Kamala Harris sets out on a five-day campaign across battleground states, poised to reveal her vice presidential pick in Philadelphia, amidst various opinions on her candidacy and strategic efforts to connect with key demographics.

Barton Springs Pool in Austin is closed temporarily due to poor visibility from storm-induced erosion, impacting lifeguards' surveillance capabilities.

A court hearing is scheduled for the driver in the deadly Hays CISD bus crash. The driver admitted to drug use prior to the incident, which killed two people.

Austin's 9-1-1 system faced disruptions but is improving, with calls sometimes facing poor audio or being rerouted. While not fully resolved, emergency calls are still processed. Residents should use 3-1-1 or 512-974-2000 if needed.

Austin faces severe heat with daily temperatures expected to exceed 100 degrees, light winds, and minimal chances of rain. Heat advisories are in place.

A Northwest Austin house fire on Chateau Hill Drive was promptly tackled by firefighters, with no injuries reported. The cause is under investigation.

The federal Major Disaster Declaration for Hurricane Beryl in Texas is expanded to include five more counties for FEMA assistance, aiding in recovery efforts.

Elon Musk is opening a Montessori-style school named Ad Astra in Bastrop, Texas, focusing on STEM education for children aged 3-9, with a merit-based admission policy.

The Del Valle ISD in Texas opened a new P-TECH facility and celebrated with a community event, giving away backpacks. Despite facing a budget shortfall, the district aims to prepare students for careers in fields like cybersecurity.

The Mexic-Arte Museum unveiled banners celebrating Republic Square's history and is pushing for a cultural district on Fifth Street, while preparing for a museum redevelopment project.

Lisa Davis has been named Austin's new police chief, becoming the city's second female leader in law enforcement, with hopes of increasing women's representation and rebuilding community trust.

Deputies in Bastrop County were involved in a fatal shooting of a suspect following an active shooter scenario. The suspect had fired at law enforcement before being shot by the Special Response Team.

Meteorologists predict a week of relentless heat in Austin, with temperatures soaring up to 104 degrees and high heat indices reaching up to 110 degrees. Minimal relief is expected overnight with lows in the upper 70s.