Round Rock firefighters are initiating their annual Fill the Boot campaign to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, with in-person and online donation options.

Williamson County received the "Leading the Way" award for excellent service delivery, scoring high in a community survey and surpassing national averages in key areas.

A tornado hit northeastern Burnet County, destroying buildings and injuring a driver, with more severe weather expected. Officials urge caution and damage reporting.

Austin is forecasted to experience showers and thunderstorms with a high chance of precipitation and possible severe weather. The storms are expected to subside by Saturday for a sunny day.

A wanted man surrendered after a SWAT standoff in East Austin, where he initially refused to surrender to officers serving a federal warrant. No injuries were reported.

Round Rock received a Texas Historical Commission award for media projects promoting preservation and heritage tourism, including an interactive historic landmarks app and videos.

The funding for Austin's I-35 "cap and stitch" project is at risk due to a House committee vote to rescind unobligated grant funds, casting doubt on the future of the plan aimed at reconnecting divided neighborhoods with parks and community spaces.

The Austin Police Department disclosed an abuse of corpse case at Capital Mortuary Services, identifying two suspects involved in illegal activities, including forging death certificates and unauthorized embalming.

Governor Abbott threatens to withdraw state funding from San Marcos if the city council passes a resolution urging a ceasefire in Gaza, sparking free speech debates.

A former Hays County teacher was sentenced to 60 years for child pornography after pleading guilty. His crimes were discovered by his wife, and he allegedly also provided alcohol and drugs to students.

WCRAS celebrated the graduation of dogs trained by military veteran inmates in the Leashing Hope program, highlighting the mutual benefits for inmates and canines, with four dogs adopted.

The National Weather Service forecasts variable weather in Austin with chances of severe storms, fluctuating temperatures, and periods of sun and rain.

Sebastian Casarez is an Austin environmental enthusiast recognized for his efforts in bird conservation and native plant education to promote environmental awareness in Texas.