Murder suspect Severiano Valdonado was captured in an Austin homeless encampment by Texas DPS and Karnes County officers. He faces six charges, including evading arrest and providing false information.

Round Rock, Texas, has installed memorial signs for fallen Officer Charles Whites on I-35, honoring his service and sacrifice after his 2018 death due to an on-duty incident.

Gov. Greg Abbott launches the Texas Repeat Offender Program (TxROP) to target repeat violent offenders in Houston, in collaboration with local and state law enforcement.

Austin's weather forecast predicts a week of sunny days, with mid-90s temperatures and clear skies. Nights will cool to the low 70s. A slight chance of rain is expected on Friday and next week.

Lefko USA Inc. is set to open its first U.S. manufacturing facility in New Braunfels, Texas, generating 149 jobs and a $15 million investment, backed by a $968,500 Texas Enterprise Fund grant.

TxDOT warns of the increased pedestrian fatalities in Texas, noting the shorter daylight hours in fall and urging Texans to drive safely and be vigilant of pedestrians.

The City of Austin prepares for ACL Music Festival with safety tips, transportation guidance, and a 'No Refusal Initiative' by police for impaired drivers. Free water refill stations and Naloxone distribution highlight safety measures.

Austin Energy celebrates Public Power Week, emphasizing the bond between the utility and its community, and highlighting their commitment to sustainable energy, customer savings, and community support.

Governor Abbott celebrates the SEC's approval of the Texas Stock Exchange, reinforcing Texas' role as a growing financial hub.

An ambulance crash in Bastrop County injured both crew members when the driver had a medical emergency, hit a tree, and required extrication and transport to Austin for treatment.

An Academy ISD employee, William Blackburn, Sr., was arrested for allegedly showing harmful material to a minor and placed on administrative leave during an ongoing investigation for potential further felony charges.

The Austin Police Department has launched an initiative to tackle vehicle burglaries in city parks, coordinating with various offices for enforcement and prevention, and offering safety tips to parkgoers.

Governor Abbott announced over $4.3 million in grants to 14 veteran organizations in South Texas regions for services estimated to benefit over 2,170 veterans.