Four middle school students were arrested in Bastrop after escalating a fake threat against their school on social media. They face misdemeanor charges for not reporting the false image.

Austin Police Officer Christopher Taylor's murder charge for the 2019 death of Mauris DeSilva is dropped, now facing a third-degree felony charge of deadly conduct. Taylor maintains his innocence, with his defense anticipating acquittal.

Police seek suspects after a home invasion and shooting on Jimmy Clay Drive; a victim was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, and the APD continues to investigate.

Barton Springs Pool in Austin reopens after urgent repairs to a hazardous pipe are completed, ensuring safety for swimmers and minimal disruption to the habitat of endangered salamanders.

Austin is set for sunny weather with highs in the upper 90s, shifting to mild nights around 75°F. A high-pressure system is causing the heat, with slight cooling expected by Sunday.

The Austin Police Department provides crime prevention tips in response to burglaries targeting the Indian and South Asian communities, especially during cultural festivities.

CapMetro, the public transit provider in Austin, plans a 20% budget cut for 2024-25 due to reduced sales tax revenue, with a proposed budget of $704.8 million. Expansion projects continue despite cuts.

The Texas DPS is offering Saturday service hours in select offices for driver license renewals or replacements by appointment until the end of September.

Tim Hortons is set to open a new location in Round Rock, Texas, as part of an expansion plan to launch 40-50 stores in Austin's metro area within five years. The Round Rock store will offer 24/7 service and a range of menu items.

Concordia University Texas names Dr. Kristi Kirk as its first female president, highlighting her advocacy for expanding access to education and community engagement.

A pedestrian was fatally hit by a car in northeast Austin near Springdale Road, with traffic affected on the US 183 frontage road.

A house fire in eastern Travis County damaged two homes early Tuesday; Austin Fire Department extinguished the flames with no injuries and is investigating the cause.

A magnitude 5.1 earthquake hit West Texas, centered near Ackerly, with no immediate reports of injuries. Its effects were felt as far as 322 miles away. The cause and potential human impacts like fracking are under scrutiny.