Texas lawmakers have approved House Bill 8 to replace the STAAR testing system with a new assessment starting the 2027-2028 school year, despite partisan debates and concerns about student stress.

Governor Greg Abbott signs three bills enhancing summer camp safety in Texas, including the Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act, to prevent camp-related tragedies.

Austin police seek public help to find suspects involved in an aggravated assault at Pinstack last month. No injuries reported after a standoff with a security officer.

Austin's HSEM encourages preparedness through a plan, emergency kits, neighborly connections, and staying informed. Activities and resources support these steps.

The City of Austin has introduced a new city brand, developed with community and employee input, aimed at enhancing service unity and cohesion. Public safety uniforms will remain unchanged.

A manatee sighting halted a TxDOT ferry construction project in Port Aransas, Texas, due to environmental protocols.

Governor Abbott announces Scotiabank's expansion in Dallas, creating over 1,020 jobs and a $60 million investment, with the Texas Enterprise Fund providing a $10.77 million grant.

Armenian national Kamo Kirakosyan was indicted for his role in a conspiracy to export goods to Russia, bypassing U.S. sanctions. He appeared before a federal judge in Austin after extradition.

Governor Greg Abbott honors 33 Texas universities and colleges with the 2025 Veteran Education Excellence Recognition Award for their services to veterans and their families.

Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis will update on the South Austin strip mall officer-involved shooting, which left a suspect dead and bystander Fernando Martinez injured.

Travis County deputies responded to a disturbance where a woman in her 30s died, with foul play suspected after a reported fight in an apartment parking lot.

The Travis County Sheriff's Office is investigating a suspicious death after a woman was found critically injured at a Manor, Texas apartment and later died. Witnesses suggest she may have been pushed into traffic.

A suspected drunk driver struck a Mustang Ridge Police cruiser, resulting in significant vehicle damage, no officer injuries, and one passenger hospitalized. The driver, lacking a valid license and insurance, was arrested for DWI.