Employer demand is only part of the picture.

The Longhorns took down the Gauchos 6-4 in the Regional Final to go 3-0 on the weekend. https://www.kxan.com/sports/texas-baseball-moves-onto-super-regionals-with-win-over-ucsb/ 

The name "wrench attacks" was popularized by an online comic that mocked how easily high-tech security can be undone by hitting someone with a wrench until they give up passwords.

Georgetown city leaders signed a term sheet with Recharge Water LP that would provide up to 34,800 acre-feet of groundwater per year. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/georgetown/georgetown-poised-to-expand-water-supply-as-city-plans-for-long-term-growth/ 

Body camera shows a deputy walking up to the driver, saying he saw her manipulating her phone with her right hand. She then raised her right arm and revealed that she was missing her right hand.

Texas ranked second overall on the list of states with the most dog bites and incidents.

The donated pet beds were given a second life through Amazon Re:Turn, which repurposes textiles from customer returns that could not be resold or donated.

The average temperature for the month was 75 degrees, which is 1.9 degrees below the normal of 76.9 degrees.

Weather was not believed to be a factor in the crash.

The incubation period for Ebola ranges from a few days to a few weeks.

The sentence was related to a March 2026 investigation by Austin Police after patients came forward accusing the man of sexual assault.https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-physical-therapist-sentenced-for-indecent-assault/

The move is part of a broader effort by insurance companies to respond to a growing backlash over prior authorization requirements.

The threat was in response to protests outside an immigrant detention center in N.J., where demonstrators claimed conditions were inhumane.

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The delivery driver's face is blurred because he hasn't been charged with a crime. In fact, it's not yet certain that there is a crime.

Records show the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission was sent to the park.

Hoover’s Cooking will close May 31 as owner Hoover Alexander retires after more than 50 years, with a community celebration planned in June to honor his legacy. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/hoovers-cooking-to-close-after-decades-as-owner-retires/ 

Austin protestors gathered at the Capitol to oppose Senate Bill 4 and Gov. Abbott's immigration policies. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/protesters-rally-at-texas-capitol-against-sb-4-after-federal-court-ruling/ 

Festival season is heating up alongside summer, but you may not have to go very far to participate, because there are 27 festivals at the Bullock Museum right now. https://www.kxan.com/news/texas/having-festival-fomo-this-bullock-museum-exhibition-takes-you-to-27-fests-across-texas/ 

Austin council members are urging the city to prioritize social service funding and limit a proposed $16.8M reduction. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-council-members-push-back-on-proposed-social-services-cuts-in-budget/ 

Austin Police are investigating after officers responded to a call involving a dead person in south Austin on Saturday. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/investigation-underway-after-dead-person-found-in-south-austin/ 

The seizure was part of an ongoing investigation involving multiple federal agencies.

May marks allergy awareness month, with several allergens reaching seasonal highs, including oak, elm, and pecan. https://www.kxan.com/news/simplehealth/austin-doctor-explains-seasonal-allergy-symptoms-how-to-get-relief/ 

The man was charged with four counts of assault and one count of falsely reporting a crime for allegedly shooting a migrant and later lying about the details of the incident.

Video taken by a passerby appears to show fire crews using a lift with an aerial platform to retrieve the students.

The official cause of the fire remains under investigation.

The two candidates have ramped up political advertisements targeting one another’s character and campaigns in the aftermath of the GOP runoff.

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KXAN received awards in the Digital, Excellence in Diversity, Excellence in Innovation, Podcast and Overall Excellence categories. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/kxan-wins-5-regional-edward-r-murrow-awards-tying-for-most-in-texas/ 

Before tragedy struck, Harambe lived at Gladys Porter Zoo in Brownsville for 15 years. https://www.kxan.com/news/texas/10-years-since-harambes-death-gorillas-memory-lives-on-at-texas-zoo/

Rising hotel bookings and increasing room rates across the U.S. point to a strong travel market and resilient economy, a travel industry executive says.

