A UT Austin study found lead and other metals above guideline levels in taps in Austin’s Colony, validating residents’ complaints about brown, hard water and steep bills.

Pflugerville police recovered an unidentified man from Lake Pflugerville Friday morning; authorities say the investigation is ongoing and there is no public threat.

An early‑morning shooting at an RV park along FM‑908 left one person dead and another in critical condition, deputies say. The Milam County Sheriff’s Office is investigating.

At an Austin hearing, private vendors promised fast sterile‑fly production while USDA officials said X‑ray sterilization needs more testing. The clash could shape how quickly ranchers are protected.

A Heat Advisory runs noon–8 p.m. CDT on Friday, June 19; highs near 94°F and heat‑index values above 105°F. Scattered afternoon storms possible; cooling centers are available.

A city audit found seven Austin Energy workers used city trucks as personal commuter vehicles, costing taxpayers about $37,300 and prompting tighter oversight.

A New York–style breakfast truck has landed on Metric Boulevard, serving kaiser-roll sandwiches, pastries and coffee in north Austin mornings.

Most Northwest Austin ZIP codes saw more May closings even as median sale prices cooled, giving buyers extra negotiating leverage this spring.

A $3.9M TSIF grant will back Schunk Xycarb's Georgetown expansion, which the state says will unlock more than $42M in investment and add roughly 25 jobs.

Award‑winning Jabs is moving toward a permanent Austin storefront after its Burger Bash 2025 win, taking its truck‑tested smash burgers into a new phase.

NBISD trustees passed a $114.68M balanced budget that includes a 2% raise, 25 special-ed hires and funding for Long Creek ROTC as the district prepares to set a tax rate.

Mike Collier sued to overturn Texas' independent‑candidate petition rules, arguing the 1% signature floor and 30‑day post‑runoff deadline make independents' bids impractical.

Austin police are investigating a homicide on the 7700 block of the I‑35 service road. Officials said a media briefing was planned and asked witnesses to come forward.