TxDOT plans major I-35 changes in Austin, including the demolition of the MLK Bridge, causing road closures and detours during construction anticipated to finish by 2025.

Austin's Police Department reported a spike in rape cases for November, the highest in years, while advocacy groups like SAFE Alliance offer victim support.

Two teens were arrested for a shooting at a Kyle party that injured another teen, with police linking ballistic evidence and charging them with aggravated assault.

A former Austin-area principal was arrested on child pornography charges in Montgomery County, Texas, following an Internet Crimes Against Children task force investigation.

The Texas Department of Transportation launches the Drive like a Texan campaign to encourage courteous and safe driving by tapping into state pride and camaraderie.

A juvenile in Washington state was arrested for "swatting," with charges for a terroristic threat after a false emergency call at San Marcos High School.

Delays at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport over the weekend were caused by a shortage of air traffic controllers, according to the FAA. Rep. Lloyd Doggett criticized the FAA for not addressing the issue quickly enough.

Proposition A in Austin leads to teacher pay raises and funding influx for AISD, though the state recapture policy limits the district's benefit from increased property taxes.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport reports progress in 2024 with expansions under its "Journey With AUS" program, including new concourses, gates, and TSA lanes, funded partly by a $33.27 million federal grant.

Judge O’Connor rejected Boeing's plea deal concerning its 737 Max crashes due to issues with the DEI policies involved in selecting a compliance monitor.

Texas Governor Abbott is confident in passing a school voucher program with increased legislative support and looks to provide additional funding to public schools, despite concerns about equity and funding implications.

Texas will exempt most non-commercial vehicles from safety inspections starting January 1, 2025, adding a $7.50 replacement fee upon registration due to House Bill 3297. New vehicle purchases will incur a one-time fee of $16.75 covering two years.

A Texan man, Saint Jovite Youngblood, was sentenced to 40 years for defrauding over $12 million from victims using a false Delta Force veteran persona.