A motorcyclist died in a collision on East Braker Lane in Austin, marking the city's 57th fatal crash in 2025. Police urge witnesses to provide information.

The Chisholm Trail South project in Round Rock starts a new phase on August 4th, causing significant detours for southbound traffic between Sam Bass Road and Poker Alley.

TxDOT announces nearly 50% toll rate reduction on SH 288 in South Houston, to take effect September 1, 2025. Peak time rates unchanged to control traffic speed.

Austin faces extreme heat with sporadic rain chances; the high temperature near 101 and heat index up to 106. Evening may bring slight thunderstorms, with a cooler low around 78.

The Old Settlers Boulevard Extension in Round Rock will extend the road to CR 110, aiming to ease traffic on Highway 79 and improve connectivity, with completion expected by spring next year.

A fire at an East Austin apartment complex displaced residents and sent a firefighter to recover from heat exhaustion, with the fire originating from vehicle fires. No resident injuries were reported.

Tax Office locations will be closed on August 13th for staff training, as announced by WilCo TX government. They will reopen on August 14th at 8 am.

A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle on Wells Branch Parkway in Austin, marking the city's 53rd fatal crash this year. The driver cooperated with police, who are investigating.

Austin Police are looking for Roy Elizondo, wanted for tampering with his monitoring device and parole violation. He's 5'7", 200 lbs, and the public is urged to report tips anonymously.

TxDOT manages critical ferry services in Texas, including the Galveston Ferry, crucial for daily commutes and tourism, and the Port Aransas Ferry, serving the Corpus Christi area.

A man died in a scooter accident near UT Austin, with no university affiliation. APD responded to the scene. Austin has regulations on e-scooters but no speed limit changes yet.

Austin faces continued extreme heat with temperatures near 100 degrees and minimal chances of rain. Evening temperatures will remain high with a slight breeze.

Charles Byrd from Texas confessed to murdering his wife Angela, hiding her body at home for a month. After an arrest, charges of tampering with evidence are pending, with potential murder charges based on the medical examiner's findings.