Texas House advances bill to protect abuse victims from NDAs

Texas lawmakers unanimously voted to ban the use of non-disclosure agreements, or NDAs, to silence sexual abuse victims.

Ken Paxton eyes John Cornyn's Senate seat. Here's what the polls show

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton officially announced his bid for US Senate on Tuesday, bringing a Republican primary challenge to incumbent John Cornyn.

REAL ID deadline approaches. Here's what you need to know

State-issued driver's licenses and ID cards must fully comply with the REAL ID Act for all official federal government purposes.

Austin City Council forecasts rising budget deficits

In a work session on Tuesday, Austin City Council received a five-year financial forecast for the city's budget.

Austin City Council to decide whether city can fund I-35 cap and stitch project

Austin City Council will decide whether to fund caps and stitches over I-35, which are essentially deck plazas, that would connect east and west Austin.

Ken Paxton announces run for US Senate

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced that he is challenging John Cornyn for his US Senate seat in 2026.

Liberty Hill property owner latest victim in seller impersonation fraud

If you own or are looking to buy land in Central Texas, scammers may be targeting you. More and more often, crooks are impersonating property owners, and trying to sell their land as if it's their own.

Texas bill for hospital safety barriers clears critical vote

A deadly crash into an Austin hospital in 2024 brought about action at the Texas Capitol. Legislation was passed requiring the installation of safety barriers at the entrances to most hospitals in Texas.

Man dead after downtown Austin shooting; teenage suspect in custody

A man was killed in a shooting in downtown Austin and police are investigating his death as the city's 13th homicide. A teenage suspect is in custody.

Mexican national convicted of killing his child to be deported again

A Mexican national who was previously convicted of killing his child in Montana and sentenced to 40 years, will be deported to Mexico again, according to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials.

Florida defeats Houston 65-63 to win NCAA championship

The Florida Gators are national champions, defeating the Houston Cougars in San Antonio on Monday night.

Hearing held on legislation of Texas hemp industry

There was a hearing on legislation regarding the Texas hemp industry. A House bill scales back sales with new regulations, while a plan from the Senate is essentially a ban on all products with THC.

Canyon Lake in Comal County at historically low levels

Canyon Lake in Comal County is at historically low levels, despite recent rainfall in Central Texas.