Round Rock ISD cuts stipends for dual language staff amid budget constraints, while Austin ISD aims to reduce its budget by $30 million without impacting classrooms, facing a lack of increased state funding since 2019.

Liberty Hill, Texas, faces community division over the lack of a Pride Month proclamation this year, contrasting with the previous year's inclusive declaration.

Ascension hospital system confirmed the theft of files from its servers after a cyberattack, potentially compromising sensitive data. Credit monitoring services have been offered as a precaution.

Texas reduces mandatory CWD zones to voluntary testing areas, shifting strategy in combating deer disease. Mandatory checks end in several zones, with focused measures on high-risk areas.

Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas lost her legal fight against a ruling that prevents her from competing in elite women's swimming, with the Court of Arbitration for Sport ruling she didn't have standing.

Austin Resource Recovery encourages local businesses to reduce plastic waste by following the U.S. Plastics Pact's Roadmap 2.0 goals for sustainability.

Governor Greg Abbott announces the 2024 Outstanding Women in Texas Government Awards recipients, honoring five women for their service and leadership.

Bad Larry's, known for their smashburgers, is opening a brick-and-mortar bar and restaurant in East Austin in partnership with Open Road Hospitality and other local scene contributors, offering their signature burgers and a variety of drinks.

Texas AG Paxton secured a court injunction against a new ATF rule on private gun sales, arguing it's unconstitutional. The rule is now halted in plaintiff states.

Austin is expecting a high of 96 degrees today with sunshine and light breezes, while the weekend will continue to be sunny and hot. Early next week could see tropical developments affecting Texas.

The Austin Police Department is searching for Jon Stamm, a 58-year-old man who went missing on June 11th, and they are urgently asking for the public's help.

Austin's rents decreased by nearly 10% in a year, slowing apartment construction, with average rent at $1,400 compared to the national $1,700 median. Experts discuss the downturn's impact on housing market dynamics.

Pitbull is set to perform at a free concert celebrating the University of Texas's move to the Southeastern Conference, with festivities including games, family activities, and fireworks. The event will take place in front of the UT tower.