A gas leak in Lake Travis, caused by construction crews hitting a gas line, prompted road closures and repair operations, with traffic redirected as repair efforts by various agencies continued, aiming for resolution by Saturday morning.

Tyler State Park in Texas opened a new headquarters that promises improved visitor services, including a streamlined check-in process and better park accessibility. The project was funded by the Sporting Goods Sales Tax.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Matthew Devlin is appointed District Election Officer in the Western District of Texas for the 2024 election to oversee voting rights issues and election fraud.

Round Rock won nine awards at the 3CMA conference, excelling in social media strategy, emergency communication campaigns, educational videos, arts visioning, library branding, photography, and graphic design.

Today's Austin forecast promises clear skies with a high of 87 degrees, a gentle wind, and a comfortable low of 60 degrees for the evening. The pleasant weather is expected to continue through the weekend.

A construction crew struck an eight-inch gas line, causing a leak and the closure of FM 620's northbound lanes near Lake Travis. Traffic is disrupted with no reopening time given yet.

NOAA's winter forecast for 2024-2025 suggests warmer, drier conditions for Texas and the South due to La Niña, with wetter conditions expected for the northern U.S.

The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin plans to expand, enhancing its gardens and educational facilities, with Studio Outside leading the design. No start date is announced.

The Texas Land Commissioner's office features Col. William Gregory's military service in WWII and the Cuban Missile Crisis, detailing his rise from a Tennessee sharecropper to a distinguished pilot.

Texas surpasses national job growth rates, adding 327,400 nonfarm jobs over a year. Governor Abbott highlights the state's robust economy and employment achievements, while also advancing small business programs.

The TCSO is investigating a homicide after a man in his 20s was shot at a Wells Branch Parkway apartment. One person is detained; no ongoing public threat.

Texas gained over 600,000 residents last year, with around 43% from abroad, while Florida saw 634,000 new residents, with over 45% from international origins.

Cedar Park Police investigate online rumors of a school shooting threat at Cedar Park Middle School, find no credible threat, and stress the severity of issuing threats.