Austin's Parks and Recreation Department has introduced a free swim pilot program at Walnut Creek Pool and selected other pools to enhance community access to swimming facilities.

Forbes ranks U.S. cities for summer travel with Texas cities like Dallas and Houston featuring variously due to factors like heat, hotel prices, and traffic.

A fatal car accident on southbound Texas Highway 130 in Georgetown led to road closures and an ongoing police investigation. Traffic flowed again several hours later.

Community support mobilizes for victims of the Round Rock Juneteenth shooting, with fundraisers for Lyndsey Vicknair's family and donations requested for charities in memory of Ara Duke.

Austin anticipates scattered showers this afternoon with a 40% chance of rain, high heat index, and gusty winds. Clearing skies and mild temperatures are expected tonight and into the weekend, with rising temperatures and humidity.

Austin Police reported a domestic shooting at 10613 Macmora Rd. where Suzanne Bailey was fatally shot and Joshua Lockwood died by suicide. This is considered the city's 26th homicide in 2024.

Texas AG Paxton announced a $2 million refund for consumers from Nomad Internet for deceptive business practices related to unauthorized SIM card sales.

Round Rock ISD approves a balanced $466 million budget for 2024-25, avoiding a $30 million deficit with tax cuts and meal price stability, after making significant cuts and class size increases.

Governor Abbott moves the Texas State Emergency Operations Center to Level II in anticipation of a tropical storm, ensuring state agencies are prepared for swift response.

The latest STAAR results reveal that math proficiency in Austin ISD students is lower than pre-pandemic levels, while reading shows improvement; officials stress that STAAR is not the sole indicator of potential.

George Strait's record-breaking concert draws over 110k fans, while HAAM provides healthcare to local musicians.

Austin FC aims to end a three-game losing streak against a high-flying LAFC led by Denis Bouanga. With Austin struggling, Wolff and Finlay emphasize the need for a collective effort and fundamental principles to combat LAFC's threats.

The unsolved homicide of security guard Richard Escalante in 2014 remains a mystery, with Austin Police still searching for leads and urging public assistance.