A Grand Jury has cleared an SMPD officer of wrongdoing in the fatal shooting of Malachi Williams, finding the officer's actions justified under Texas law.

Austin faces a heatwave with temperatures potentially reaching 101 degrees today and a heat index up to 107. The city experiences its 22nd day of 100+ degrees this year. A hurricane warning is issued for Bermuda due to Hurricane Ernesto.

Texas Parks & Wildlife Department will release an updated app for hunters and anglers on Aug. 15, offering mandatory reporting, digital tagging, and offline use.

Peter Pan Mini-Golf in Austin has secured a lease extension until March 31, 2025, offering the historic venue a temporary reprieve as it seeks a more permanent arrangement.

APD searches for a suspect linked to the murders of Alyssa Ann Rivera and Alba Jenisse Aviles, connected by DNA evidence. New images of a person of interest have been released.

Austin Councilmembers Ellis and Alter propose a $2.23 million budget boost to hire more staff for the Parks and Recreation Department to improve park maintenance.

The Trinity Center at St. David’s Episcopal Church in Austin has become a cooling center for the city's unhoused, offering shelter, food, showers, and clothes during high temperatures.

Austin police report a fatal pedestrian crash involving an SUV at 2:29 a.m. on North IH 35; Edwin R. Rodriguez was killed, marking the city's 54th traffic death in 2024.

A motorcycle crash in Austin on August 10, 2024, resulted in the death of Deborah Barela, marking the city's 53rd fatal collision of the year. The APD is investigating.

The recall petition for Bastrop Mayor Lyle Nelson was rejected due to lacking affidavits, despite having enough signatures. This follows his reprimand for alleged unethical behavior.

Liberty Hill Police Chief Royce Graeter resigns after seven years; Lt. Jeff Ringstaff is appointed as interim chief.

Round Rock, Texas ranks as one of the best places to live in the Southwest according to a new livability ranking, highlighting its affordability and quality of life.

Josh Jarratt of Kyle was sentenced to 40 years for sexual abuse of a child and related charges, after evidence of his crimes was uncovered, including over 1,000 images of child pornography.