Musk launches Tesla AI robotaxi in Austin with flat fees under $5

Elon Musk's Tesla enters the self-driving taxi game, an industry with big names like Waymo and Zoox in the U.S. Here's what you need to know.

Abbott vetoes Texas THC ban: Here's how Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, others reacted

Texas Governor Greg Abbott's last-minute veto of a controversial THC ban triggered an immediate reaction from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and the state's booming hemp industry.

What does veto mean?

The veto power is the constitutional power of the governor to reject a bill approved by the Texas Legislature, preventing it from becoming law. Veto means “I forbid" in Latin.

Mexican national acting as a river guide sentenced in fatal smuggling case

A 23-year-old Mexican national who admitted to acting as a river guide in a fatal smuggling attempt has been sentenced to 30 months in federal prison.

Former employee accused of threatening Texas summer camp

A former employee of Camp Cho-Yeh in Livingston is behind bars, accused of threatening the popular Christian summer camp.

Six massage parlors across Texas shut down in human trafficking investigation

Investigations found evidence of sexual services being advertised, unlicensed individuals working, and employees living on-site at these businesses.

Austin Police identify victim in Saturday fatal crash

Austin Police are investigating a crash that killed 27-year-old Eddy Pena Delarosa early Saturday morning.

Watch: Road buckles amid heatwave, sending car airborne

Video shows the moment a major road in Missouri buckled under the extreme heat, sending a car airborne.

Austin Police identify 72-year-old pedestrian killed on Hancock Dr.

Investigators with the Austin Police Department have identified a pedestrian who was killed after being hit by a vehicle early Friday morning.

Gov. Abbott signs bill to create 'Texas Time,' but Congress needs to act

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed a bill that would put the state on daylight saving time permanently, but United States Congress passes a law for it to take effect.

Major US cities on high alert following airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities

Authorities in some of the top cities in the U.S. are working with federal officials to enhance security at sensitive locations, including implementing patrols and cyber monitoring after the U.S. strikes on Iran.

State Department issues worldwide caution for US travelers following Trump's Iran strikes

State Department officials issued worldwide caution for American travelers amid the Israel-Iran conflict, warning of potential demonstrations and travel disruptions across the Middle East.

Texas THC ban: Gov. Abbott vetoes SB 3, places it on special session agenda

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has officially vetoed Senate Bill 3 and instead has placed it on the agenda for a special session to start next month. SB 3 is one of multiple initial agenda items.

Non-residents to pay for parking on San Marcos River
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Starting July 1, visitors to the San Marcos River who are not residents of the city will be required to pay for parking at City Park, with fees ranging from $5 to $25, while residents can park for free after online registration.

Abortion, religion in schools and THC - Hundreds of new Texas laws explained

Governor Greg Abbott signed over 600 bills into law this session, enacting significant legislative changes across education (including religion and cell phone use in schools), abortion access, foreign land ownership, border security, and various crime and law enforcement measures, with one notable bill regarding a THC ban still awaiting his decision.

San Marcos River: Non-residents to pay for parking starting July 1

Starting July 1, visitors to the San Marcos River who are not residents of the city will be required to pay for parking at City Park, with fees ranging from $5 to $25, while residents can park for free after online registration.