37-year-old Marcos Valerio-Rodriguez was fatally shot at a Shell gas station on Riverside Dr. after a confrontation where he brandished a knife; the shooter is cooperating with police.

The NWS forecasts varied weather for Austin: sunny with highs around 80°F, turning to showers and storms early next week, with chances of precipitation varying from 50% to 90%.

Austin is enhancing Sixth Street for summer with new barriers to replace damaged fencing. The city reported a drop in police use-of-force incidents since the project started. Permanent safety solutions are being considered for the busy district.

A middle school teacher in Hays County received a 60-year sentence for possessing child pornography, with evidence of predatory behavior towards students, but no material involving them.

Ivy, a therapy Goldendoodle, joined the Round Rock Fire Department to provide emotional support to firefighters, supplementing a growing need for mental health aid in the expanding county.

A Kyle man was charged with murder for a fentanyl overdose death on New Year's Eve, and he faces additional drug and weapons charges with a total bond set at $777,000.

David Gray of Austin reported improved sheltering for the homeless, but noted the once-a-year PIT Count has limitations in accuracy due to its methodology. New initiatives aim to prevent and combat homelessness with housing units and programs.

Round Rock firefighters are initiating their annual Fill the Boot campaign to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, with in-person and online donation options.

Williamson County received the "Leading the Way" award for excellent service delivery, scoring high in a community survey and surpassing national averages in key areas.

A tornado hit northeastern Burnet County, destroying buildings and injuring a driver, with more severe weather expected. Officials urge caution and damage reporting.

Austin is forecasted to experience showers and thunderstorms with a high chance of precipitation and possible severe weather. The storms are expected to subside by Saturday for a sunny day.

A wanted man surrendered after a SWAT standoff in East Austin, where he initially refused to surrender to officers serving a federal warrant. No injuries were reported.

Round Rock received a Texas Historical Commission award for media projects promoting preservation and heritage tourism, including an interactive historic landmarks app and videos.