Two developments in Dove Springs — Sycamores and Willows Crossing — broke ground this week, promising about 110 affordable rentals and homeownership units with long-term affordability. Move-ins are slated for 2027.

The Texas Longhorns' recent win over Texas A&M has raised hopes for their playoff chances, with coach Sarkisian and QB Arch Manning expressing optimism despite a selection committee trend that values fewer losses over big wins.

A shooting at Rodeo Night Club in north Austin left one man hospitalized in stable condition; two suspects were detained, no arrests yet. Police investigate the motive.

Austin's weather begins cool and cloudy with sporadic rain chances, brisk north winds, and temperatures in the high 40s to low 50s. Rain likelihood increases Monday with less wind and Tuesday might be sunny.

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick asked the Texas Senate to probe Canadian Solar and T1 Energy over alleged ties to Chinese-backed firms. Hearings are expected early next year.

The Austin Police Department conducted an anti-shoplifting operation, arresting 11 individuals and recovering nearly $13,000 in stolen goods from various stores.

In Austin, Meals on Wheels and Operation Turkey distributed thousands of Thanksgiving meals to the needy, with over 200 volunteers participating; even Governor Abbott helped deliver meals.

A Houston man was arrested in Round Rock, Texas, on charges of compelling prostitution, based on a tip-off about potential human trafficking at a residential property.

Austin announced closures of administrative offices and various facilities for Thanksgiving 2025, maintaining essential services like utility payments and adjusted trash pickup.

Hays County deputies are searching for 29-year-old Nicholas A. Knudsen of Seguin, wanted on kidnapping, psilocybin‑manufacturing and family‑violence charges.

A boil-water notice affects multiple west Travis County water systems after filtered-water turbidity exceeded regulatory limits. Officials recommend boiling or using bottled water until tests clear the system.

Mark Hanna has been appointed by Governor Greg Abbott as the judge of the 502nd Judicial District Court in Fort Bend County, effective December 1, 2025.

Austin Emergency Center will pay $429,231 to settle false claims allegations of overbilling for COVID-19 tests and potentially up-coding services related to federal employees' health benefits.