Austin's soon-to-begin light rail system, scheduled for groundbreaking in 2027, is set to have 15 stops over a 10-mile stretch with an estimated 28,000 weekday riders, while also causing significant changes to the city's street grid.

Austin's Artist Access Program is accepting applications for its 2026 season to provide local artists with affordable rehearsal and production spaces.

A poll by the UT Texas Politics Project shows a gap between Texas voters' main concerns—immigration and the economy—and some lawmakers' priorities like school vouchers. The poll also indicates different views on state spending and law strictness.

Austin city leaders are on alert as the conservative Texas Legislature begins its session, potentially impacting local governance on issues like school funding and property taxes.

APD seeks two male suspects connected to a series of robberies in Austin, providing detailed descriptions and urging public assistance with information.

Austin prepares for Martin Luther King Jr. Day with events like the MLK Community March, a festival, and a food drive for the Central Texas Food Bank.

A fatal crash in Austin on January 10 marks the city's first traffic death in 2025. The driver, Anthony David Jones, died after a single-vehicle accident. Police are investigating.

Trudy's Tex-Mex has closed its last location in Austin, ending a long stint since 1977 as a local dining favorite known for its Mexican martinis and vibrant atmosphere.

Austin Police seek a suspect in a December hit-and-run that injured a pedestrian. A red Ford pickup fled the scene; a tall, black male around 30 is suspected. A $1,000 reward is offered for tips leading to an arrest.

The Texas House is deliberating over the selection of a new speaker, with no candidate having secured the necessary votes amid ideological divides within the Republican Party.

Texans lost over $10 million to scams in 2024, with investment and cryptocurrency frauds being the most costly. Middle-aged residents suffered the most losses.

Texas firefighters joined California's battle against wildfires, with over 100 personnel and equipment arriving to assist, as reported by CBS Austin and FOX 11.

The Texas DPS highlights the importance of the AMBER Alert system on National AMBER Alert Day, pointing out its success in child safety and the role of public assistance.