A motorcyclist was killed Monday after colliding with an SUV on South Bagdad Road in Leander; police closed the road for hours while investigators processed the scene.

Austin Pets Alive! is urgently seeking foster homes as a contagious dog pneumovirus spreads through Austin shelters. Hosts with no other dogs are being asked to step up.

San Marcos Police arrested Kevin Frimpong for allegedly trying to kidnap two women while impersonating an officer.

Austin's weather forecast predicts a partly sunny day with a high near 54°F and increasing clouds at night with a low around 42°F.

H-E-B is delighting travelers at Texas airports with free merchandise from vending machine pop-ups, offering items like concha slippers and a viral tortilla blanket.

Scammers posing as deputies are calling Leander residents and demanding payment by Bitcoin or gift cards, police say. Authorities urge people to hang up and report the calls.

A Travis County jury found Kevin Art Denmon guilty of indecency with a child by exposure; a judge sentenced him to seven years in the Texas prison system.

High Road DelicaTexan from The Cavalier team opened in Bouldin Creek with house-made sausages, stacked sandwiches and inventive cocktails. The spot doubles as a market for take-home goods.

Texas leads the nation in job growth for a 12-month period, setting records in employment and economic advancement according to the Governor's Office.

Williamson County officials prepare for winter, urging public readiness with 400 tons of sand and on-call staff for road safety, and emphasizing community planning and coordination for severe weather conditions.

Austin asked staff to draft a gender‑inclusive restroom plan as Texas’ new bathroom law takes effect, setting up a clash between legal risk and protecting trans residents.

Austin’s 5th Street has been named a state cultural district — a designation organizers say will bring funding, signage and tourists to the historic Mexican American corridor.

Texas Governor Abbott lauds the state's record job growth and low unemployment rate, highlighting Texas' lead in 12-month job gains and investment in workforce training through JET grants.