Abbey Seidensticker won the 2025 FiG Award for revitalizing Zilker Elementary's garden, impacting all 500 students and integrating nature into learning. She received a gift card, certificate, and the Golden Gnome trophy.

Shelby Orme, recognized as Austin's Net-Zero Hero, promotes sustainability through her work as an environmental advocate and sustainable wellness brand entrepreneur, integrating her LGBTQIA+ identity, especially during Pride Month.

Former hotel manager in Texas pleaded guilty to filing a false tax return, omitting over $1 million in embezzled funds, facing up to three years in prison.

An Austin cyclist, Bobby Wayne Carr, died following a May hit-and-run. Police seek information about the unidentified vehicle in the city's 42nd fatal crash of the year.

Hays County is hosting a free water conservation workshop at the Wimberley Community Center on June 24th, offering education on watershed health and water quality.

Motorcyclist Eliasib Cortes Vargas died after a crash with an SUV driven by Thomas Ajanel Chan, who is charged with DWI. This is Austin's 43rd fatal crash in 2025.

Williamson County will close offices to observe Juneteenth, honoring the end of slavery, while the regional animal shelter remains open for essential services.

Austin anticipates a heatwave with temperatures nearing 97 degrees and heat index values up to 104, accompanied by gusty winds. Evening relief is minimal, as the hot weather is expected to continue throughout the week.

Robert Bowers, 45, was arrested for threatening Texas lawmakers and possessing a firearm; no bail set. He's linked to the "No Kings" Austin protest. The Capitol was evacuated but resumed after DPS secured the area.

Father's Day celebrations in Austin and Houston were disrupted by thunderstorms, causing widespread power outages and forcing families to adapt their plans.

Austin's new 5-year TDM Plan aims to manage traffic and pollution by focusing on moving people, not just cars, encouraging sustainable transport use as the city's population grows.

Governor Greg Abbott is expected to sign a $10 billion property tax relief package aimed at homestead exemptions and benefiting Texas seniors and small business owners.

Two teenagers were arrested in Kyle for multiple vehicle burglaries and additional thefts. Police found stolen items and loaded gun magazines. Residents are urged to lock car doors and secure valuables.