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.

Holiday shopping sees a surge in cities like Austin and Burlington, with local businesses reporting increased foot traffic and sales for last-minute purchases.

Senator Ted Cruz outlines his vision for Texas, emphasizing immigration control, economic revival with tax cuts, and confidence in Republican growth within the state.

The Round Rock Public Library is celebrating the retirement of Rocksssanne, their resident ball python, with a series of events before she retires on March 1.

Austin's forecast for Christmas is partly sunny with highs around 73°F and mild winds; a 30% chance of showers is expected Tuesday with highs near 76°F. The week may see rain on Thursday but sunny conditions return by the weekend.

The Texas Longhorns beat Clemson 38-24, advancing to face Arizona State in the Peach Bowl, with key performances by players overcoming injuries and setting new records.

Austin PD investigates a homicide after a Hispanic man in his 30s was found shot in a vehicle on Huntwick Drive and pronounced dead at the scene. No suspects have been detained.

A man was fatally shot by law enforcement after driving his vehicle into a Texas mall, injuring five. Initial active shooter reports were false; the incident occurred during a police chase.