TxDOT design coordinator Nicholas Martin, who is passionate about dance, formed the Tyler Country Dancing group to celebrate diverse Texas dance styles and foster community.

ARR provides composting tips for eco-friendly outdoor cooking and picnics in Austin, advising on which items to compost and how to set up waste stations.

Downtown Round Rock is set to transform with The Depot Townhomes and Monarch on Main Townhomes, aligning with the city's 2030 plan for 1,000 new housing units near Main Street.

Texas allocates $1.2 million to Multisystemic Therapy in Williamson County to help troubled youths aged 12-17 with behavioral issues by providing in-community support.

Austin's 48th July 4th Concert & Fireworks by the Symphony Orchestra, sponsored by H-E-B, features music, food vendors, and fireworks. The free event at Auditorium Shores starts at 4:30 p.m., with fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Road closures begin at 7 p.m.

A Cuban national was convicted for illegal entry into a U.S. national defense area, sentenced to time served by an El Paso jury as part of Operation Take Back America.

Construction on Chisholm Trail South in Round Rock starts July 1, involving road, pathway, utility, and drainage upgrades, with traffic detours planned.

Austin Police seek help to identify a man involved in theft and vandalism at Twin Liquors, after he stole liquor and later broke merchandise during an altercation.

Austin Police responded to a fatal shooting at Apple Mart on Wickersham Lane where Keaton Delcore died, and APD is seeking evidence and tips from the public.

Williamson County, Texas, urges safety for July 4th fireworks, with a ban within city limits and a buffer zone, an interactive map for compliance checks, Fire Marshal inspections of vendors, and guidelines to prevent injuries and disturbances.

Round Rock, Texas, has banned the sale and use of all fireworks within city limits, with possible fines up to $2,000, to ensure safety ahead of July 4th.

The Austin Police Department is investigating the homicide of Keaton Delcore and has released images of a person of interest, seeking public assistance and offering rewards for information.

Austin's weather forecast indicates showers and high temperatures in the 90s, with a slight chance of precipitation and persistent haze toward the weekend.