South San Antonio ISD says about 400 students didn't return this year, a drop officials link in part to immigration fears that will shave roughly $3 million from the district budget.

Officials say falling enrollment and stalled property sales have widened a multi‑million‑dollar shortfall, putting consolidations and deeper cuts back on the table.

Neighbors in Southwood say a recurring camp under the St. Elmo bridge is bringing drug use, trash and safety fears to their block.

Austin is pairing federal FYI vouchers with local service dollars and a LifeWorks contract in an initial push to keep foster youth from becoming unhoused. Early placements will prioritize the most at‑risk 18‑ to 25‑year‑olds.

The Texas Tribune relaunched its Public Schools Explorer with faster updates, new finance fields and tools to help families compare nearby campuses.

A $50 million gift from NVIDIA executive Roger Bringmann will bankroll the Bringmann Center and push Austin Christian University toward rapid growth and accreditation. The donation aims to double the Georgetown campus and expand the school's business and tech programming.

A five-ship military helicopter formation flew over Austin on Sunday, rattling homes and prompting videos as it passed near Circuit of The Americas during MotoGP. Residents shared tracking links and eyewitness video.

Neighbors and firefighters helped protect a Bastrop County family's dream home after a wildfire scorched nearby brush. The homeowners told KXAN they were grateful for the quick response.

Even after a Texas cooling‑off law took effect, survivors in San Antonio say IVSS alerts are unreliable; advocates want clearer, faster notifications and longer holds.

An electrical fire at The Mark Austin on March 25 forced more than 400 West Campus residents into temporary hotels as investigators probe the cause.

UT's Texas Foster Youth Network will run a call center staffed by former foster youth to connect alumni of care with jobs, schooling and case support. It is backed by a $4M state grant.

Austin organizers canceled the March 28 César Chávez march after new reporting and a statement from Dolores Huerta alleging past sexual abuse. City leaders and unions are pausing celebrations.

PfISD released 12 draft scenarios that could close several elementary and middle schools as it confronts a projected $18.3M shortfall. Meetings and an online survey are underway.