Dr. Molly Beth Malcolm, Executive Vice Chancellor of ACC, is retiring after 12 years of service. A celebration at ACC Highland Campus is scheduled for August 19, before her final day on August 31.

Austin's weather will feature showers and potential thunderstorms, with highs near 94 degrees. The weekend brings clearer skies and cooler evenings. A cold front may bring more rain, while a local fan drive aids residents against the heat.

Michael Chamberlain of TxDOT embarked on an 8,300-mile road trip across Texas, visiting potential EV charging sites to advance the Texas EV Infrastructure Plan.

A felon from Austin is indicted for drug trafficking and possessing a firearm after a police vehicle collision.

Austin Police seek public help to identify a suspect in a robbery at Halal Austin Med Break Food Truck, describing the suspect as a black male, 20-30 years, about 5'10", with a high-pitched voice.

A Hays County judge secretly livestreamed a child sexual assault trial, prompting objections due to privacy concerns and leading to a mistrial and dismissal of charges.

A second mosquito trap in Taylor, Texas, has tested positive for West Nile virus, prompting the city to plan mosquito spraying and advise residents on prevention measures.

Austin candidates have raised over $1.3 million for upcoming elections, with Mayor Watson leading at $710,580.84 and Councilmember Kelly setting a record in District 6. Watson's significant lead suggests a strong advantage.

A former juvenile correctional officer in Texas, Gerardo Puente, was arrested on charges of indecency with a child during his tenure at Evins Regional Juvenile Center.

Integral Care's Youth Mental Health First Aid training in Austin, hosted at Dove Springs Clinic, aims to educate adults on how to aid youth facing mental health challenges, with a plan to train 2,000 community members this year.

One person died following a road rage incident on U.S. Highway 290 in Elgin; a suspect was arrested, with identities not yet released. Traffic was disrupted but later restored.

The City of Taylor has imposed Stage 3 water restrictions due to pump failures at Lake Granger, which limit non-essential water use and prescribe specific irrigation times.

An investigation continues on the unresolved death of Valentin Castro in Kyle, TX, after his charred remains were found on private property in July 2023.