The U.S. Supreme Court upheld laws that penalize individuals for sleeping in public, a decision affecting homeless policies in cities like Austin, Texas.

The Texas Supreme Court upheld a law banning transition-related healthcare for transgender minors, causing concern among LGBTQ+ advocates and setting a precedent that may influence other states.

The FAA is introducing a new airfield surveillance system at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to improve air traffic controllers' situational awareness and reduce runway incidents. This advanced system will be operational by June 30.

Giddy Ups, a cherished country music venue in South Austin, is set to close in August due to unexpected lease changes, with owner Michael Morgan seeking a new location to preserve its community legacy.

A grand jury indicted former Uvalde CISD police chief Pete Arredondo on counts related to the Robb Elementary School shooting. He was released on bond, while details on officer Adrian Gonzales' indictment remain sealed.

Bodycam footage from a 2022 incident where an inmate was fatally shot by a Hays County corrections officer at a hospital was released, after charges against the officer were dismissed.

The latest Biden-Trump debate in Atlanta had no audience and featured clashes on policy and personal issues, with both candidates defending against charges.

Texas wins its 11th Gold Shovel Award, recognizing its success in drawing investments that create jobs, with major projects from ZT Systems, Toppan Photomasks, Google, Tesla, and Graphic Packaging highlighted.

Fanwort overgrowth in Austin's Lady Bird Lake impedes recreational activities, and while indicative of ecological health, it also poses entanglement risks and shelters harmful algae.

Lakeway Drive is reopening on July 2 after a culvert replacement project, while the next project will begin on Top O The Lake Drive, lasting approximately three months with maintained local access.

The 47th Austin Symphony Orchestra July 4th concert and fireworks celebration, free to the public, will feature local musicians, safety measures, and traffic advice.

Austin hit its first 100° day of the year, marking an early start to intense heat. A dust plume and heat advisory raise health concerns, while a high-pressure system suggests sustained hot weather. Tropical activity is also brewing in the Atlantic.

A 52-year-old man was arrested in Wimberley after a SWAT operation for multiple charges, including assault and terroristic threats. The Hays County Sheriff's Office is seeking more information from the public.