Williamson County lifted its burn ban for unincorporated areas on April 29, 2025, allowing outdoor burning in compliance with state law while urging caution and adherence to safety guidelines.

Austin's forecast includes recurring showers and thunderstorms this week, with varying chances of precipitation and partly sunny to mostly cloudy skies. Highs range from 79-92°F, with varying wind speeds.

UT football player Nick Brooks was arrested for DWI in Austin after officers found a vape pen with cannabis in his pocket. He tested for a 0.00 BAC but was deemed unable to drive safely.

The Miami Dolphins drafted ex-Texas QB Quinn Ewers at 231st overall, amid concerns about his arm strength. Ewers joins after a collegiate career with significant achievements but faces competition in the Dolphins' QB lineup.

IRS employees in South Austin were exposed to a substance from a package, prompting a response from emergency services. Only one person needed treatment for non-life-threatening issues, with safety precautions enacted and investigations ongoing.

Austin is preparing for a varied week of weather, with high temperatures around 88-89 degrees, mostly sunny skies, and chances of showers and thunderstorms, especially on Wednesday with an 80% chance. Winds could reach up to 25 mph.

An IRS facility in Austin was evacuated after an employee exposed to a package with an unknown substance. The substance was later deemed non-hazardous.

The article discusses Central Texas's water crisis, highlighting challenges like drought, floods, population growth, aging infrastructure, and rapid water system failures in rural areas, with potential legislative solutions on the horizon.

Austin Parks & Rec and TreeFolks launched the Austin Tree of the Year Awards to celebrate trees and raise environmental awareness, accepting nominations in various categories until Texas Arbor Day.

Austin Police seek public help to identify a suspect in an April 8 aggravated assault at 5312 Airport Blvd, involving a firearm. The suspect is described as a black male, around 6'2", 230-250 lbs, last seen in a blue hoodie and jeans.

The Austin Police Department seeks public help to find a suspect in an April 18 robbery at the Meadows at Berdoll, where a man in a black hoodie stole a car at gunpoint.

Austin's weather forecast includes a mix of sun and storms, with variable chances of rain and peak temperatures around 88-92 degrees, accompanied by Southeasterly winds.

Waymo's autonomous vehicles in Austin have drawn criticism for stalling, speeding, and crashing, with locals frustrated by their cautious driving and safety issues. Despite complaints, Texas law limits local regulation of driverless cars.