All lanes of RM-2769 at Bullick Hollow Road are closed due to a crash, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. https://www.kxan.com/traffic/crash-closes-all-lanes-of-rm-2769-at-bullick-hollow-road/ 

The City of Austin is considering replacing the historic Barton Springs Road Bridge, citing concerns about the structure's condition and long-term safety. https://www.kxan.com/news/barton-springs-bridge-named-one-of-preservation-texas-most-endangered-places-for-2026/ 

A section of Rocky Road in Caldwell County is closed between two addresses after a culvert collapse. https://www.kxan.com/traffic/rocky-road-closed-in-caldwell-county-after-culvert-collapse/ 

Out of the 60 shootings involving Austin police officers from 2018-2025, 60% have been deadly, according to a new public data dashboard. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/60-police-shootings-have-happened-in-austin-since-2018-new-dashboard-provides-details/ 

In the next few years South Congress Avenue could look much different as plans to add a light rail system continue on. https://www.kxan.com/news/south-congress-businesses-worried-about-light-rail-impacts/ 

U.S. Congressman Greg Casar has proposed a tax on AI tokens to fund a New Deal-era style job program and combat potential mass unemployment due to AI. https://www.kxan.com/news/texas-politics/greg-casar-calls-to-tax-ai-companies-to-fund-jobs-program-ai-is-coming-for-your-job/ 

A city memo outlines safety, accessibility and reporting requirements the Austin Archery Club must meet to continue operating on parkland. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-outlines-requirements-for-archery-club-to-continue-operations/ 

“All my suppliers mail my statements to my P.O. box. All of my customers mail their payments to my P.O. box," local hardware store owner Jim Bundick said. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/hill-country/blanco-business-owner-frustrated-with-post-office-closure-postal-service-really-dropped-the-ball/ 

The Sport Clips Family YMCA is expected to open in late 2027. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/georgetown/georgetown-celebrates-groundbreaking-of-new-ymca-location/ 

The city said folks should stay away from the disc golf course area until further notice due to “aggressive bee activity.” https://www.kxan.com/news/local/caldwell-county/bee-ware-lockhart-urges-residents-to-avoid-city-park-due-to-aggressive-bees/ 

If you’re an owner of an e-bike or an e-moto, you’ll soon have new regulations to follow on Austin roadways. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-city-council-approves-regulation-of-e-bikes-e-motos/ 

An evening event honoring Malin is scheduled for June 24 at Pease Park. Organizers said attendees are invited to bring artwork, photos and other tributes to display. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/pease-park-conservancy-plans-tribute-after-beloved-troll-was-destroyed-by-fire/ 

City leaders are rolling out a new plan they say will change how Austin tackles flooding for the next decade.

INSIDE THE INVESTIGATION: Austin ISD left vulnerable for state takeover after 1882 benefit application denied. https://www.kxan.com/investigations/austin-isd-left-vulnerable-for-state-takeover-after-1882-benefit-application-denied/

ICYMI: The William Cannon Drive bridge over I-35 will close for two consecutive weekends beginning at 10:00 tonight.

From opening windows before a tornado to the belief that large cities are immune, many tornado myths have circulated for generations. https://www.kxan.com/news/texas/these-common-tornado-myths-could-put-texans-in-danger-expert-warns/ 

Almost a year after devastating flash floods, KXAN has received several audio recordings of the 911 calls made in Travis County during that catastrophic event. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/travis-county/their-only-lifeline-travis-county-releases-recordings-of-some-911-calls-from-july-flood/ 

Blue Origin said its New Glenn rocket exploded during an engine-firing test being conducted ahead of a satellite launch planned for next week. https://www.kxan.com/top-stories/watch-blue-origin-rocket-explodes-on-florida-launch-pad-during-test/ 

The school district released the video, showing an out-of-control silver sedan spinning and hitting a 14-year-old on March 31, sending her flying down the street. https://www.kxan.com/top-stories/watch-driver-hits-child-attempting-to-board-school-bus-in-florida/