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.

A former Elgin ISD staffer was arrested after an affidavit alleged inappropriate contact with an eighth‑grade student during sleepovers. The district says it is cooperating with investigators.

Two foxes in Wimberley, Texas tested positive for rabies, prompting warnings from the Hays County Sheriff’s Office to avoid wildlife and ensure pets are vaccinated.

Hays County announces its annual Point-in-Time Count to gather data on local homelessness for resource planning, in collaboration with local organizations and volunteers.