Governor Abbott met with Swedish Minister Billström in Austin to discuss an enhanced economic partnership, focusing on aerospace, energy, and manufacturing.

Austin's weather is heating up to 92°F with possible 20mph gusts today, followed by severe storms and potential flooding tomorrow. Highs may return to the mid-90s by next week.

David Amsler has been appointed as Hutto, Texas's new Director of Strategic Operations, expected to enhance efficiency and growth across several city departments.

Austin bars distribute drink-testing strips to customers to prevent drink spiking as part of the "Sip Safely" initiative, while staff receive training to address related incidents.

The proposal to delay the I-35 expansion in Austin was rejected by CAMPO, despite calls for more environmental studies and public health concerns raised by officials and activists.

A study by Upgraded Points highlighted on KXAN shows high costs of concert vacations in cities like New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, while cities like Lexington and Cleveland offer more affordable options.

Austin Community College is starting a renovation at its Round Rock Campus, including a new Welcome and Student Care center, set to open by fall 2025, funded by the Maintenance and Operations bond program.

Austin's Finance Committee suggests changes are needed for the Firefighter Retirement Fund, which has exceeded the recommended amortization period, indicating financial instability.

Hays County residents struggle with recovery after a severe hailstorm caused extensive damage, with additional storms hindering repair efforts. No injuries were reported despite widespread property damage.

Texas university officials prepare to testify on the state's DEI program ban, with Senate Bill 17 impacting operations and student initiatives like independent cultural graduations.

Former Texas linebacker S'Maje Burrell faces a felony charge for a collision, while NFL draftee T'Vondre Sweat is charged with DWI. Burrell allegedly fled the scene.

The Austin Fire Department extinguished a home fire in east Austin, rescuing one person and three cats, with injuries treated onsite by EMS and one cat revived by firefighters. The investigation into the fire's cause is ongoing.

UT Austin researchers found that a cholera strain resists genetic change by neutralizing plasmids using a unique two-part immune system, a discovery which could guide new treatments.