Texas reached record employment and labor force numbers; Governor Abbott praised the state's economic growth and workforce. Texas outpaced national job growth rates and had a lower unemployment rate.

TxDOT celebrates the 40th anniversary of "Don't mess with Texas®," featuring Post Malone in their campaign against litter, and highlights the program's success and ongoing efforts.

Posthumous forensic analysis links Robert Eugene Brashers to the 1998 murder of Linda Marie Rutledge in Kentucky, matching shell casings to the 1991 Austin Yogurt Shop Murders.

Wilco property owners must pay 2025 taxes by January 31, 2026, to avoid penalties. Payments can be made online or by mail, provided they are postmarked by the deadline.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport finalizes lease agreements with airlines, enabling a $5 billion expansion including 32 new gates and facility upgrades to meet Central Texas's growing demands.

Austin is forecasted to enjoy partly sunny skies with a high of 81°F and winds up to 25 mph. Nighttime will see temperatures drop to 59°F before a 40% chance of rain on Friday. The weekend includes gusty winds and cooler temperatures with sunshine.

An Oak Hill family says a 5‑year‑old U.S. citizen was taken into ICE custody with her mother after an early‑morning police response. Relatives and advocates say they still don’t know where she is.

Jeffrey House, 58, died after being struck at S 1st and W Slaughter Lane on Dec. 23; Austin Police are investigating.

A security guard was shot and killed Wednesday outside Connie's Seafood in Houston's East End. Homicide detectives are investigating.

Austin launches a Spanish-language mobile app for Austin 3-1-1, enhancing accessibility for Spanish speakers to report issues and access city information.

Southwest Williamson County Regional Park in Leander has installed electric gates to improve park access and security, operational from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

New emissions testing is required for vehicle registration in Bexar Co., Texas, starting November 1, 2026, with each test costing $18.50 as announced by the DPS.

Williamson County approved a tax incentive deal with Pegatron Technologies, requiring the company to invest $35 million and create 100 jobs for tax breaks.