The Texas House forms a special committee to oversee AI technology, focusing on data privacy and cybersecurity, chaired by Rep. Giovanni Capriglione with a bipartisan membership.

Whole Earth Provision Co. initiates its annual fundraiser in April for Texas State Parks, offering special rewards for donations and coordinating with the Banff Film Festival to enhance park facilities and programs.

Austin prepares for a total solar eclipse on April 8, expecting a significant influx of visitors and heightened traffic. The city's emergency services will activate to ensure public safety.

Round Rock is preparing for National Preservation Month in May with activities celebrating its history, including a Pioneer Day event and student presentations on local history.

The Texas education board delayed approval for an American Indian/Native Studies course, sparking frustration among advocates awaiting its inclusion in schools.

The Austin City Council considers a resolution to increase bike lane safety by prohibiting parking in lanes, educating offenders, and implementing a grace period for fines.

Bob Bowman, Michael Phelps' former coach, was hired as the new director of the University of Texas swimming and diving program, replacing legendary coach Eddie Reese.

Austin's mobile court program aims for permanence, serving 383 people with minor offenses and seeking a $1.56 million budget to continue its efforts to improve access to justice.

The article details Austin's sunny weather forecast for the week with clear skies and highs around 80 degrees, and a shift towards potential rain and thunderstorms by the weekend.

Kyle, Texas, emerges as the nation's third fastest-growing city, with Georgetown leading as the state's fastest-growing city amid a statewide growth surge highlighted by eight Texas cities ranking among the quickest expanding in the U.S.

The UT Tenants Union, created by students to address housing issues at the University of Texas, gains traction with 170 members joining in three weeks.

Law enforcement shut down roads near US 290 and Mopac in Austin, Texas due to an incident, with the situation resolved and roads reopened within an hour. Details of the incident remain undisclosed.

A Texas House committee is conducting hearings in Pampa to investigate Panhandle wildfires, gather community input, and propose legislative solutions.