Delta Air Lines increases nonstop flights from Austin to New Orleans, timed for Mardi Gras 2025, operated by SkyWest Airlines using Embraer 175 aircraft.

The article discusses the anticipated increase in Labor Day travel and suggests planning ahead due to heavy traffic and busy airports. It also highlights the history of the holiday, potential sales on big-ticket items, and travel tips.

The UT System prohibited universities from making political or social statements, emphasizing institutional neutrality akin to the Kalven Report, while individual speech rights remain unaffected.

Austin Police seek help in finding Brenna Swindell, missing since August 22, last seen with ex-boyfriend Morgan Guidry. Her phone is off, and she may be in a white Kia Carnival. Her father is former MLB pitcher, Greg Swindell.

UT Austin focuses on student safety with increased patrols in West Campus amid the new semester, as the community addresses concerns from students and implements improved safety measures.

One individual sustained life-threatening injuries following a vehicle collision with a tree in Austin, which caused significant traffic delays. Austin-Travis County EMS responded, and the injured person was taken to a medical center.

The North Art Complex fire in Mason County is fully contained with no structural damage, and local units are now monitoring the site. The fire, started by lightning, covered 4,313 acres. Rainfall helped containment efforts.

A woman died in downtown Austin, leading to a homicide investigation. APD responded to a call and took a person of interest into custody. The incident appears to be isolated with no public threat.

Polls indicate VP Kamala Harris leads Donald Trump in a potential contest, with race and gender influencing voter preferences. Harris has strong support from liberals, while Trump is favored on economic issues.

Austin expects cooler weather and rain chances this week due to a low pressure system and an approaching cold front, potentially providing relief from a heatwave.

Austin, Texas is experiencing power outages due to high temperatures stressing the grid and aging infrastructure, leading to calls for energy conservation.

The City of Taylor has implemented Stage 2 water restrictions due to a water crisis, mandating a 10% reduction in water use and regulating watering times and vehicle washing. Violators may face fines.

A fire on a balcony in Central Austin was quickly extinguished by the Austin Fire Department, with no injuries or further spread of the fire reported. Traffic was temporarily disrupted on Speedway.