A Lake Travis marina tied to Nate Paul may leave Chapter 11 after a judge weighs a proposed $6M exit loan. The hearing is scheduled this week.

Federal prosecutors say a former Baranoff Elementary teacher pleaded guilty after investigators found a trove of child-sex-abuse images, some AI-altered from classroom photos.

Project filings show Barrio Burrito Bar plans to take over a former Dickey's unit at Greenlawn Crossing in Round Rock; the opening date remains TBD.

County staff pitched a roughly $60M plan to replace STAR Flight helicopters, saying newer airframes would cut maintenance headaches and operating costs. The swap could take up to two years.

Round Rock begins construction on a key intersection, causing detours and road closures on Round Rock West Drive at McNeil Road, including westbound lane reductions. The improvements aim to enhance traffic flow and safety.

First Lady Cecilia Abbott launches GRACE's sixth Week of Prayer to combat human trafficking, urging Texans' participation during Human Trafficking Prevention Month.

Governor Abbott appoints Jason LaFond to the Texas Pharmaceutical Initiative Governing Board to help create a business plan for cost-effective medication for public employees.

Austin's East Riverside Corridor is set for potential redevelopment, with a city-hosted open house on January 24 to discuss housing, mobility, and public spaces.

Austin Police Department's "2025 Drive Sober, No Regrets Initiative" during the holiday season led to 128 DWI arrests, including high BAC levels and felony cases.

Texas AFT sued TEA and Commissioner Morath for probing teachers' social media comments about Charlie Kirk's assassination, alleging First Amendment rights violations.

Gov. Greg Abbott appointed Darryl Heath and Colt McCoy and reappointed Ashlie Thomas to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, impacting the state's educational leadership.

An off-duty deputy constable was killed outside a north Austin nightclub; two men were arrested, one charged with capital murder and the other with assault on a peace officer.

Austin Police seek help identifying a male suspect for a theft at Twin Liquors on December 30. He concealed bottles in his pants and fled. A reward is offered for tips leading to his arrest.