BEA-based data and a Houston Chronicle analysis show Austin residents had about $9,000 more purchasing power than Houston residents in 2024, driven by higher average incomes. Housing still costs more in Austin, but paychecks there stretch farther overall.

A person died Saturday night after a severe flash flood at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Heavy rain sent Leon Creek surging and emergency crews found a trapped vehicle on Hall Street.

Multiple shots were fired during a dispute at South Park Mall; two people were detained and no injuries were reported. Police recovered firearms and investigators are reviewing video.

San Antonio police are seeking a man accused of threatening a Target loss-prevention worker with a knife after an attempted theft at the Alamo Ranch store. Authorities want tips via Crime Stoppers.

DP World has opened exclusive talks to build a container terminal at the Port of Corpus Christi, a move that could add container capacity and jobs to South Texas.

A 135,000+ square-foot Home Depot is nearing completion at Schertz Station. State filings show a $13M build and Home Depot expects an early‑2027 opening.

A new River North cocktail bar pairs a low-lit downstairs menu with a reservation-only 40-seat loft that opens at 10pm and prioritizes slow sipping.

Farmers and neighbors from Lockhart to rural counties are organizing against a flood of AI data‑center projects, citing water, noise and grid worries. The fights are reshaping local politics and county meetings.

A multi-county pursuit ended in Frio County after a dually truck allegedly rammed patrol vehicles; deputies used tire-deflation devices and gunfire to stop the truck. No injuries were reported.

WalletHub's national ranking places McAllen‑Edinburg‑Mission (149th) and Brownsville‑Harlingen (148th) near the bottom of 150 U.S. metros, even as the region hosts multiple colleges.

A dispute at the Altitude Apartments pool on San Antonio's Northwest Side ended in gunfire Sunday night, leaving a man in critical condition while the suspect fled. Police are investigating.

Heavy showers and thunderstorms may drench San Antonio Monday night through Thursday, raising flash‑flood concerns. Expect soggy commutes and check local alerts.

A woman was killed Saturday night after being struck while crossing South Zarzamora Street on San Antonio's South Side. Police say the driver remained and cooperated.