The Austin Independent School District announced a summer internship program to provide 36 high school students with practical work experience, personal growth, and networking opportunities, offering a $2,000 stipend for a seven-week period.

Travis County, Texas, celebrates marriage equality by offering free wedding ceremonies for the LGBTQ community, marking the ninth anniversary of same-sex marriage legalization.

Veterinarians gave free care to pets of Austin's unhoused population, providing exams, vaccines, and grooming, backed by AVMA and the Street Dog Coalition, with corporate support.

Austin's We All Belong initiative hosted 'Party at the People’s House' to promote unity and combat hate, featuring local food, music, and art in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Austin Community College experiences a significant enrollment increase of 23% from last year, credited to the new Free Tuition Pilot Program for the high school class of 2024.

Texas State University is launching a Bachelor's program in Aviation Science to address the pilot shortage and meet soaring demand. The program includes both academic and practical flight training.

Governor Abbott and the TWC have allocated over $1.3 million in grants to enhance Career and Technical Education in Northeast Texas, targeting in-demand jobs training for students.

Dr. Jennifer Hinson is appointed as the new principal of Williams Elementary School in the Georgetown Independent School District, starting in the 2024-2025 school year.

Governor Abbott moves the Texas State Emergency Operations Center to Level II in anticipation of a tropical storm, ensuring state agencies are prepared for swift response.

The latest STAAR results reveal that math proficiency in Austin ISD students is lower than pre-pandemic levels, while reading shows improvement; officials stress that STAAR is not the sole indicator of potential.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issues an advisory on Title IX following a court decision that blocks Biden Administration's transgender policies in schools. The ruling exempts Texas schools from adhering to these guidelines.

The University of Texas at Austin is laying off up to 20 communications and marketing staff amid university-wide turmoil and after receiving criticism over its handling of campus events.

Over 30 candidates, including two from Austin's ranks, are vying to become the city's next police chief, with the city manager and Mosaic Public Partners leading the selection process.