IDEA Public Schools partners with iHeart Media to offer free meals and backpack giveaways to support families in need as the new school year approaches and the community recovers from Beryl.

Schools in Central Texas and the Stevens Point area announce their start dates for the 2024-25 academic year, ranging from early August to early September.

A grandmother in Lockhart uses retirement funds to give out free backpacks to local students, marking the 4,000th backpack this year through her educational aid foundation.

Austin celebrates National Ice Cream Day with special deals and flavors from local vendors and national chains. Proceeds from some sales go to charity.

The Austin-Round Rock metro area's unemployment rate increased slightly to 3.8%, despite the addition of 4,900 jobs, remaining below state and national rates.

The Mason County Courthouse in Texas, restored after a 2021 arson, held a rededication ceremony, reflecting the community's resilience and efforts to preserve the building's historical significance.

Round Rock City Council allocates $642,233 from CDBG funds for low-income housing support, park enhancements, and other community services for the fiscal year 2024-2025.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announces record job creation and employment levels in the state, emphasizing Texas' thriving economy and superior national performance in job growth.

The Austin Police Department's new chief finalists are Lisa Davis of the Cincinnati Police and Milwaukee's Chief Jeffrey Norman, with a community meet-and-greet scheduled for input.

Del Valle ISD expands its free meal program to include breakfast and lunch for all students in the 2024-2025 school year under the Community Eligibility Program.

DPS hosted the 31st annual Texas Challenge to test the skills of Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Troopers and others, focusing on road safety and enforcement, with winners advancing to a North American competition.

Austin seeks community input to help shape its Animal Services strategic plan after audits show issues at AAC, such as small kennels and strained relations with stakeholders.

Governor Greg Abbott has announced a temporary policy allowing SNAP beneficiaries in 36 Texas counties to buy hot foods with their benefits due to Hurricane Beryl's impact.