Austin activates its Emergency Operations Center in anticipation of severe winter weather, coordinating shelters and city services to ensure community safety and support. Public transit is limited and residents are advised to stay indoors.

The NWS forecast predicts mostly sunny weather with temperatures rising throughout the week in Austin, with light winds and a slight chance of showers by the weekend.

H-E-B adjusts store hours in Texas due to cold weather, with several locations closing early and reopening later to ensure safety during icy conditions.

Rep. Dustin Burrows was elected Texas House Speaker, with support from Democrats, amid a GOP divide over party leadership style and respect for the institution.

Runners from various states and countries participated in the Austin International Half Marathon despite freezing temperatures, with community and charitable aspects, and winners Haftu Knight and Allie Kieffer.

Williamson County prepares for cold weather with warming shelters and road treatment, as emergency teams and TxDOT coordinate to ensure community safety and travel conditions.

Fallen power lines in Southeast Austin led to road closures and power outages, with around 2,300 customers affected. Austin Energy restored power swiftly but road repairs continued.

Isaac Turner is appointed as the new Interim City Manager of Elgin, bringing over 40 years of city management experience to the rapidly growing Central Texas city.

The University of Texas extended Head Football Coach Steve Sarkisian's contract following a strong season, reflecting confidence despite a playoff exit. His salary was previously set at $10.3 million.

Firefighters discovered a body while responding to a tent fire on W. Ben White Boulevard in South Austin. The cause of death is under investigation by AFD and APD.

The No. 5 Florida Gators beat the Texas Longhorns 84-60, recovering from a previous loss, despite off-court issues involving coaching staff allegations.

Solar farms in Texas are employing sheep for grassland management, supporting renewable energy goals and the local sheep industry, with potential but uncertain long-term environmental impacts.

Texas is investing in satellite broadband for rural areas with a $30 million grant program aimed at using LEO satellite technology to improve connectivity.