Charlie Baird, 71, was arrested after a south Austin crash; police say he showed signs of intoxication, declined a breath test and was released on $3,000 bond.

Sweden’s foreign minister toured Houston and Austin to press trade and security ties, mark a Houston consulate activation and urge continued support for Ukraine.

Austin’s municipal courts will run a warrant amnesty March 23–April 17, 2026 so people can clear low‑level warrants and citations without arrest; warrant fees may be waived.

SXSW's Emerging Tech Expo opens a free public day Wednesday at Fairmont Austin with demos from AI to XR.

Charles DeSalem, a registered sex offender, was arrested near Poteet and indicted for possession of child pornography, the sheriff’s office says. He’s booked into the Atascosa County Jail.

Georgetown Fire responded Tuesday to a reported gas explosion at a northwest residence; officials say no injuries were reported. Crews checked the scene and authorities reviewed the area.

Susan G. Komen’s More Than Pink Walk is coming to Barton Creek Square this fall, expected to draw thousands to raise funds for research and patient support. Registration and event details are live.

St. Andrew's Presbyterian in north Austin says it has temporarily hired plain‑clothes security after state Rep. James Talarico's Senate run drew increased attention. Leaders say safety is the priority as they consider longer‑term steps.

Austin police arrested 21 people in an undercover sting that began March 12; most face state‑jail felony solicitation charges and one case alleges solicitation of a minor.

UTEP installed El Paso’s first free Narcan vending machine inside the Student Union; organizers say anonymity and restocks have boosted campus access to naloxone.

BEA data show Texas' outdoor recreation economy generated $59.4B in 2024, led by boating, RVing and tourism. The totals underline parks, marinas and campgrounds as economic drivers.

A 37-year-old man is in custody after police say he drove a stolen SUV at four Austin officers; the vehicle nearly struck one officer and no injuries were reported.

PulteGroup is developing The Bluffs on the Guadalupe — a 155‑acre gated community in New Braunfels with one‑acre homesites, river access and a lounge pool. The build follows a 2025 auction of the land.