A June Capitol hearing showed how a patchwork of local systems funnels vulnerable Texans through jails and hospitals, producing high costs and few stable outcomes.

Austin Fire Department crews searched Shoal Creek Tuesday morning after reports that three people were in the water near the Yarborough Branch Library.

A boil-water advisory was issued July 12 for Valverde and Adelton after a broken line drained a storage tank; crews repaired the break and are flushing while tests run.

Texas Game Wardens said crews were answering multiple swiftwater rescue calls across South Texas and warned drivers to avoid flooded roads.

Updated state filings shrink the New Braunfels Portillo’s and push construction back; the latest paperwork lists a November start and a May 2027 finish. The move reflects the chain’s smaller new prototype.

Endeavor plans The Lucille, a 22‑story, 265‑unit tower at 2700 McKinney Ave with retail and rooftop amenities; construction is slated for this summer.

A Flood Watch runs through Thursday as slow-moving storms could dump several inches across Austin. Expect street flooding and delay outdoor plans.

Austin Energy raised its residential solar rebate to $4,000 for systems above 3 kW. Here’s who qualifies, how to apply and what changed after federal credits ended.

NWS issued a flash flood warning for Kerrville, Ingram and Vanderpool; residents were urged to move to higher ground and avoid flooded roads. Local maps and radar show active warning polygons.

Sucré Café and Go opened May 2 on State Highway 123, offering handcrafted coffees and TikTok-viral fruit-look pastries from local baker Vanessa Martinez.

Deliberate damage to Optimum’s fiber left about a third of its customers in Georgetown and nearby towns without internet. Crews worked overnight and a police report was filed.

The Austin Symphony's 2026–27 season doubles as a farewell for Peter Bay, featuring Yo‑Yo Ma, Joshua Bell and a staged Bernstein one‑act.

Holiday Hootenanny returns to Radio/East for a two-day weekend headlined by Thundercat and Magdalena Bay; tickets and the initial lineup are out now.