The Austin Police Department conducted operations against shoplifting in North Austin, arresting multiple individuals and recovering over $12,900 in stolen goods.

Former TV anchor Stephanie Hockridge was sentenced to 10 years for her role in a COVID-19 relief fraud scheme, also ordered to pay over $63 million in restitution.

Texas AG Paxton is suing TDHCA, claiming their funding rules discriminate against religious groups by restricting the use of funds for religious activities.

Austin approved incentives for Balance Dance Studios and The Hideout under its Place-Based Enhancement Program to promote local business growth and stability.

A Wimberley SWAT operation ended Monday with one arrest after deputies say a man assaulted his 90-year-old mother, barricaded himself on Flite Acres Road and was captured by a K9.

Clear and mild this morning in Austin with gusty NNE winds this afternoon. Mostly sunny Thanksgiving, but rain and storms return Saturday.

El Paso man sentenced to 48 months for kidnapping his ex-girlfriend, which escalated from a meeting to retrieve a sweatshirt to violence and abandonment in a remote area.

Governor Greg Abbott appoints Richard "Rick" Bell as Judge of the 501st Judicial District Court, Fort Bend County, effective December 1, 2025, with a term ending December 31, 2026.

Williamson County lifts its burn ban in unincorporated areas, effective at noon, with the caveat to exercise caution and follow state regulations for outdoor burning.

Texas Governor appoints Greg Wilhelm as a judge for the 504th Judicial District Court in Ellis County, set to serve from December 1, 2025, to the end of 2026.

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny weather in Austin leading to Thanksgiving with a gradual cooldown and a chance of rain and storms towards the weekend.

The shelter-in-place order in Wimberley was lifted after the Hays County Sheriff's Office found no public danger following a mental health-related law enforcement response.

A man died and two others were injured when a Ford Escape hit an Oncor truck in Georgetown; the driver was arrested for intoxication manslaughter and assault.