Speaker Dustin Burrows orders Texas House probe into ‘indefensible’ Roblox content

Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows has ordered a legislative investigation into online gaming platforms like Roblox to address concerns over child safety and the proliferation of violent content, specifically citing a game that simulated the 2022 Uvalde school shooting.

Parts of Oak Hill Parkway Project begin to open

It is a major milestone in the reconstruction of the Hwy 290/71 interchange. It is known as the “Y at Oak Hill” and traffic is now flowing on the new east and west main lanes.

Construction caused damage to some Pflugerville homes
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Residents in one neighborhood are upset because they say the city's contractors caused damage to their homes while doing construction.

Texas lawsuit targets ActBlue over claims of foreign influence and 'dark money' donations

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against ActBlue on Monday, alleging the prominent Democratic fundraising platform deceived the public about safeguards intended to prevent fraudulent and foreign campaign contributions.

Athena the owl: 2nd owlet discovered to be alive

It was initially believed that both of Athena the owl's owlets at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center had died but officials reported some hopeful news.

Austin police seek suspect in serial copper thefts; $1,000 reward offered

Austin police are seeking a suspect and offering a $1,000 reward following the latest of eight copper thefts at an East Austin construction site.

Texas DPS expands law enforcement fleet with eight new K-9 teams

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) expanded its law enforcement capabilities Friday, graduating eight new K-9 teams and two certified trainers to be deployed across the state.

Georgetown Palace Theatre set to re-open after community raises over $400,000

For over a century, the Palace Theatre has stood as a cornerstone of Georgetown Plaza, and its special place in the city’s identity has been fully evident as the community has raised $400,000 to help the venue recover after severe flood damage.

Record stores gear up for Record Store Day 2026

Record Store Day is a day to celebrate all things vinyl and many stores will have exclusive releases and special edition albums for music lovers and collectors.

Leander Police searching for missing teen girl

The Leander Police Department is asking for the public's help locating a missing 16-year-old girl missing since Monday.

Central Texas business owners looking for answers after closure of Painted Tree boutiques

Painted Tree Boutiques has suddenly shut down operations nationwide. The abrupt closure is leaving many local vendors searching for answers and a new place to go next.

City of Austin employees to have money deducted from paychecks after $1.4M payroll error

The City of Austin has sent terms and conditions to employees that some say they do not feel comfortable agreeing to. This follows last month’s nearly $1.4 million payroll error in which the city accidentally overpaid government employees.

First Texas BJ's Wholesale Club location offers $2 gas for members

The first Texas location of BJ's Wholesale Club is on its way — and they say it's coming with a $2 price tag on gas for a members-only grand opening. 

2 dead after Fort Worth crash with 10 buckets of liquid meth in van

Two people are dead after a Thursday crash in Fort Worth. Police say they found nearly 500 pounds of suspected liquid methamphetamine in the vehicle after the crash.