The forecast for Austin includes a sunny day with a high around 60 degrees and north winds up to 20 mph. Temperatures will drop at night with possible snow and sleet incoming early next week.

The Houston Traffic Safety Coalition is conducting "walking audits" to address traffic fatalities, with over 700 deaths in Houston last year and 4,200 in Texas. The coalition, including TxDOT, aims to improve road safety for all.

Austin's Artist Access Program is accepting applications for its 2026 season to provide local artists with affordable rehearsal and production spaces.

Austin officials, including Mayor Watson, discussed enhancing pedestrian safety on East Sixth Street, planning wider sidewalks and traffic changes to ensure the area is safe and accessible at all times.

H-E-B plans to open its first traditional store in Dallas, pending rezoning and city planning approval. The Texas grocery chain acquired a 10-acre site and aims to involve the community in its development.

A youth mentor from San Antonio named Cesar Renderos was arrested for sexual misconduct with an underage girl but did not meet her through his mentoring program.

The City of Austin released a comprehensive guide for flying with dogs, emphasizing planning, airline policies, breed restrictions, costs, carrier choice, vet visits, and travel tips.

A poll by the UT Texas Politics Project shows a gap between Texas voters' main concerns—immigration and the economy—and some lawmakers' priorities like school vouchers. The poll also indicates different views on state spending and law strictness.

An injured Egyptian Goose named Steven was successfully rescued and treated after being found with an arrow in its plumage at Mueller Lake Park, Austin.

Austin city leaders are on alert as the conservative Texas Legislature begins its session, potentially impacting local governance on issues like school funding and property taxes.

CDS is hosting a "Building Austin" event on February 20, 2025, to showcase infrastructure plans in Northeast Austin, including major road and water projects.

Firefighters in Austin rescued 10 puppies and their mother from a garage fire; one puppy did not survive. The fire was caused by space heaters too close to combustibles.

APD seeks two male suspects connected to a series of robberies in Austin, providing detailed descriptions and urging public assistance with information.