mexican Vanilla and rotating flavors.