Houston GOP leaders and radio callers have revived calls to redraw state legislative maps after 2025 legal fights. The proposal would reshape local districts and likely prompt new lawsuits.

The Texas Tribune relaunched its Public Schools Explorer with faster updates, new finance fields and tools to help families compare nearby campuses.

Austin police released photos and are asking the public to share video or tips after an aggravated assault; detectives say the probe is active and welcome tips.

After about a year and roughly $11 million in upgrades, Fritz Park will reopen in May with a splash pad, pump track, new playgrounds and expanded trails.

Gov. Abbott and TANEO opened applications for a $350M state fund to back advanced nuclear reactors, manufacturing and fuel‑cycle projects. Notices due April 23; full apps due May 14.

One person was taken to Dell Seton with life‑threatening injuries after an auto‑pedestrian collision on S Lamar; APD has lanes closed as it investigates.

A Travis County judge kept a wrongful‑death suit against an Austin kratom seller and influencer in local court. The case raises questions about concentrated 7‑OH in over‑the‑counter products.

Austin police have named Tyrrion Titus as wanted on an organized‑crime warrant and are asking for anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers.

A structure fire in the 1900 block of Edgeware Drive drew a heavy Austin fire and police response Wednesday afternoon; officials asked the public to avoid the area.

A TDLR filing shows Crunch Fitness plans a $1.5M, 42,763‑sq‑ft renovation at Gold's Gym's New Braunfels location, leaving hundreds of members in limbo.

Austin City Council approved entitlements for two towers near UT, unlocking hundreds of units and an estimated $3.3M for affordable housing via the density bonus. Construction timing remains unknown.

Birkenstock is opening its first Texas outlet at San Marcos Premium Outlets, bringing sandals, clogs and outlet deals to Central Texas shoppers this spring.

Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival will take over Austin’s Moody Center Sept. 26–27, 2026, with a star-packed lineup; tickets go on sale April 3.