Hays County's homeless population has doubled since 2020, with the count reaching 210 in 2024. Concerns are rising over the high number of homeless minors.

TDEM is seeking nominations for their Emergency Management Awards with an April 26 deadline. Recipients will be announced at a May 30 luncheon in Fort Worth.

Tesla is laying off 2,700 employees at its Austin factory, starting June 14, as part of a larger global workforce reduction amid declining sales.

The Austin Greek Festival offers an authentic cultural experience with traditional Greek food, music, and dancing, drawing local participation and support for the Greek community.

The Dripping Springs ISD in Texas postponed changes to its anti-discrimination policy after public backlash over the removal of "gender identity" and "sexual orientation."

The University of Texas at Austin’s McCombs School of Business boosts its entrepreneurial program with $13.5 million in donations, led by a $10 million gift from alumnus John D. Harkey Jr.

Austin has launched the 'Sip Safely' program, distributing drink test kits to bars to combat drink spiking, thereby enhancing the safety of its nightlife.

H-E-B is giving out 265,000 free reusable bags made from recycled bottles on Earth Day as part of its sustainability efforts and environmental preservation initiative in Texas.

Central Texas' largest NICU graduate reunion was held in Austin, celebrating former patients with their families and healthcare teams who cared for them.

The Austin Police Department's 151st Cadet class graduated 39 new officers, including a record 10 women, as the department works to address a staffing shortfall.

Texas State Park rangers and H-E-B stores celebrate Earth Day with educational booths to promote environmental stewardship.

UT Austin's Classics Professor Andrew M. Riggsby is awarded a Guggenheim Fellowship, recognized for his innovative approach combining cognitive science with Roman history.

Austin extends operations of the Marshalling Yard, a temporary homeless shelter, with additional funding to provide continued refuge and services to the homeless population until longer-term housing solutions are developed.