The article discusses the dangers of "pink cocaine" following Liam Payne's death, its unknown composition, and increasing presence in Texas. It highlights the risks of mixed-substance drugs.

The Austin Fire Department announces the graduation of its 138th cadet class on November 1, 2024, highlighting the ceremony's significance and the cadets' rigorous training.

Two Dallas bagel shops, Shug's Bagels and Starship Bagel, win acclaim, with Shug's planning a 2025 Austin expansion and Starship earning awards at NY BagelFest.

The Austin Police Department issued a Silver Alert for 76-year-old Cathie McCown, an Alzheimer's patient reported missing at the DoubleTree Hotel-Arboretum, urging the community to report sightings.

Austin Energy is setting up the Zilker Holiday Tree in Zilker Park, aiming to illuminate the 155-foot structure with LEDs for a lighting event on November 27th.

Brittney Bailey is charged with capital murder in her 3-month-old daughter's death, originally deemed a medical emergency. She was previously charged with injury to a child. Her partner, Erick Resendiz, faces charges for failing to intervene.

A Rockdale ISD teacher faces felony charges for allegedly threatening school principals online, leading to his arrest after a multi-agency investigation.

The Texas DPS issued guidelines for Halloween safety, advising for visibility, sober driving, and the use of the Public Sex Offender Registry for safer celebrations.

The Austin Fire Department responded to a fire with explosions involving a dump truck in East Austin, with no injuries reported and the fire extinguished.

TxDOT began the I-35 Capital Express Central project, costing $4.5 billion, to expand Interstate 35 in Austin, aiming to ease traffic by adding HOV lanes and improving public spaces.

Austin celebrates Día de los Muertos with events at ESB-MACC featuring traditional altars, performances, and MexAmeriCon, a showcase of Mexican American culture.

An 18-year-old was charged with murder in a school stabbing in Texas, where victim Darrin Loving died from chest wounds. Classes were suspended for mourning.

The article discusses Texas's promising deer hunting season, with plentiful deer due to favorable weather conditions, and highlights new carcass disposal regulations as well as the importance of testing for Chronic Wasting Disease.