Florence ISD closed schools on Monday due to a significant water line issue, leaving buildings without water. The city is working on repairs, expects to restore water by the afternoon or evening, and has set up emergency water distribution.

Raul Meza, convicted for an earlier murder, may enter a plea deal for two more murders. The judge and victims' families prefer life without parole or the death penalty over the possibility of parole.

Jackey Martin from Central Texas received a life sentence for the aggravated sexual assault of an 8-year-old, confirmed through DNA evidence and witness testimony.

Delta Air Lines is to launch five new nonstop routes from Austin in 2025, with flights to Panama City, Memphis, Indianapolis, San Francisco, and Tampa.

Two adults and a child were hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash in Del Valle, with non-life-threatening injuries; one adult was in a trauma alert condition.

Austin Police Department is investigating after a man was found dead downtown; his cause of death is pending a medical examination, and the incident is not considered suspicious.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott deploys generators to Georgia for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts through the EMAC.

Austin's weather is predicted to remain sunny and warm into October with mid-90s temperatures and clear skies, though an Air Quality Alert has been issued. Rain is unlikely, and the Caribbean may develop a tropical storm later in the week.

An oven fire at Bill Miller Bar-B-Q in South Austin was quickly extinguished by firefighters, with no injuries reported and damage limited to the oven.

Chappell Roan postpones festival performances to prioritize health but confirms ACL Festival appearances. She discusses her struggles with fame and the importance of voting.

ESD #10 in Williamson County has hired its first paid firefighters to address increasing call volumes, with crews working 12-hour weekday shifts to support the volunteer force.

The Travis County Attorney's Office warns of scammers demanding money over the phone, pretending to resolve legal issues.

A man was killed in a second fatal pedestrian-vehicle accident on SH 71 in Bastrop in a week, prompting an investigation and concerns about pedestrian safety.