San Marcos City Council plans to transfer oversight of the overcapacity regional animal shelter to Hays County by late 2026, amid ongoing facility strain.

ACC partners with Urban Alchemy to provide free HVAC training to Austin's unhoused, offering education and job opportunities at the ARCH and 8th Street shelters.

Austin is adjusting its handling of police personnel records following a judge's ruling that withholding certain records was "unlawful." The city will comply with the APOA, which mandates release of these files upon request.

Kyle, Texas, is expanding its surveillance with 20 license plate readers and 12 cameras to aid law enforcement efforts, despite concerns about privacy.

A federal judge upheld parts of a Texas social media law, but blocked a censorship requirement for minors, highlighting debates on digital rights and parental control.

Texas has enacted a policy preventing transgender individuals from amending their birth certificates to match their gender identity, even with a court order, aligning with trends in other conservative-led states.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport faces a busy Labor Day weekend with recommendations for early arrival and accounts of delays, while overall U.S. travel surges are seen in air travel and road trips.

A Texas judge ruled against Austin's police keeping a secret personnel file, deeming it contrary to an act aimed at promoting transparency and accountability.

Opal Lee attended the farewell event for the Harriet Tubman sculpture in Bastrop, highlighting her advocacy for Juneteenth, which became a federal holiday.

APD announces a DWI No Refusal Initiative for Labor Day weekend to deter impaired driving, involving increased patrols and authority to obtain blood search warrants for refused tests.

Rep. Lloyd Doggett announced $1.5 million in funding for ACC’s semiconductor training programs, aiming to address workforce gaps and upgrade facilities.

Texas DPS enhances road safety efforts during Labor Day weekend through Operation CARE, focusing on speed, impaired driving, and compliance with traffic laws, aiming to reduce accidents.

Lake Austin will have a ban on personal watercraft over Labor Day weekend to improve safety during increased holiday activity, allowing non-motorized vessels only.