UT Austin focuses on student safety with increased patrols in West Campus amid the new semester, as the community addresses concerns from students and implements improved safety measures.

UT Austin welcomes around 8,000 new and returning students during its annual Mooov-In event, with the university preparing for a bustling transition period.

Dan Hord became the new Commissioner of the Texas DPS, taking over from Dale Wainwright, with leaders expressing confidence in Hord's future contributions to public safety.

Round Rock City Manager Laurie Hadley is retiring in December, leaving a legacy of growth and infrastructural development. Assistant City Manager Brooks Bennett is slated to succeed her, continuing the city's development.

Round Rock Public Library opens pre-registration on August 19 for limited ESL class spots, with mandatory online pre-registration determining class timing.

Texas reports a seventh month of labor force growth, despite a decrease in nonfarm jobs for July, with a consistent year-on-year increase in jobs and a lower unemployment rate than the national average.

The Austin Equity Office announced the 2024-2025 Equity Mini Grant Fund, inviting grassroots organizations to apply for funding to support various community issues. Applications in multiple languages are accepted until October 15.

ATCEMS medics reunited with Morgan Walker, who survived a life-threatening hemorrhage, underscoring the success of Austin's pioneering Whole Blood program.

A judge in Travis County, Texas, has blocked the release of school A-F accountability ratings following a lawsuit over the validity of the STAAR test results.

Lakeway, Texas, is amending pool ordinances to help homeowners with pools affected by "concrete cancer," or alkali-silica reaction, by reducing related costs.

Liberty Hill Police Chief Royce Graeter resigns after seven years; Lt. Jeff Ringstaff is appointed as interim chief.

Round Rock, Texas ranks as one of the best places to live in the Southwest according to a new livability ranking, highlighting its affordability and quality of life.

A Travis County judge has halted the release of Texas school performance ratings for a second year amid a lawsuit challenging the TEA's updated standards and metrics.