Austin and Houston Residents Confront TxDOT's Bold Highway Expansion Projects Amid Public Concerns
TxDOT proposes major roadwork in Austin and Houston, sparking public debate over potential residence displacements and environmental impacts. Public meetings and submission periods are open for feedback.
Hays County Residents Under Boil Water Advisory After Mechanical Failure at Water Plant
A boil water notice was issued in Hays County, TX, due to mechanical failure at a water plant, affecting local residents who must boil water before use. The error was clarified regarding the water provider, and Dripping Springs ISD closed schools.
Austin Braces for Subzero Chill as Restaurants Support Unhoused Amid Severe Weather Conditions
Austin, Texas, is experiencing severe cold with wind chills as low as -10°F. Authorities issued warnings and advisories, and local restaurants aid the unhoused. Temperatures are expected to rise above freezing by Wednesday.
Central Texas Schools Monitor Arctic Blast, Potential Closures Loom After MLK Day
Central Texas braces for arctic conditions, prompting local schools to consider closures or delays post-Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Districts are monitoring the weather and will communicate any changes for safety reasons.












