A middle school teacher in Hays County received a 60-year sentence for possessing child pornography, with evidence of predatory behavior towards students, but no material involving them.

Ivy, a therapy Goldendoodle, joined the Round Rock Fire Department to provide emotional support to firefighters, supplementing a growing need for mental health aid in the expanding county.

A Kyle man was charged with murder for a fentanyl overdose death on New Year's Eve, and he faces additional drug and weapons charges with a total bond set at $777,000.

David Gray of Austin reported improved sheltering for the homeless, but noted the once-a-year PIT Count has limitations in accuracy due to its methodology. New initiatives aim to prevent and combat homelessness with housing units and programs.

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.