County action clears an early hurdle for a proposed 480‑home community near Lockhart by a Florida‑based developer. The move adds to a wave of big projects in Caldwell County.

Alcove Cantina on Main Street has relaunched as Sociedad, unveiling a revamped interior, bigger tequila and mezcal list, and a new Mexican-focused menu.

A water main break on Red River Street Monday carved a hole in the downtown roadway and shut lanes near East Sixth; crews are on scene and detours are in place.

Foggy morning gives way to likely showers and thunderstorms Sunday. Heavy downpours and gusty southeast winds may disrupt commutes.

A last hurrah at Austin’s Paramount before a major restoration: Casablanca in 35mm, a Spy Kids 25th‑anniversary screening with a live family band, and an April Jedi preview.

Patchy morning fog and a warm, muggy day. A nighttime line of storms could bring heavy rain and isolated severe weather to parts of the Hill Country.

City Council approved a $13.44M purchase to add about 49.2 acres along Onion Creek, citing water‑quality, drainage and flood‑mitigation goals as it expands parkland in south Austin.

Austin City Council adopted a rezoning for the four‑acre 1000 Red River block, replacing mixed zoning with a unified Downtown Mixed Use designation and opening the former TRS campus to redevelopment.

A Georgetown man received a 16-year sentence after pleading guilty in the 2024 kidnapping and shooting of a Leander teen, court records show.

The Texas Medical Association has joined a multistate antitrust suit accusing Claritev and major insurers of underpaying out‑of‑network claims, alleging billions in losses for doctors.

A 19‑year‑old opened Cowboy Cubans in Austin as HB 2844 moves food‑truck permitting to the state; the change could speed expansion — or shave local inspections and fees.

An enhanced clearing near the Terrazas Branch Library prompted anger from homelessness advocates who say residents weren't warned or offered services. City officials say the action was outreach-focused.

Austin police are asking for tips after a stolen car crashed at Stonleigh Place and Blue Meadow Drive; the driver fled and detectives are seeking dashcam footage. A reward may be available.