Texas Governor Abbott spoke at the CHOSEN Conference on adoption, sharing his personal experiences and advocating for resources in the state's foster care system, encouraging others to embrace adoption enthusiastically.

Emergency services in Austin responded to three separate water rescue incidents on a single day, successfully assisting all individuals involved without life-threatening injuries.

Two emus caused a stir in Zilker Park, Austin, leading to a response from the Austin Animal Center and police, who safely captured the birds and later transferred them to the Austin Zoo.

Elijah Kahlenberg, a UT Austin junior, won the Truman Scholarship for his work on Israeli-Palestinian relations and plans to study law and international relations.

Austin's weather will continue to be warm and breezy today, with a variety in the forecast for the coming week, including chances of showers and thunderstorms.

The Paramount Theatre in Austin celebrates its 50th Summer Classic Film Series with screenings, including "Casablanca," and will honor director Robert Rodriguez.

Hays CISD is expediting the installation of seat belts on school buses following a fatal crash, while AISD confirms its buses already have seat belts.

Authorities found a body in Lady Bird Lake in Austin, prompting a death investigation by local police and EMS. The person's identity has not been disclosed.

The Texas psychology board considers a state exam to combat high costs and potential barriers from a new national skills test, amid a statewide mental health professional shortage.

San Marcos police shot and killed a man who allegedly threatened pedestrians with knives and charged towards an occupied business, despite being tased. Investigations are ongoing.

The Frank Erwin Center, known as "The Drum," in Austin is being demolished to make way for a new medical center. Residents reminisce as the iconic venue's final days approach.

A crane malfunction at the Samsung plant in Taylor, Texas, resulted in no injuries as the boom dropped to the ground. OSHA is investigating the incident. Samsung's Texas investment plans have escalated to about $44 billion.

Operation Lone Star in Texas has led to over 500,000 illegal immigrant apprehensions, 41,500 criminal arrests, and seized large quantities of fentanyl.