Texas DPS installs license plate readers in Austin

Texas DPS has installed automated license plate readers (ALPRs) within several state rights-of-way in Austin.

British woman killed in Texas after argument with father over Trump, UK investigators say

A British coroner has ruled the 2025 shooting death of 23-year-old Lucy Harrison in Prosper, Texas, an "unlawful killing," contradicting her father's claims that the weapon discharged accidentally.

Person killed in auto-pedestrian crash along I-35 identified

The Austin Police Department has identified the person who was killed in an auto-pedestrian crash along I-35.

Gov. Abbott targets 'out-of-control' property taxes with new five-point tax relief plan

Governor Abbott is proposing a sweeping overhaul of the Texas property tax system that would cap annual appraisal growth at 3% and create a constitutional pathway for voters to eliminate school district taxes for homeowners.

UT Austin to eliminate nearly two dozen positions

Nearly two dozen positions are being eliminated at UT Austin, resulting in layoffs. But as the provost puts it, these resources will be “repurposed."

Barton Springs Pool closing for upgrades
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The Barton Springs Pool is set to temporarily close later this month for maintenance.

Texas board takes emergency action over 'fraudulent' crypto mining investments

The board says the entities, all founded by one man, were fraudulently promising profits for investing in a multi-level marketing-style mining operation.

H-E-B partners with Wienerschnitzel to launch frozen corn dogs in 250 Texas stores

H-E-B has become the exclusive Texas retailer for Wienerschnitzel’s frozen corn dogs, marking the iconic fast-food chain’s first-ever move into grocery stores across 250 locations.

Texas sues Snapchat alleging addictive design and child safety violations

Texas has filed a lawsuit against Snap, Inc., alleging the company misleads parents about Snapchat’s safety while using "addictive" design features and mature content that put children at risk.

New safety improvements coming to N. Lamar Blvd. after death of Muslim religious leader

New pedestrian safety improvements are coming to North Lamar Boulevard near Braker Lane. This comes after a Muslim religious leader was killed in the area last year.

Two toddlers pronounced dead following drowning at Katy home

Two toddlers have died after they were flown to a hospital when a family member found them drowning at their Katy home on Wednesday, according to Harris County authorities.