Richard "Kinky" Friedman, a multifaceted Texan figure known for his satire, music, and political participation, has died at 79 after battling Parkinson's disease.

The Texas Attorney General's appeal has paused a trial set to review Project Connect's funding legality, while local leaders still advocate for the project's benefits for Austin.

A shooting in Southeast Austin has resulted in two deaths and one non-life-threatening injury. The incident near Trio Apartments is under investigation, with no suspects in custody yet.

Round Rock's ride-sharing service, Round Rock Rides, will expand city-wide on July 1, after a successful pilot, offering an alternative to traditional public transit.

Topaz McGarrigle of Golden Dawn Arkestra releases a solo EP "The Gift,” with a trio of music videos dedicated to his wife and an EP release party planned at club Roma.

Norman Roy Garza Jr. is appointed as the first Executive Director of the Texas Space Commission to lead Texas into a new era of space industry prominence.

Governor Greg Abbott renews Texas's wildfire disaster proclamation, adding more counties to the list and authorizing the use of state resources for a coordinated response.

The University of Texas at Austin study reveals unique vortex structures known as polarons in halide perovskites, enhancing energy conversion, potentially benefiting solar cells and LEDs.

ACC's Peace & Conflict Studies Center received a $10,000 grant from Interfaith America to study and enhance understanding of its students' diverse beliefs.

The Hutto Police Department received accreditation from the Texas Police Chiefs Association, affirming its adherence to over 170 of the TPCA's best practices.

SXSW announced it will not accept sponsorships from the U.S. Army or weapons manufacturers in 2025, following a boycott by over 80 artists over military ties.

Local authorities found a body under mysterious circumstances near West Lake Hills; the individual was declared deceased at the scene, leading to an ongoing investigation and road closures.

The trial of Austin Police officer Christopher Taylor has been halted after a grand jury did not indict him on new charges, including aggravated assault, for the death of Michael.