Williamson County has maintained its AAA bond rating and plans to invest in infrastructure, issuing bonds for roads and parks, while refinancing debt to save on interest.

A deputy was severely injured after being ejected from his patrol car for not wearing a seatbelt. TxDOT emphasizes seatbelt safety, citing over 1,000 deaths due to non-use and promoting their Click It or Ticket campaign.

Austin Police arrested Kent Outten for the murder of Rex Johnson, linking him to another shooting. The community helped identify Outten, who allegedly shot Johnson on March 31.

Austin's weather forecast includes heat with highs nearing 99 degrees, mild rain chances, and gusty south winds. Nights will cool down, and a brief midweek respite from the heat is expected.

Travis County officials launch the F.L.A.M.E. initiative for increased wildfire readiness, educating on structural fortification, defensive landscaping, and the use of Class A roofs and specialized vent meshes to prevent fire damage.

El Paso soldier Seth Herrera was indicted for child pornography, including attempting sexual exploitation and receiving explicit material, using encryption and AI chatbots.

Killeen Fire Captain Marvin Taylor III, fatally injured in a collision, will have visitation on May 19 and be laid to rest on May 20 with limited space at services.

A drunk driver, Enrique Gutierrez-Field, hit six pedestrians in San Marcos, causing non-life-threatening injuries. He faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault.

Austin police arrested a 17-year-old for the shooting death of Jamie White during an apparent vehicular burglary, marking the city's 8th homicide in 2025.

Leander ISD started building their first Early Childhood Center, focusing on prekindergarten education and set to open for the 2026-27 school year, with strong community support reflected in a recent bond vote.

The Latchkey Legends podcast, hosted by Santanu Rahman, featured Dr. Fred L. McGhee discussing Generation X's unique perspectives, accessible on YouTube through the City of Austin's website.

Austin's Homeless Strategy Office announced a $300K funding opportunity for family support services, with applications open until June 12, 2025. The funds aim to help families facing or experiencing homelessness secure housing and stability.

Emmanuel Padilla Reyes pleads guilty in counterfeit Texas vehicle tag scheme involving over 500,000 fake tags, used to bypass regulations and linked to crime.