Officer Christopher Taylor's trial on deadly conduct charges for the shooting of Mauris DeSilva is concluding, with defense and prosecution resting their cases.

The Texas DPS extends its service hours to include Saturdays in October for driver license and ID card renewals or replacements, emphasizing the need for appointment cancelations due to high no-show rates.

Texas will eliminate most vehicle safety inspections starting January 1, 2025, but will include a $7.50 fee during registration to fund state projects. Emissions tests will remain mandatory in certain counties.

Crux Climbing Center opens its third and largest location in Pflugerville, featuring diverse climbing options, fitness, and yoga facilities, as well as an in-house fried chicken eatery.

Williamson County, Texas, has formed a sister city partnership with Yong-In Special City, South Korea, to foster educational, cultural, and technological exchanges.

A first-grade teacher in Austin was arrested for unlawful restraint of a 6-year-old, caught on video using body weight against a door pinning the child. The district has since placed the teacher on leave and begun termination proceedings.

Authorities in Cedar Park arrested a man suspected of dealing fentanyl and crack cocaine after a drug bust that yielded significant quantities of both substances.

Travis County approves a contract for a new women-focused residential substance abuse treatment facility to address the gap left by Austin Recovery's closure.

A young Black male was fatally shot in an Austin apartment complex, with a 16-year-old charged with his murder. The police seek community assistance for information.

Texas AG Paxton requests voter registration data from the Secretary of State to investigate potential noncitizen voting and strengthen election integrity ahead of polls.

A three-vehicle crash in Austin claimed the life of a motorcyclist, Brayan Cuellar. The incident involved an SUV, motorcycle, and a pickup, whose driver, Andrew Lycan, was arrested for DWI. It marks the 68th fatal crash in Austin in 2024.

Austin experiences unusually warm weather with sunny skies and highs in the 90s, nights around 70 degrees, and a slight chance of weekend showers. A gradual cooldown is expected soon.

Austin's weather forecast predicts persistent mid-90s temperatures, clear skies, and calm winds, with cooler nights around 69. A minor cool front may lower humidity and nighttime temperatures early next week.