TxDPS says K9 Karma alerted to more than 15 pounds of cocaine during a Waco District traffic stop; the agency posted photos but released few details.

Chick‑fil‑A filed TDLR permits for a $4.5M, 5,071‑sq‑ft restaurant at 4631 Williams Drive in Georgetown, with construction tentatively scheduled June–November 2026.

A Texans Care for Children review found lawmakers implemented just 8 of 31 children's behavioral-health recommendations, leaving the YES waiver and crisis services strained.

New Braunfels is finalizing designs for a $28.56M Southeast Library branch that officials say will ease pressure on crowded branches and serve nearby schools.

Early voting in Hays County runs Feb. 17–27 ahead of the March 3 primary. See hours, key vote centers and what to bring before you go.

Headwater has proposed Axis 183, a roughly 26‑acre flex industrial park at 1199 Fire Lane in Cedar Park, adding small‑bay warehouses near the 183A corridor. The plan faces review amid heavy new industrial deliveries in the Austin market.

Austin Public Library's centennial runs Feb. 16–Dec. 23 with branch parties, a History Harvest and an Oct. 17 Central Library celebration.

Texas AG Ken Paxton launched [email protected] and issued a 'Protect Your Vote' advisory that warns against vote harvesting and outlines potential penalties ahead of the March primary.

Dashcam on South Congress shows a cyclist thrown over a sedan hood when a car turned into the bike lane and fled. The rider suffered minor injuries and plans to press charges.

Round Rock ISD is distributing free gun locks to families after a federal grant; requests can be made by email or at high schools.

Bartlett's is moving into the old Threadgill's on Riverside with a major renovation and an early 2028 opening planned.

Cloudy morning in Austin; quick warmup to the low 80s and breezy southerly gusts this afternoon. A front may cool the weekend.

A years‑long fight over millions in Texas contracts is back in federal court as the Heidi Group pushes to undo funding cuts after audits and an appeals decision.