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.

Alejandro Rodriguez Hernandez received a life sentence for murdering Alexis Sanchez Azcuy. His remains were found scattered across Texas and New Mexico, leading to an extensive investigation.

Tax Office locations will be closed on August 13th for staff training, as announced by WilCo TX government. They will reopen on August 14th at 8 am.

Marble Falls VFD plans memorial for missing Chief Phillips, to be held at the high school with a livestream option.

A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle on Wells Branch Parkway in Austin, marking the city's 53rd fatal crash this year. The driver cooperated with police, who are investigating.

Lynn Brennan, a former Austin ISD executive, was sentenced to two years' deferred adjudication and 100 hours of community service after pleading guilty to property theft.

Austin is forecasted to have a hot and sunny week, with highs near or exceeding 95 degrees, and minimal evening relief. The NWS advises residents to stay cool and hydrated.

Texans protest against the GOP's redistricting plans, alleging undemocratic processes and racial discrimination, with public hearings revealing strong opposition to the mid-decade redrawing of district lines.

The Austin Fire Department responded to a water rescue near the 360 Bridge, recovering one swimmer while searching for another as the mission transitioned to recovery.

Austin's weather remains mostly sunny with highs in the 90s and heat index reaching 102, with only a slight chance of rain towards the end of the week.

Austin Police are looking for Roy Elizondo, wanted for tampering with his monitoring device and parole violation. He's 5'7", 200 lbs, and the public is urged to report tips anonymously.

TxDOT manages critical ferry services in Texas, including the Galveston Ferry, crucial for daily commutes and tourism, and the Port Aransas Ferry, serving the Corpus Christi area.

A man died in a scooter accident near UT Austin, with no university affiliation. APD responded to the scene. Austin has regulations on e-scooters but no speed limit changes yet.