Austin's weather forecast predicts clear skies with high temperatures, reaching up to 97 degrees, throughout the week, advising residents to stay cool and hydrated.

TxDOT highlights the dangers of speeding in Texas, noting it caused 35% of traffic deaths. The "Be Safe. Drive Smart." campaign, backed by singer Parker McCollum, aims to promote safe driving habits.

Austin Public Health partners with Austin's airport to provide tips on handling extreme heat, warning of the risks of heat-related illnesses and emphasizing proper hydration and cooling methods.

Tatianna Cannon leads the Green Workforce Collaborative in Austin, creating equitable green career paths for marginalized individuals and shaping the city's sustainable future.

Austin's City Manager T.C. Broadnax presented a $6.3 billion budget to strengthen community services, facing challenges like federal funding cuts and tax caps amidst a $33.4 million deficit.

The Austin Police Department's North Metro Tactical Unit conducted a "shoplifting blitz" resulting in multiple arrests for retail theft in the Mueller area on July 14, 2025.

Austin Water plans a prescribed burn on 103 acres to help maintain native grasslands and the Edwards Aquifer. Visible smoke expected from 10 a.m. to sunset.

The National Weather Service predicts soaring temperatures in Austin, with sunny days, clear nights, and highs near 97°F. Winds from the South may offer slight relief.

A court hearing will determine if Kendrex White, deemed insane after fatally stabbing a student on the University of Texas campus, should be released from mental health care.

Austin's HSEM holds an Emergency Preparedness Pop-up on July 16 at Twin Oaks Library, offering free emergency supplies and advice to help residents prepare for disasters.

Austin Police seek the public's help in locating Steven Conn, a 41-year-old victim of an aggravated robbery with a possible gunshot wound from July 13.

Round Rock's population hit 140,166 in July 2025, with growth tracked monthly by the city's Planning and Development Services Department, influencing urban planning.

A man died from injuries sustained in a Wimberley restaurant fire; another is charged with murder. The fire at Savage's Grill has led to a homicide investigation after the victim's death.