Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is engaging 23 artist-led teams for artistic installations as part of its expansion, including local engagement events.

Neighborhood Sushi is planning a second Austin location on South First; permits show a 4,000-square-foot build‑out and an estimated $500k remodel. The move follows MML Hospitality’s wider expansion.

A former employee's lawsuit alleges rat infestations at Smokey Mo's Round Rock and Liberty Hill locations; the chain says inspection letters and videos undercut those claims. Both sides are preparing legal moves.

Austin is poised to add $100K to a Greenberg Traurig contract as the DOJ investigates the city’s hiring practices; the council will consider the $176K cap next week.

A Texas A&M entomologist has consulted on roughly 200 criminal cases, using insect life cycles to help investigators narrow timelines and train students.

Austin police say evidence points to suicide in the death of Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera, but her family disputes the finding and has retained lawyers.

Austin’s History Center stages a grand reopening this Sunday after a multimillion-dollar renovation and a move into the John Henry Faulk building. The ceremony includes civic leaders, tours and a new exhibit.

Paris Baguette will open its first Georgetown bakery at Bluebonnet Plaza, with construction slated to begin Feb. 16, 2026 and a projected July opening.

Mustang Ridge's city council voted unanimously to remove Police Chief Rolando Belmares after a closed-door complaint about timecard changes. Captain Tammy McCleney was named interim while details remain limited.

Texas Governor Abbott requests an investigation into CAIR's tax-exempt status, citing alleged links to the Muslim Brotherhood and Hamas, and seeks to prevent charities from threatening national security.

The body of 18-year-old Kenley Bommarito was recovered at Lake Georgetown after he went missing last Friday. Police used sonar in their search, and the community expresses deep condolences. The cause of death is under investigation.

City officials say an early retirement and a vacancy closed a $273K shortfall, and the council pushed the final 2026 budget vote to Dec. 15.

Round Rock Police arrested Rogelio Daniel Casas for burglary at Quantum Pain and Orthopedics after a business representative noticed suspicious activity.