Alan Albright, the judge who drew a wave of patent suits to central Texas, plans to leave the federal bench this summer. His exit reshuffles the Western District's patent map.

Austin police and Capital Area Crime Stoppers released photos seeking 27‑year‑old Pier Crittenden, wanted on an aggravated‑robbery warrant. Tips can be anonymous and may qualify for up to $1,000.

A state permit shows McDonald's will convert 2300 Guadalupe near UT Austin, with work slated from May 1 to Sept. 30, 2026, replacing Dollar Slice Club.

Georgetown pitmasters Ryan and Erica Chody will open a Creasy's BBQ food truck at Sunset on the 'Rise in Round Rock May 15–17, serving brisket, ribs and breakfast tacos.

Sugarwolf, from Guy & Larry Restaurants, will open May 5 at The Republic next to Republic Square, offering laminated pastries, sourdough and a coffee bar.

Baylor will host a Turning Point USA stop at Waco Hall on April 22 while student groups stage an 'All Are Neighbors' counterevent. The paired programs have prompted safety planning and denominational pushback.

LCRA says the Timmerman plant near Maxwell reached full operation Tuesday after its second unit connected to the ERCOT grid, adding roughly 380 MW of fast‑start capacity. This is the first project backed by the Texas Energy Fund to go fully online.

Alteño from Michelin-recognized chef Johnny Curiel will open inside 1 Hotel Austin this summer, bringing wood-fired Mexican dishes and an agave-forward cocktail program.

Uncle Nicky's will close its Hyde Park café on Sunday, April 26; the South Lamar location will remain open while the owners refocus the brand. Specials run April 24–26.

At EarthX in Dallas, a robotics CEO demonstrated drones and a quadruped and argued autonomous fleets could help protect Texas’ power grid as AI data centers push demand higher.

Zachry Corp. acquired about 1.2 acres of downtown parking near La Villita — land once planned for apartments — and says the lots will support the Monarch hotel.

Potbelly will open a Townwest Commons shop in Hutto with a late‑April soft opening and a May 16 grand event featuring giveaways for early guests.

Dense fog will slow Austin's Wednesday morning commute; a 30–40% chance of showers and scattered storms is expected this afternoon.