Austin's weather teeters between extreme heat and hopeful rain chances, with temperatures nearing 100 degrees and possible thunderstorms forecasted by the National Weather Service.

Governor Greg Abbott appoints Brent Morgan as a judge to the 318th Judicial District Court in Midland County, Texas, with a term ending on December 31, 2026.

San Marcos police seek Milton Ivan Cruz Redondo for a non-fatal stabbing. Redondo has an active arrest warrant for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and may be hiding in Kyle. Authorities ask for public help to locate him.

The USDA invests $750 million in a facility in Edinburg, Texas, to combat the New World screwworm, protecting U.S. livestock and over 2 million jobs in agriculture.

Beto O'Rourke's group donated over $1 million to support Texas Democrats during a redistricting battle, leading to legal action by Attorney General Ken Paxton, who seeks to revoke the group's charter and penalize O'Rourke.

Governor Abbott has appointed Amy Wren as the District Attorney for the 159th Judicial District in Angelina County, Texas, with a term extending until December 31, 2026.

Austin faces a week of intense heat with temperatures reaching into the triple digits, minimal nighttime relief, and slight chances of showers and thunderstorms.

The Round Rock City Council approved an $831,222 engineering contract for the Deepwood Drive extension to improve local traffic flow and connectivity.

Williamson County reminds residents of the Disaster Recovery Center's closing and honors its 2025 Employees of the Year. County offices will also close on September 1 for Labor Day.

The Hays County Sheriff's Office Civil Service Commission will meet on August 20, 2025, to discuss various agenda items, including electing a new Vice Chair.

Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has called a second special session to address 19 items, including flood relief and education reform, after House Democrats' absence hindered legislation.

Texas reports a record high in employment numbers, with more Texans working than ever before and exceeding the national job growth rate. Governor Abbott announces workforce initiatives.

Round Rock City Council approves the purchase of land for a new fire station to improve public safety in northeast neighborhoods, with construction planned to be complete by 2027.