Fort Worth has surpassed Austin to become the fifth-largest city in Texas, with a population near one million, whereas Austin's growth has slowed down.

An injured bald eagle is receiving care at Austin Wildlife Rescue in Texas after being found with a broken wing. The recovery process is underway, coinciding with the eagle's elevated symbolism due to recent legislation.

A Christmas night crash in Austin left motorcyclist Kendra Dorby Mottley and an unidentified pedestrian dead, marking the city's 92nd fatal crash in 2024. APD's Vehicular Homicide unit is investigating.

The article provides a detailed weather forecast for Austin, featuring pleasant conditions with temperatures reaching the 70s to 80s, light winds, and clear skies, moving into a slightly cooler New Year's Day.

Kaitlin Armstrong serves a 90-year sentence for the murder of Anna Moriah Wilson, and details of her evasion, including plastic surgery and a failed escape, have emerged.

Austin Energy has launched a new 10-year climate plan to ensure a carbon-free future with City Council's unanimous support, despite debates around the use of natural gas 'peaker' units.

Select Austin stores like CVS, Starbucks, and Walgreens will be open on Christmas Day with varying hours, while most grocery stores like Aldi, Costco, and Trader Joe's will be closed. Dollar General and convenience stores will also be open.

The Austin area is experiencing a chilly and overcast Christmas with the potential for fog and a 50% chance of showers on Thursday. Weather is expected to improve with sunny skies and high temperatures in the upper 70s later in the week.

Carlos Padilla was arrested in Hays County on charges including unlawful restraint and assault, following a manhunt after domestic violence incidents.

TxDOT unveils a strategic plan to integrate AI for enhancing road safety and traffic management, focusing on areas such as infrastructure and data quality.

AAA Texas predicts lower fuel costs in Texas for the holiday season, with an average of $2.65 for regular unleaded, despite potential for price hikes due to increased travel. Nationally, GasBuddy expects the lowest Christmas Day prices since 2020.

Kyle, Texas, is actively addressing its increasing feral hog issue that is causing damage to parks and trails by hiring trappers, warning residents to take precautions, and monitoring the environmental impacts.

Leander gears up for water treatment upgrades, imposing Phase 4 Water Conservation starting December 30, 2024, ahead of January 2025 BCRUA pipeline work.