An intoxicated driver crashed into Studio Ink tattoo shop in East Austin, causing significant damages and shutting down the business for over a week during the holiday season. No injuries were reported, but repairs are estimated to take 6-8 weeks.

A two‑vehicle crash on southbound MoPac near the 8100 block on Tuesday left one man dead and shut lanes for hours. APD is investigating and seeking witnesses.

Hays County Sheriff's Office released photos and a description of a man accused of exposing himself to a Family Dollar employee in Kyle. Investigators have a case number and are seeking tips.

Durcon has broken ground on a 32,000-square-foot expansion at its Taylor plant, a modernization the company calls its largest capital investment. The project will add new fabrication machinery and boost production capacity.

Moderna Bar & Pizzeria opened downtown Austin with chef Leo Spizzirri’s dough‑first pizzas and a gold‑tiled Marra Forni oven. The menu mixes 10 pizza styles with tableside pasta theatrics.

Austin Energy commits $735 million to improve electric grid reliability, focusing on upgrades, pole inspections, wildfire management, and smart grid analytics. The investment aims to address past issues and ensure stable power supply.

Mayor Craig Morgan of Round Rock highlighted the city's investments in infrastructure and services, including transportation projects and public safety enhancements, at the Chamber's Power Lunch.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues five TV manufacturers for using ACR technology to allegedly spy on viewers without consent, raising privacy and security concerns.

A man was arrested for firing a gun into an occupied apartment in San Marcos and faces serious charges, including aggravated kidnapping and assault. His bail is set at over $2 million.

Austin invites residents to meet finalists for the Animal Services Director role on December 18, 2025, at a public event with translation services provided.

Texas sued Southwestern Public Service for $1 billion in damages over the deadly 2024 Smokehouse Creek wildfire, alleging negligence in maintaining infrastructure.

Texas HERO teams stress vehicle maintenance for safe holiday travel, advising checks on tires, fluids, and more, with increased travel expected during the season.

Williamson County offices will close for Christmas and New Year holidays, with modified hours for certain services; animal shelter offers special hours.