Austin Pets Alive! partners with Bastrop County Animal Services to move 38 pets to safety amid the Hudson Fire, calling for community support in fostering and donations.

Voters in Central Texas delivered mixed responses on school tax rate hikes, with Austin, Manor, and San Marcos ISDs approved increases, while others like Liberty Hill and Blanco were denied, affecting budgets and staff salaries.

A study reports Austin as the most debt-ridden city in the US, with an average nonmortgage debt of $45,920 per person, largely driven by auto and student loans.

David Schachter, a former teacher, has sued Wimberley ISD and Hays County officials, claiming they conspired to destroy his career despite his acquittal on misconduct charges.

Austin issues RFP 2024-004 for HIV service providers, with federal and city funds, anticipating contract start dates in 2025. Deadline for proposals is December 6, 2024.

Texas has not had a death-free day on its roadways since November 7, 2000, with TxDOT and DPS striving to end the deadly streak through enhanced safety measures.

Round Rock city offices, including the library and rec center, will close for Veterans Day, but trash pickup remains unchanged. A Veterans Day event is planned at Yonders Point. Online services remain available.

Rain is likely in Austin, with a 50% chance today and an 80% chance on Friday, along with possible thunderstorms and high humidity. The weekend should bring clearer skies.

A fatal shooting at Michelobos Sports Bar in North Austin resulted in Tyler Cochran's death and injuries to the suspect, who faces murder charges upon recovery. Friends mourn Cochran's loss, while police address the area's increasing violence.

Jane Hughson won a third term as San Marcos Mayor with 58.98% of votes, and Mark Rodriguez secured a council seat, while a runoff is expected for another seat.

Christi Craddick retained her seat on the Texas Railroad Commission, which oversees the state's oil and gas industry, despite increased environmental concerns and scrutiny of the commission's regulation.

San Marcos Police are investigating a series of peeping and sexual assault incidents at an apartment complex, with descriptions of the suspect released.

Donald Trump won Starr County, Texas, an area that typically votes Democratic, by a significant margin, reflecting a trend of Hispanic and Latino voters shifting toward the Republican Party.