SUMMARY: President Donald Trump plans to address Congress on Tuesday, highlighting his achievements and promoting the “renewal of the American dream.” This comes amid a divided nation, with some Americans anxious about his leadership while others support him. Trump’s proposed policies aim to reshape federal government size and international relations, including freezing military aid to Ukraine and increasing tariffs on imports to address drug trafficking. Democrats are responding by inviting guests negatively affected by Trump’s decisions. Protests are anticipated across the nation, reflecting widespread dissent against his administration. The speech contrasts sharply with his prior State of the Union Address.

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SUMMARY: Austin Police Department Chief Lisa Davis reported positive effects from a pilot program reopening Sixth Street to vehicular traffic, which ran from mid-January to early February. The initiative aimed to alleviate unruly late-night crowds by allowing cars on the street, previously designated for pedestrians on weekends. Preliminary data indicated an 11% drop in arrests and a 50% reduction in use-of-force incidents on Sixth Street compared to the previous year, with significant decreases in crimes against persons. Factors contributing to these improvements included increased officer visibility and targeted traffic enforcement. APD plans to continue monitoring the program’s impact.

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SUMMARY: Happy Tuesday! A strong cold front is currently causing heavy rain and strong winds across the area, leading to power outages in some regions. While severe storms have weakened, heavy rain is expected to continue in southeastern Harris County and surrounding areas. Clearing skies will follow, and by late morning, conditions will improve. Wind gusts may reach 45 mph in the afternoon, raising concerns for fire danger, particularly in Central and West Texas. A Red Flag Warning is in effect, urging residents to secure outdoor items due to the strong winds. Expect a pleasant afternoon with temperatures in the mid-70s.

Meteorologist Pat Cavlin is tracking severe thunderstorms moving through NE Harris County.

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