An Austin resident won a $1 million prize in the Texas Lottery's Ca$h Blowout scratch ticket game, opting for anonymity. The winning ticket was bought at Paleface Market in Spicewood.

Ex-car dealer Erik Maund and co-defendants will get a new trial due to errors in the evidence presented in their initial trial for a murder-for-hire case.

Tim Hortons is set to open a new location in Round Rock, Texas, as part of an expansion plan to launch 40-50 stores in Austin's metro area within five years. The Round Rock store will offer 24/7 service and a range of menu items.

Concordia University Texas names Dr. Kristi Kirk as its first female president, highlighting her advocacy for expanding access to education and community engagement.

The Texas DPS stresses car seat safety during Child Passenger Safety Week, underlining the importance of proper use and installation to prevent child deaths in car accidents.

Jennifer Weaver is the first female Texas Game Warden to graduate from the FBI National Academy, as announced by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

Danielle Ivy Dechert in Texas received a 40-year sentence for causing her 5-month-old's death by suffocation while under the influence and delaying medical aid.

The Austin Police Department is investigating an officer-involved shooting on September 10, 2024, where a suspect was fatally shot during a break-in attempt.

The Austin Planning Commission supports rezoning for a new high-rise, multi-use complex at 200 E. Riverside Drive, potentially featuring retail, residential, and hotel spaces.

The 15th annual Dam That Cancer event in Austin saw over 200 paddleboarders aim to raise $1.4 million for families affected by cancer, emphasizing mental health support through the Flatwater Foundation.

Residents debate the fate of a Confederate statue at Williamson County Courthouse, with one side seeking its removal due to its slavery symbolism, and the other arguing it's part of Texas history.

Gabriela's Group opens La Searienta, a new diner in East Austin, with a menu inspired by Bucio's Mexican heritage and plans for a drive-thru service offering micheladas and cocktails.

Austin is experiencing a heatwave with high temperatures around 99 degrees and minimal rain chances. Nights may bring slight relief, but the hot, dry weather is forecasted to persist.