A new Latin‑infused nightclub quietly opened in the former Prohibition space, offering Friday salsa lessons, monthly wellness pop‑ups and a hidden performance stage.

Suspected explosive devices were found near Dime Box, and deputies secured the intersection while experts evaluate the scene. Officials warned residents to avoid the area and said evacuations were possible.

A 17-year-old was found being held against her will at a Uhland home; three people were arrested on aggravated-kidnapping and related charges.

The White House linked Austin's home‑price dip to mass deportations, a claim local realtors and university research say oversimplifies a market driven by rates, inventory and building labor.

Gov. Abbott awarded Tekscend Photomask a $15.2M TSIF grant to expand its Round Rock facility, backing a $223M investment and about 50 local jobs.

Austin ISD released new stop‑arm camera clips that it says show Waymo robotaxis driving past buses with stop arms extended, prompting fresh federal scrutiny. The district has asked Waymo to pause service during school‑run hours and regulators want answers by Jan. 20.

Anti‑Sharia rhetoric from Texas GOP leaders has some conservative Muslim voters and donors questioning their place in the party.

Rollin Smoke BBQ says it was burglarized twice this week; the owner reports a ransacked walk-in and stolen cases of brisket. Police have been notified and neighbors have checked in to help.

A new downtown pilot pairs a clinician, paramedic and crisis-trained officer to respond to urgent 911 mental-health calls. Officials say the team has helped about 100 people so far.

The Toasted Yolk will open a new cafe this summer at the Shops at the Brick and Mortar District in Kyle, led by franchisees John and Miriam Diaz.

The Texas DPS commemorates National AMBER Alert Day, stressing the importance of its Statewide Alert Program in protecting children and urging public vigilance.

New Jersey-based Ugly Dumpling will open its first Texas restaurant at The Arboretum, serving xiao long bao, dim sum and noodles. The team is targeting a late January or early February opening.

Central Texas Food Bank partners with Austin ISD to launch six new school-based food pantries, aiming to provide families with accessible and free nutritious food on school grounds.