Dan Hamlin will leave his post in Oklahoma to become dean of UT Austin’s College of Education on Aug. 16, creating a vacancy in state education leadership.

Texas DPS says three top fugitives — including a reported Valluco gang member and a convicted murderer — were arrested last week in Hidalgo, Plano and Houston.

A server at a downtown Austin steakhouse was arrested after allegedly stabbing a diner who has been identified as a local pastor; the victim is hospitalized and the suspect faces charges.

Austin police say surveillance photos link a woman sought in a February Austin breakroom theft to a June office‑park theft in Dallas; investigators are seeking tips. A reward of up to $1,000 may be available.

A federal complaint says Austin ISD and ex-LBJ band teacher Rodney Childers groomed and sexually abused a student over months; criminal charges and a civil suit are pending.

Austin Public Health says a mosquito pool in western Travis County (ZIP 78733) tested positive for West Nile; there are no human cases reported so far. Officials urge residents to follow the "four Ds."

State Highway 45 on‑ramps to southbound MoPac were closed in Williamson County after a crash investigators say killed at least one person. Expect delays and use alternate routes.

Muggy mornings give way to hot afternoons: highs in the mid‑90s with heat‑index readings into the low 100s. Cooling centers and safety tips are available.

Consumer fireworks are banned inside Austin, and downtown will see long closures for the Star Spangled Fest. Read the rules, safety tips and travel warnings before you celebrate.

Swig is bringing its signature "dirty sodas" to San Marcos with a drive‑thru at 180 N. I‑35. Signage is up, but a firm opening date hasn't been announced.

Ken Paxton says the deal returns nearly $34 million after alleging AstraZeneca used nurses and support programs to steer Medicaid prescriptions. The state says the settlement will repay tainted Medicaid claims.

Two people were found dead on Hahn Road near Fredericksburg; investigators suspect a murder‑suicide and say there's no ongoing threat to Gillespie County.

Surveillance images show three suspects who allegedly tackled a clerk at the MLK 7‑Eleven on May 31; Austin police are asking for tips and may offer a reward.