A pregnant woman was assaulted in East Austin, going into early labor. Acie L. Bouye faces charges for the attack, which allegedly occurred at an apartment complex.

Manuel Balderas of Kyle sentenced to 40 years for sexually abusing multiple children, with abuse starting when victims were in middle school. Charges included continuous sexual abuse of a child and sexual assault.

Kalimotxo is set to reopen this fall at the Arrive Austin hotel, offering Spanish cuisine and cocktails, with a focus on Basque and Andalusian dishes.

Pflugerville City Council approves an $857 million budget for FY 2025, with a property tax rate of $0.5428 and major funding for infrastructure and water resources.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced the construction of a new psychiatric hospital in Wichita Falls, aiming to improve mental health services with a $452 million investment.

The US 290 at Trautwein Road project in Hays County is completed, providing safety and traffic flow improvements with new traffic signals and pedestrian railings.

Austin's new ordinance mandates composting services for multifamily dwellings, affecting over half the city's residents and aiming to achieve zero waste goals.

The University of Texas at Austin enhances its musical culture with new initiatives, including live performances, a songwriter residency, and the appointment of Carrie Rodriguez and Andy Langer in key roles.

Two bodies were found at the Riata apartment complex in northwest Austin, initiating the city's 46th homicide investigation. The incident is considered isolated with no ongoing public threat.

Hays County hosts a second open house for Cape’s Pond Park Plan and seeks community input online until October 11, to refine park design with a focus on fishing and nature.

The Austin Police are investigating a shooting involving officers who fatally shot an armed man after attempting de-escalation, releasing evidence to maintain transparency.

Austin area experiences lower humidity and cooler mornings post-cold front, with a high of 92 and light winds. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Helene is expected to become a Category 1 Hurricane near Cancun, potentially intensifying as it nears Florida.

Cuantos Tacos in Austin is named Texas's best taco spot by Yelp, with a 4.7-star rating from nearly 288 reviews. Yelp's 2024 list recognizes top taco joints nationwide.