The Austin Police Department in Austin, Texas, will update its policy governing cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), with leadership reviewing and revising guidelines on when and how officers coordinate with federal immigration agents, share information, and document interactions, before issuing new directives to all sworn personnel.
Bartlett Independent School District in Bartlett, Texas, announced the closure of all campuses for the remainder of the week following an increase in flu and illness cases among students and staff. District officials said they will use the closure to conduct deep cleaning and disinfection of facilities and will suspend classes and on-campus activities during this period. Administrators notified families through official channels and advised parents to monitor children for symptoms and follow public health guidance. The district plans to coordinate with local health authorities and review illness and attendance data before confirming the resumption of normal school operations.
Texas officials reported that almost 800 patients remained in Texas state psychiatric hospitals for more than a year, representing about 40% of the state hospital population and affecting access to inpatient mental and behavioral health services.
Hays County residents are calling for more transparency from the PAWS Shelter of Central Texas after the nonprofit nearly closed last fall due to financial troubles.
PopStroke, the mini-golf chain partially owned by Tiger Woods, plans to open a second Austin-area location in Cedar Park in April 2026, according to filings with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
As the new year begins, the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) unveiled proposed rules aimed at tightening oversight of the state’s hemp industry, covering production, retail sales, and consumable hemp products.
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Texas — Williamson County has been awarded over $20 million in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe…
The Austin Police Department (APD) announced the death of one of its longtime K-9 officers, marking a significant loss for the department.
The City of Austin will cut $5.2 million from social services contracts after voters overwhelmingly rejected Proposition Q in the November election, forcing budget adjustments. City officials notified affected providers, revised contract amounts, and coordinated changes to program scopes and service levels. The cuts apply within the current fiscal year and reflect the revenue gap created by the failed ballot measure. Austin’s finance department and city leadership reviewed updated projections and directed reductions to keep the budget balanced while continuing to monitor future funding conditions.
New Braunfels police in Texas are searching for a male suspect in a December 21 shooting and warn the public that he is armed and dangerous. Authorities urge residents not to approach the suspect and to call 911 with any information. The New Braunfels Police Department continues to investigate the incident, gather evidence, and increase patrols while withholding the suspect’s name pending further developments. This straight news report covers what happened, when and where it occurred, who is involved, why police issued the warning, and how residents should respond.