A medical equipment supplier in El Paso was sentenced to five years for a $1.7 million healthcare fraud involving swapping expensive medical items for cheaper ones and overbilling Medicaid and Medicare.

Austin's drinking water shows negligible PFAS levels after a year-long safety study, complying with an EPA directive, with most tests showing undetectable amounts.

The Austin Police Department is investigating after a body was found at Lady Bird Lake, with further details expected from a briefing. Safety upgrades around the lake have been ongoing.

Two people died in a head-on collision in Jonestown, Texas; a third was airlifted with serious injuries. The accident happened around 4 p.m. near Pecan Drive and FM 1431.

Austin's weather forecast includes sunny days with highs around 70 degrees, along with a possibility of showers throughout the week and mild temperatures, as per the National Weather Service.

A UT Austin student was robbed by a cyclist near East Campus, sparking safety concerns and an ongoing police investigation.

A 26-year-old man from Richmond led Gillespie County law enforcement on a 46-mile high-speed chase after a violent encounter with a deputy, facing multiple charges including Assault on a Peace Officer.

Texas House Republicans and Democrats are set to select their leaders, including the Speaker, amid internal party debates over issues and leadership styles.

Austin is exploring options to fund park expansion and maintenance due to increased demand and state cuts to park fees. Strategies like park districts, partnerships, user fees, and tax financing are being considered.

CapMetro is hosting the "Magic of Transit" event in Austin, offering festive activities, prize draws, and performances for transit riders throughout December.

The Georgetown community celebrated their annual Lighting of the Square, drawing crowds and benefiting local businesses, marking the holiday season's start with festivities and lights.

WestJet announces a new nonstop flight from Vancouver to Austin starting May 11, 2025, aiming to boost tourism and business.

The Bonfire Unity Endowed Presidential Scholarship honors the solidarity between UT Austin and Texas A&M after a tragic bonfire collapse in 1999. Recipient Zeeyad Anwar aims to advocate for mental health in immigrant communities.