Dan Hord became the new Commissioner of the Texas DPS, taking over from Dale Wainwright, with leaders expressing confidence in Hord's future contributions to public safety.

Round Rock City Manager Laurie Hadley is retiring in December, leaving a legacy of growth and infrastructural development. Assistant City Manager Brooks Bennett is slated to succeed her, continuing the city's development.

Austin is expected to see near triple-digit temperatures with a 20% chance of showers. A slight cooling trend is forecasted with lower temperatures and rain chances increasing to 30% by next week.

Bee Cave has filed an injunction to halt the construction of a large logistics center near a residential area, citing breach of a 2015 agreement and support from neighboring Lakeway and residents.

Southwest announces new and returning nonstop flights from Austin, including destinations like Reno-Tahoe and Milwaukee, growing their service expansion in Spring 2025.

An Uber driver in Austin was charged with sexually assaulting a passenger after she fell asleep in his car. Uber has since removed his access to the platform.

Austin ISD's Central Office is closed due to an overnight power outage. The building's power and backup generator are down, disrupting services and requiring the relocation of a board meeting.

A Texas woman was charged with animal cruelty after nine dogs were found in extreme heat without food or water; one dog died. She was released on bond and the surviving dogs were taken to a shelter.

Former City Council Member Don Zimmerman has filed a lawsuit challenging Austin's allocation of $400,000 to assist residents seeking out-of-state abortions, claiming it violates Texas law.

Texas DPS adds Jose Miguel Zelaya-Ponce to its "10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants List" for aggravated sexual assault of a child under 14. A $3,000 reward is offered for tips.

Governor Greg Abbott appoints eight members to the Crime Victims' Institute Advisory Council, including two new members and six reappointees, to serve until January 31, 2026.

A 16-year-old girl reported an attempted abduction in Williamson County on August 21. WCSO is seeking information on the suspect described as a tall, chunky black man with a bald head and a missing eye.

The Texas "SCOPE" Act faces a legal challenge from FIRE, who claims it infringes on First Amendment rights by imposing broad restrictions on content minors can access online.