The Del Valle ISD in Texas opened a new P-TECH facility and celebrated with a community event, giving away backpacks. Despite facing a budget shortfall, the district aims to prepare students for careers in fields like cybersecurity.

Lisa Davis has been named Austin's new police chief, becoming the city's second female leader in law enforcement, with hopes of increasing women's representation and rebuilding community trust.

Meteorologists predict a week of relentless heat in Austin, with temperatures soaring up to 104 degrees and high heat indices reaching up to 110 degrees. Minimal relief is expected overnight with lows in the upper 70s.

A Texas man pleaded guilty to illegally importing 165 endangered Australian reptiles by providing false documents to authorities about a nonexistent zoo.

An Austin man pleaded guilty to robbery charges related to the theft of USPS Arrow Keys as part of a 2023 scheme.

Georgetown schedules mosquito spraying after West Nile virus is detected in local parks, with health officials advising residents to stay indoors during spraying and take precautions against mosquito bites.

The Justice Department reports constitutional breaches in Texas juvenile facilities, finding abuse, inadequate services, and disability discrimination.

UT Austin administrators violated rules in handling pro-Palestine protests, a report by the university's committee reveals, questioning the free speech commitment.

A man was arrested in Taylor on drug and weapons charges after a search yielded cocaine and a firearm; he was already on parole and had previous drug charges.

A motorcyclist died in a collision with an SUV on North MoPac Expressway in Austin. The incident occurred early Sunday morning, and authorities are seeking information on a vehicle that fled the scene.

Casey's General Stores is acquiring Fikes Wholesale Inc., adding 198 CEFCO stores to its network, expanding its Southern US presence, particularly in Texas.

The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport features a marketplace of 85% local brands, offering travelers a taste of the city's culture, managed through a fair RFP process.

Saharan dust brings hazy, hot conditions to Austin, with temperatures around 98°F and a heat index up to 104°F. Air quality is affected, posing risks to sensitive groups. The haze is expected to thin in the coming days.