WCAD accepts 2026 historic tax exemption applications until April 30. Property inspections follow application submissions, and help is available for questions on 2025 reports or renovations. Forms can be downloaded or submitted online.

Texas Governor Abbott demands extradition of murder suspect Reynaldo Mata-Rios from Mexico, honoring the late Commissioner Betancourt and seeking justice.

Employees at three Austin restaurants say their employer disappeared before the holidays, leaving roughly 20–25 staffers owed about $25,000. Staffers have filed claims and launched a GoFundMe.

Partners Real Estate is planning a 23‑acre South Austin Commerce Center in Buda, billed as a "flagship" for flexible small‑bay industrial space that could total roughly 250,000 square feet. The project is in pre‑development as the developer lines up marketing and entitlements.

Texas A&M approved hiring outside counsel to participate in the state AG's insulin pricing lawsuit, local reporting says. Regents chair Bob Albritton offered no comment.

Austin Police seek help to identify suspects in a vehicle theft and debit card abuse, following the December 5 incident and offering a reward for information.

Del Valle ISD charged a 17-year-old after surveillance video showed the teen allegedly waving a handgun outside Dailey Middle School. Investigators are reviewing footage and witness accounts.

Three Latvian men were arrested in Austin, Texas for a $14 million gift card fraud spanning various locations since May 2025. They stole gift cards, monitored and transferred funds using a specialized program.

Park-goers at Berry Springs Park detained a man after witnesses say he tried to abduct a juvenile. Deputies arrested 28-year-old Christopher Garza and say there is no ongoing threat.

Austin anticipates varied weather, with mostly cloudy skies, a high of 49, and strong winds today, followed by a gradual warm-up and mostly clear conditions for New Year's Eve.

QB Drew Mestemaker led North Texas to a New Mexico Bowl win, becoming the school's single-season passing leader, while SDSU noted a season turnaround despite their bowl loss.

A pedestrian died in a crash in Austin; the driver, found not impaired, is cooperating with the 93rd fatal crash investigation of the year. Police seek info.

Franchisee Mike Cullen plans a Jersey Mike’s at Shady Hollow near Brodie Lane. Permits point to an April–August buildout and about 21 indoor seats.