Texas bluebonnets are blooming alongside highways, with a peak in early to mid-April, thanks to TxDOT's wildflower program initiated in 1917. While the flowers make for popular photo ops, the public is advised to be cautious of snakes and insects.

The National Weather Service predicts a partly sunny day in Austin with cool temperatures, a high of 65, and northeast winds up to 20 mph. The week will gradually warm up with a chance of rain by Thursday.

A naked man high on drugs broke into an Austin home, resulting in a SWAT situation and highlighting local concerns about homelessness and drug issues.

The Texas Medical Board plans to clarify abortion law exceptions for life or health risks, inspired by lobbyists' petition for clearer care guidelines in medical emergencies for pregnant women.

EVS Metal plans to relocate its headquarters to a new 175,000-square-foot facility in Pflugerville, Texas, aiming to scale operations and create over 80 jobs by 2025.

Jalen Highsmith received a 10-year sentence for his involvement in a fatal 2020 shooting at an Austin Waffle House after pleading guilty to aggravated robbery.

The Austin area anticipates a stormy weekend with ongoing rain and possible severe weather, including periods of heavy rain and threats of large hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes.

Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs has impressed with his performance despite the team's poor record, and expresses enthusiasm for learning from NBA stars and experiencing Austin's culture.

Louis Phillip Reyes, an Austin gang leader, is sought by law enforcement after failing to appear for his trial, resulting in a 45-year sentence for firearm possession.

An Austin man, Raymond Garner, was sentenced to 30 months in prison for detonating a pipe bomb in a hospital parking garage. He pleaded guilty and was also found with other explosive materials.

Bambino, a new '80s-themed pizzeria by the creators of L'Oca d'Oro, opens in East Austin, offering specialty pies and an aperitivo hour, with delivery options available.

A suspicious package in downtown Austin during SXSW was deemed harmless by the bomb squad, allowing evacuated areas to reopen and activities to resume.

Austin has slipped to second place in the U.S. growth rankings, with its MSA growing by 2.1 percent but still achieving a significant population increase.