Austin's weather today includes sun and clouds, a slight chance of showers between noon and 3 p.m., with a high of 78°F and wind gusts up to 25 mph. Tonight, a 50% chance of rain with a low of 43°F.

Texas finalized rules for a $1 billion school voucher program set to start applications on February 4, 2026, with eligibility expanded for pre-K and special needs students.

A Houston man was arrested in Round Rock, Texas, on charges of compelling prostitution, based on a tip-off about potential human trafficking at a residential property.

Rain helped this year’s honey crop, but a statewide survey found roughly 61% of Texas colonies died — nearly 60,000 hives — raising real pollination concerns.

A 19-year-old Babson College student was deported to Honduras despite a court order halting her removal. She had been in the US since age 8 and was detained in Massachusetts.

Texas AG Ken Paxton advised universities not to sign an agreement with the College Sports Commission, citing concerns over autonomy and legal recourse.

95-year-old Texas man Raymond Hager has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the oldest active bus driver, celebrated in his city with a dedicated day.

Hays County deputies seek Nicholas A. Knudsen, wanted on felonies including kidnapping. The 6-foot tall, heavily tattooed 29-year-old man remains at large. A $1,000 reward is offered for information leading to his capture.

The Austin Police Department conducted operations against shoplifting in North Austin, arresting multiple individuals and recovering over $12,900 in stolen goods.

Austin's Thanksgiving Day featured initially cloudy weather that became sunny with a high near 65°F. Light east northeast winds were present. Evening conditions will return to being mostly cloudy with a low around 48°F.

San Antonio-based Usio bought assets of LA fintech PostCredit in an all-stock deal, adding AI expense-management to its payments platform.

A crash shut all northbound lanes of I‑35 near the SE Inner Loop Thursday morning; traffic was diverted to the frontage road and delays built through the area.

Austin announced closures of administrative offices and various facilities for Thanksgiving 2025, maintaining essential services like utility payments and adjusted trash pickup.