Dr. Richard Rhodes, the former ACC chancellor, has been named 2023 Austinite of the Year by the Austin Chamber, recognizing his significant contributions to the community and education.

A cyber 'card draining' scam targeting gift card purchasers is highlighted, with experts advising caution and secure purchasing methods to avoid tampering or loss of funds.

The Justice of the Peace Pct. 4 in Taylor will close on Dec. 21 from noon until 5 p.m. Scheduled hearings remain unaffected. The office apologizes for any inconvenience.

Elon Musk plans to invest $100 million to start a STEM-focused school in Austin, Texas, named The Foundation, which aims to support students with high academic potential.

Environmental groups and Native American tribes are suing SpaceX and the FAA over the environmental impact of the company's Starship rocket launches in Texas.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport prepares for a busy holiday season, advising travelers to plan ahead and arrive early to handle the expected surge in passenger traffic smoothly. They also offer tips for parking and navigating TSA screening.

The Texas Lottery introduces a prize offering winners a trip to the edge of space with the "Space Perspective Cash Adventure," achievable through a second-chance drawing of losing scratch-off tickets.

Governor Greg Abbott and hundreds of attendees honored fallen soldiers at the Texas State Cemetery for National Wreaths Across America Day, placing 3,300 wreaths on graves.

Texas has implemented new book standards banning "sexually explicit" content in school libraries, a move required by districts statewide, following the finalization by the State Board of Education.

Austin Parks and Recreation joins with Austin Parks Foundation to create an All Abilities Playground at Onion Creek Park, inviting public input at a virtual meeting with ASL and Spanish interpretation.

Austin announces a free New Year's Eve event at Auditorium Shores with live music, fireworks, and CNN coverage, advising attendees of ground rules and transportation options.

The Austin City Council has updated their parkland dedication fees for developers to align with new state legislation, House Bill 1526, which will take effect on January 1, 2024.

A $2 million Powerball ticket was sold in North Austin, with the lucky establishment being Winners Corner TX LLC. The winner has not yet been identified.