The National Weather Service forecasts a week of intense heat in Austin with high temperatures reaching the mid-90s and heat indices over 100 degrees.

The Dead Rabbit, a renowned New York Irish pub, opens in Austin on July 1, offering traditional Irish drinks and fare with a local café feature, extending Sixth Street's nightlife.

San Marcos has appointed Rodney Gonzales and Lonzo Harrison as new Assistant City Managers to support the city's growth and development post a nationwide search.

A vehicle fire on Research Boulevard in Austin resulted in road closures and traffic delays. The incident occurred in the northbound lanes at the Braker exit ramp. Authorities advised finding alternate routes.

IKEA introduced a new retail concept in Austin focused on combining online convenience with in-store expertise, signaling a strategic expansion in Texas.

Austin Community College experiences a significant enrollment increase of 23% from last year, credited to the new Free Tuition Pilot Program for the high school class of 2024.

Austin Independent School District faces a potential $78 million deficit for 2024-25 despite a $954 million budget. Tax revenue is heavily recaptured by the state, and staff may miss salary increases if a tax rate election fails.

An Austin police officer, Cameron Caldwell, was arrested for charges of injuring a child. He had previously been suspended for pepper-spraying a handcuffed man during SXSW.

The deadly conduct charge against ex-corrections officer Isaiah Garcia for shooting Joshua Wright has been dismissed at the request of the Wright family.

Round Rock community holds vigils for Juneteenth shooting victims, with an ongoing police investigation leading to the arrest of a 17-year-old suspect.

The Austin Police Department's SWAT team responded to a barricaded man in northeast Austin, urging the public to avoid the area. No hostages are involved, and efforts for a peaceful resolution are ongoing.

Assistant DA Joseph Frederick III resigned from Travis County's legal community following his arrest for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, amid health and performance concerns.

The Texas Medical Board is set to discuss exceptions to the state's abortion law, focusing on clarifying "reasonable medical judgment" and "medical emergency."