Texas Governor Greg Abbott appoints Dan Hord and reappoints Steve Stodghill to the Public Safety Commission, overseeing the Department of Public Safety, until 2030.

The Vehicle Accessory Group opened a new headquarters and manufacturing plant in Mesquite, Texas, bringing over 600 jobs to the state. Governor Abbott celebrated the $65 million investment during a ribbon-cutting event.

The family of Camnik Campbell, a man killed by gunfire in Austin, Texas, is seeking closure as no arrest has been made in his 2022 murder near Barton Springs Pool.

Brandon Donald was arrested in Austin for allegedly shooting Chris Janner multiple times after a dispute, claiming self-defense against homophobic slurs. Janner is critically injured.

Hai Hospitality offers luxurious silk-boxed sushi delivery from Uchi, Uchiko, and Uchiba in Austin and Dallas through Uber Eats, with prices ranging from $95 to $295. Pre-orders began June 17, with delivery starting June 18, 2024.

Governor Abbott activates Texas emergency resources in response to a tropical system threatening the Gulf of Mexico, emphasizing readiness and safety precautions for Southeast Texans.

Two women were killed at a Juneteenth celebration in Round Rock, Texas. The community is mourning, and police are seeking a suspect described as young, male, and armed.

Austin prepares for high heat and the approach of the season's first tropical storm, anticipated to hit the Gulf Coast, with risks of heavy rainfall and potential flooding later in the week. Residents are urged to stay alert and informed.

A semi-truck collision at an Austin intersection led to traffic delays and a significant emergency response, with one individual trapped and subsequently rescued.

Texas AG Ken Paxton filed an appeal questioning the legality of the funding model for Austin's transit overhaul, Project Connect, causing a court halt.

Travis County property owners affected by recent storms may be eligible for a temporary property tax exemption, as announced by the Travis Central Appraisal District.

Two people were killed and 14 injured in a shooting at a Juneteenth event in Round Rock's Old Settlers Park. The victims were identified and the suspect is described; a reward is offered for information.

The Houston-based food truck Mad Dogs opens a brick-and-mortar halal hot dog restaurant in downtown Austin, offering late-night dining and a diversified menu.