A Hays County judge secretly livestreamed a child sexual assault trial, prompting objections due to privacy concerns and leading to a mistrial and dismissal of charges.

One person died following a road rage incident on U.S. Highway 290 in Elgin; a suspect was arrested, with identities not yet released. Traffic was disrupted but later restored.

The City of Taylor has imposed Stage 3 water restrictions due to pump failures at Lake Granger, which limit non-essential water use and prescribe specific irrigation times.

An investigation continues on the unresolved death of Valentin Castro in Kyle, TX, after his charred remains were found on private property in July 2023.

Garth Brooks will be inducted into the "Austin City Limits" Hall of Fame, marking the show's 50th season. He had first appeared on ACL in 1990 and will be the first solo inductee in the event's history.

Austin officials conduct "Stop the Bleed" training for bar staff in the LGBTQ community for mass-casualty incident preparedness ahead of Austin Pride.

An early-morning crash on I-35 near Grand Avenue in Pflugerville caused major delays, reinforcing TxDOT's anti-speeding campaign after a high number of speed-related accidents in Texas.

Authorities have ruled the deaths of Iris Hernandez-Perdomo and Wilfredo Chavez-Chincilla in East Austin as a murder-suicide following a stabbing incident.

A motorcycle accident in Austin claimed the life of Gordon Yang. Occurring on July 9, it marks the city's 42nd fatal traffic incident in 2024. The APD is investigating and seeking public assistance.

Austin-Travis County EMS embeds a time capsule in Station One's walls during renovations, to be opened on its 75th anniversary. The capsule contains items showcasing the department’s history.

Williamson County invites residents to the “20-Miler Challenge” at River Ranch County Park, where participants run, walk, or hike 20 miles between July 22 and November 30, 2024, for a chance to win a Parks Pass and join the "20-Miler Club."

The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum held a free public birthday event in honor of its namesake, featuring family activities, a new exhibit on Texan lowrider culture, and a commitment to educational opportunities.

Williamson County plans a new trail connecting Leander to Round Rock, inviting Vista Oaks residents' opinions and aligning with broader connectivity goals.