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.

Cisco's Restaurant in East Austin, a Tex-Mex institution since the 1950s, received a $50,000 grant from the National Trust for Historic Preservation to help with building maintenance and the preservation of its historical character.

Lisa Davis has been nominated to be the next police chief of Austin, with her appointment potentially advancing women's representation within the police force. Her leadership may influence community policing strategies.

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has urged the PUC to reclaim $800 million from CenterPoint Energy, alleging misuse of funds intended for emergency power provision.

The Texas DPS and THP are intensifying road enforcement from August 6-8 to reduce accidents involving commercial vehicles on major interstate corridors.

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department confirms a case of Chronic Wasting Disease at a Medina County deer breeding facility, urging adherence to monitoring guidelines.

Caleb Comer of Liberty Hill has been charged with murder after allegedly selling fentanyl-laced pills that led to the death of 18-year-old Matthew Wright.