Central Texas schools prepare for winter weather, some delaying start times, while others maintain normal schedules, ensuring student safety and warmth.

The Austin Police is enhancing 6th Street's safety with features like security barriers due to recent terror attacks in other cities, per CBS Austin and Fox San Antonio.

Goats are being used in Steiner Ranch, Travis County, for wildfire prevention by grazing on hazardous vegetation, as part of a community effort to enhance resilience against wildfires.

The Georgetown Antique Mall is closing after 40 years, eliciting sadness from the community and its owner, Carolyn Martin, who is retiring without a successor.

Austin Police Department considers installing protective structures in the city's entertainment district following a deadly vehicle attack in New Orleans.

Atmos Energy provides energy-saving tips ahead of cold weather, including proper maintenance of gas meters, cost-effective heating practices, and safety measures to avoid carbon monoxide accumulation.

Austinites celebrated the New Year by participating in the Polar Bear Plunge at Barton Springs, attended by local officials and residents who braved the water's chilly temperatures.

Leander urges water conservation due to treatment plant shutdown, enforcing Phase 4 restrictions, including a ban on outdoor watering and potential fines.

CapMetro offers free transit on New Year's Eve in Austin to promote safe celebrations, with extended rail service and rerouted buses due to fireworks events.

TDEM activates additional wildfire resources in response to increased risk in Texas, deploying firefighters, equipment, and aircraft to support local efforts.

CBS Austin and WUOT remember President Jimmy Carter as an "international hero" and detail his commitment to democracy, transparency, peace, and post-presidential humanitarian work.

Austin City Council approves $1.7 million for street lighting upgrades in crash-prone areas, set to start early 2025, aimed at enhancing safety for pedestrians and drivers.

Travis County is developing a 60,000-square-foot visitor center for the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve, scheduled to begin construction in 2025 and open in 2027, featuring interactive exhibits and accessible trails.