Governor Abbott activates Texas emergency resources ahead of expected flooding in the Panhandle, urging residents to prepare and heed safety advice such as "Turn Around, Don't Drown."

Austin's weather is expected to remain hot with temperatures around 100 degrees, apart from slight chances of showers and thunderstorms over the weekend.

A fire at an East Austin apartment complex displaced residents and sent a firefighter to recover from heat exhaustion, with the fire originating from vehicle fires. No resident injuries were reported.

A delivery driver in East Austin discovered two dead bodies in a home, prompting a police investigation into the double homicide with no ongoing threat to the public perceived.

A single-vehicle crash at 5:54 a.m. on July 28th on Ed Bluestein Boulevard, Austin, left one dead, marking the year's 56th fatal accident. Austin Police Department seeks information.

Hallettsville, Texas has been recognized as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community, boosting its cultural tourism potential and economic growth.

Austin faces extreme heat, with temperatures expected to reach 101 degrees, and calm winds offering no relief. The heat continues over the next few days, with a slight chance of showers by the weekend.

Kennedy Miguel Herrejon was found dead with burns and a gunshot in a New Braunfels house fire believed to have been set intentionally.

Kim Barker appointed as the new Chief Nursing Officer at Heart Hospital of Austin, taking over from Charles McCoy.

Tesla and Samsung have signed a $16.5 billion deal for Samsung to produce AI chips for Tesla's autonomous vehicles, starting in 2026 in Taylor, Texas, with positive local economic impact anticipated.

Jarvis Henderson was arrested for multiple burglaries in East Austin, causing notable damage to businesses despite stealing items of modest value. Local business owners expressed distress, and police have shared security advice.

Two El Paso hospital CEOs have been indicted for healthcare fraud involving false claims for urine drug tests, potentially facing up to 20 years per count.

The Texas Longhorns football team enters the 2025 season with a strong secondary, high expectations for new starting QB Arch Manning, and challenges due to a tough schedule and new starters.