Toll rates in Texas are increasing, costing drivers in the Austin area and North Texas more for using highways such as U.S. 183, with a nearly 4% hike. Electronic tag users will still pay less than the pay-by-mail option.

A fake website has been scamming Austin drivers by masquerading as the city's official Park ATX parking service, leading to warnings from city officials.

Austin experienced 841 firework-related complaints during the New Year's holiday, peaking in the north and northeast with fewer reports than July 4th. Despite legality within city limits, fireworks sparked both celebration and displeasure.

Texas is planning new electricity connections to improve power grid reliability and offer cheaper energy, including projects like Southern Spirit and Pecos West that could bring in additional power from other states.

Councilman Zo Qadri reflects on his first year in office, highlighting efforts in emergency response, housing affordability, and Austin's infrastructure improvements including Interstate 35 developments.

Governor Greg Abbott defends Texas' busing of migrants to NYC, declaring the lawsuit against bus companies as "baseless" and supporting migrants' constitutional right to move freely within the U.S.

First Lady Cecilia Abbott launches Texas' fourth annual Week of Prayer to End Human Trafficking to raise awareness and foster community action against the crime.

Hays County constables deliver jury summonses by hand due to a vendor's error, affecting over 6,000 notices, ensuring an upcoming trial proceeds as planned.

The City of Buda is introducing a new utility bill payment system with InvoiceCloud, providing online payment options, integration with WaterSmart, and reduced fees for residents.

An Austin resident won a $1 million prize from the Texas Lottery with a ticket purchased at a Cedar Park 7-Eleven.

The USPS confirmed it will close the UT Austin campus post office due to a non-renewed lease, effective Jan. 26. Customers are redirected to nearby locations.

As streaming services raise their prices, many consumers are canceling subscriptions with a churn rate rising to 6.3% in November. Companies like Amazon Prime Video are adding ad-supported options to offset costs.

Texas Governor Abbott has declared January 2024 Human Trafficking Prevention Month to raise awareness and increase resources for fighting trafficking.