A Texas man was sentenced to seven life terms for child sex trafficking involving girls as young as 13. He used social media for recruitment and continued operations from jail through accomplices.

Kelly Hancock is named acting Texas comptroller, focusing on school vouchers and education savings accounts. Endorsed by Governor Abbott for the 2026 election, Hancock has resigned from the Senate to assume the new role.

Austin's forecast: hot, mostly sunny with high near 95°F, heat index up to 105°F, wind gusts to 25 mph, and a chance of showers and thunderstorms next Thursday.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport completed its International Arrivals Improvements Project, enhancing passenger experience and capacity as part of the Journey With AUS program.

Round Rock seeks resident input for a survey to enhance stormwater management and address local flooding through detailed models and infrastructure projects.

Texas AG Paxton warns Austin about contracts with firms discriminating against the firearms industry, citing legal repercussions for violating state law.

Round Rock's new Tool Depot, winning a neighborhood revitalization award, lets residents borrow tools, leading to a drop in environmental code violations.

An Indian student in the US received a 63-month sentence for defrauding elderly Americans by impersonating officials and causing significant financial losses.

Austin opens Industry SOMA, an affordable townhome community in South Austin, offering homes for families earning at or below 80% of the median income.

San Marcos Police arrested three suspects for an April jewelry store robbery, where masked men with hammers stole over 100 items. Technology aided in their capture.

Seven PRM gang members received a total of 137 years in prison for cocaine trafficking in Texas, as part of a larger federal initiative to combat transnational crime.

The City of Austin will close offices for Juneteenth but maintain essential services like utility payments and waste collection. Parks and pools remain open, while the Recycle Center closes. Outage and emergency services are accessible.

Bastrop post office is dedicated to Army veteran Sgt. Maj. Billy D. Waugh, a highly decorated serviceman, at a ceremony attended by his family and local community.