AAA Texas predicts lower fuel costs in Texas for the holiday season, with an average of $2.65 for regular unleaded, despite potential for price hikes due to increased travel. Nationally, GasBuddy expects the lowest Christmas Day prices since 2020.

Kyle, Texas, is actively addressing its increasing feral hog issue that is causing damage to parks and trails by hiring trappers, warning residents to take precautions, and monitoring the environmental impacts.

Leander gears up for water treatment upgrades, imposing Phase 4 Water Conservation starting December 30, 2024, ahead of January 2025 BCRUA pipeline work.

NORAD volunteers annually track Santa Claus's Christmas Eve journey, a tradition emerging from a 1955 incident where a child's call to Santa was misdirected to a defense command. Now millions follow Santa's progress online or call for updates.

The Austin Police Department is seeking a person of interest in a recent homicide at Chevy Chase Apartments and urges the public to share information.

American Airlines resolved a vendor tech issue that caused nationwide flight disruptions and a brief FAA ground stop on Christmas Eve. Flights resumed with some delays, and most operations returned to normal.

Austin's weather forecast predicts overcast skies, mild temperatures, and potential showers leading up to a clearer, sunny Christmas Day and a pleasant weekend ahead.

Houston police found an unidentified man's body in the back seat of a patrol car; the man was not under arrest, and the circumstances of his death are under investigation.

Tim Hortons opened in Austin, Texas, with customers queuing overnight for free coffee offers, festivities, and local appreciation for the brand's coffee and donuts.

Tesla is discussing self-driving car technology with Austin officials, in an area where Waymo is also operating. Tesla has a ride-hailing pilot in California and is planning an "unsupervised" version of its tech for Texas and California.

Two Party City stores in Austin will stay open despite nationwide closures, while others like Southpark Meadows and Capital Plaza confirm closing sales amid the company's Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

The Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave sees a visitor surge during the holidays, prompting enhanced bike patrols from local police to address retail theft and maintain safety.

Austin Police investigate a homicide in Southeast Austin, where a man in his thirties was found shot dead in a vehicle on Huntwick Drive. No arrests have been made, and witnesses are urged to come forward.