Austin Energy commits $735 million to improve electric grid reliability, focusing on upgrades, pole inspections, wildfire management, and smart grid analytics. The investment aims to address past issues and ensure stable power supply.

Austin invites residents to meet finalists for the Animal Services Director role on December 18, 2025, at a public event with translation services provided.

Williamson County offices will close for Christmas and New Year holidays, with modified hours for certain services; animal shelter offers special hours.

CPS Energy says a $10 million jump in unpaid bills during the federal shutdown has pushed roughly 92,000 households toward disconnection as the utility ramps outreach and eyes future rate talks.

Denison, Texas is recognized as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community, highlighting its potential for economic growth through tourism. Governor Abbott's office underscores the program's benefits for job creation and local economies.

Austin Pets Alive! is urgently seeking foster homes as a contagious dog pneumovirus spreads through Austin shelters. Hosts with no other dogs are being asked to step up.

Camp Mystic is installing a flood warning system, responding to a past tragedy and complying with the Youth CAMPER Act, to prevent future flood-related incidents at the camp.

A fan wearing a T-shirt with Durant's college photo sparks a reunion with the NBA star during a Houston Rockets game, leading to a widely shared social media moment.

Sugar Land, Texas, was designated as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas, in recognition of the city's commitment to leveraging tourism for economic growth and job creation.

A bomb threat at a Taylor H-E-B store led to an evacuation; the area was later deemed safe by police with the threat not credible. Normal operations resumed.

Texas leads the nation in job growth for a 12-month period, setting records in employment and economic advancement according to the Governor's Office.

Texas Governor Abbott lauds the state's record job growth and low unemployment rate, highlighting Texas' lead in 12-month job gains and investment in workforce training through JET grants.

Round Rock Police Department is accepting applicants for its Citizens Police Academy starting February 10, 2026, for a 12-week program that offers insight into police work.