The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has acquired a new Airbus H125 helicopter to improve response capabilities for law enforcement tasks such as disaster aid and search and rescue missions.

The Austin Firefighters Association is advocating for more cadets and a shorter workweek to combat job-related stress and mental health issues among firefighters.

An Austin resident won a $29 million Lotto Texas jackpot with numbers 11-21-25-30-32-50; the ticket was sold at Salt Springs Xpress and the winner chose to remain anonymous.

Two Austin organizations, HC4A and Shalom Austin, packed school supplies for underserved students in their 12th annual event, supported by Austin's "We All Belong" initiative.

Austin's 9-1-1 system faced disruptions but is improving, with calls sometimes facing poor audio or being rerouted. While not fully resolved, emergency calls are still processed. Residents should use 3-1-1 or 512-974-2000 if needed.

Elon Musk is opening a Montessori-style school named Ad Astra in Bastrop, Texas, focusing on STEM education for children aged 3-9, with a merit-based admission policy.

The Del Valle ISD in Texas opened a new P-TECH facility and celebrated with a community event, giving away backpacks. Despite facing a budget shortfall, the district aims to prepare students for careers in fields like cybersecurity.

The Texas DPS and THP are intensifying road enforcement from August 6-8 to reduce accidents involving commercial vehicles on major interstate corridors.

UT Austin administrators violated rules in handling pro-Palestine protests, a report by the university's committee reveals, questioning the free speech commitment.

Austin Community College's Associate Degree in Business Administration program offers a transferable curriculum, online completion, and is designed to accelerate careers with an average graduate starting salary of $60,000.

A 9-year-old girl named Aaliyah donated comfort kits to the Georgetown Fire Department to help children during emergencies, inspired by her own experience with first responders in Tulsa.

UT Austin has begun disciplining students for protest involvement, offering some a deferred suspension option to avoid immediate suspension until 2025.

The Central Texas Food Bank and Workforce Solutions Capital Area have partnered to offer food and job assistance at the same location to address food insecurity and unemployment.