The Texas waterfowl hunting season is looking favorable, with a 5% rise in duck numbers and an exceptional 55% increase for the American wigeon. Despite a delay due to warm weather, the season starts with special dates for certain groups.

Dua Lipa infused her Austin City Limits performance with local culture, donning a Longhorns jersey and engaging fans, showcasing her appreciation for Austin's vibe and community.

Austin's HSEM is hosting a Preparedness Pop-Up on October 16 to help residents prepare for emergencies, with the first 25 visitors receiving emergency kits.

The family of Ahsun Madison, a 16-year-old killed in North Austin, demands justice. He was allegedly shot confronting a bully. The juvenile suspect, also 16, faces first-degree murder charges.

Andi Abbott, a sixth-grader from Round Rock, won Williamson County's "I Voted" sticker design contest, and her work will be featured in the upcoming November election.

Austin Police Officer Christopher Taylor, found guilty of deadly conduct in a 2019 shooting, attended a sentencing hearing where he faced 2-10 years or a $10,000 fine.

The Austin Chamber of Commerce endorsed Austin ISD's Proposition A, a proposed tax increase aimed at addressing a budget shortfall and improving education funding.

Roy Lozano's Ballet Folklórico de Texas celebrates Mexican heritage through dance, upholding a rich cultural tradition that engages Austinites and honors their connection to Mexico.

Dr. Matthew Gutierrez is celebrated during Hispanic Heritage Month as the first Latino superintendent of Del Valle ISD, where he works on strategic planning and connects with the predominantly Latino student body.

The Austin City Council has approved a $10 million project for a citywide public tree inventory, crucial for maintaining the city's green infrastructure.

A Hutto man, Malcolm Watts, was sentenced to 30 years for firing at a Georgetown officer in 2021. He pled guilty to aggravated assault of a public servant.

An arrest was made following racial vandalism on a student's car at Texas State University, with ongoing investigations and a strong stance against hate by the university administration.

Governor Abbott has declared a disaster for 143 Texas counties due to wildfires, deploying state resources and urging precautions against further ignition.