The Austin City Council has amended its Work Session rules to allow public comment, enhancing transparency in the legislative process. Speaker registration for these sessions is now open, promoting civic engagement in local government.

Leandro Brito-Martinez from Austin has been sentenced to 80 years for vehicular homicide causing the death of Tobias Victor Soto, following a high-speed chase in a stolen vehicle.

A major crash at a Leander intersection caused road closures and travel advisories Friday night; details on the incident's cause and casualties were not yet released.

Austin Community College District opened registration for its 14th Annual Women’s Health, Motivation & Empowerment Conference offering sessions on personal and professional growth.

Texas DPS apprehended large groups of illegal immigrants, including individuals from 'special interest' countries, during Operation Lone Star near Eagle Pass.

Childish Gambino, aka Donald Glover, cancels his North American tour, including the Austin show, due to health concerns that necessitated hospitalization and upcoming surgery.

Hutto residents are urged to report property damage from local fiber installations, with the city offering help in resolving disputes with contractors.

A Texas couple was sentenced to over 32 years combined for defrauding the PPP loan program for $3 million, which they used for personal luxuries and a business venture.

The Fifth Circuit temporarily stayed a ruling that blocked Texas from enforcing a ban on paid vote harvesting, allowing Attorney General Paxton to continue investigations ahead of elections.

The Austin Police Department reported Austin's 50th homicide in 2024 following a stabbing on N IH 35, with Todd Wimberly arrested and charged with 1st Degree Murder.

Austin anticipates a hot and dry weekend, with no rain and above-normal temperatures, as music festival attendees are advised to prepare for heat. The dry spell has continued for 30 days, with slight cooling expected Tuesday.

The University of Texas at Austin is set to renovate the UT Tower, focusing on its exterior, set to last until 2027, while maintaining its operational status.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife TV series is entering its 40th season, featuring a wide variety of stories on Texas' outdoors, conservation efforts, and natural heritage. The Emmy-winning show reaches audiences across multiple platforms.