Officer Justin Berry, once charged with assault at protests, was confirmed by the Texas Senate for a second term on the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement despite Democratic concerns over his past.

Austin partners with Housing Connector to improve housing stability by matching residents with vacancies using a Zillow-powered platform, offering incentives to landlords for relaxed tenant screening criteria.

Austin, Texas, faces protests over the controversial Natal Conference, which is accused of promoting eugenics and far-right ideologies; scheduled at the UT Austin campus, it has spurred community and student dissent.

The Texas Legislature is debating House Bill 17, which aims to prevent individuals and entities from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea from buying land in Texas, but faces criticism for potential discrimination.

The principal of Ann Richards School suddenly resigned, causing concern among the community; despite AISD's tight-lipped response, she later rescinded the decision.

The Texas House Public Education Committee approved a school funding bill (HB 3) and is reviewing a school voucher program (SB 2). Debate included school safety and public education funding, with procedural disputes over meeting transparency.

Austin is a finalist for the All-America City Award, recognizing its commitment to eco-sustainability and engaged community development as part of its Climate Equity Plan.

El Paso healthcare entities settled for $3.1 million following fraudulent billing allegations, involving a kickback and pass-through billing scam. The settlement implies no admission of guilt.

The Austin Police Department concluded its annual review of the Sex Crimes Unit, showing a commitment to refining procedures and enhancing services for sexual assault survivors.

Austin's weather is fluctuating with highs of 91 degrees today and a 20% chance of showers tonight. Severe storms are possible Friday with a 90% chance of rain, cooling to 74 degrees on Saturday and clearing up by Sunday with highs around 64 degrees.

A teen named Malachi J. Jensen died in a single-vehicle crash in Austin, marking the city's 21st fatal collision in 2025. A passenger was injured but survived.

Austin Police investigate the homicide of Derick Fajardo-Reyes, seeking information on a female companion and offering a reward for tips leading to an arrest.

The Austin Police Department is increasing traffic enforcement downtown on weekends in April to combat impaired driving, emphasizing safety and personal accountability.