1. There are two new Austin City Council members. Newcomers District 6's Jimmy Flannigan and District 10's Alison Alter along with three incumbents were sworn in Friday.

2. The state’s 85th Legislature convenes Tuesday, Jan. 10 at the Capitol in Austin. Legislators will make key decisions about the state’s budget and new legislation about topics ranging from gun use to education. Here's a list of things to know before legislators convene.

3. New A-F ratings for individual schools have been released by the Texas Education Agency for all school districts, including Austin ISD, but the Texas Association of School Boards executive director said the new ratings system is flawed.

4. The Texas Tribune kicks off the 85th legislative session with a conversation with Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Wednesday. The event begins at 8 a.m. at The Austin Club, 110 E. Ninth St., Austin, and is moderated by Texas Tribune CEO Evan Smith and other journalists.

5. Fast-casual Korean barbecue restaurant Chi’Lantro officially opens its fifth area location today in the South Shore District at 1414 Shore District Drive, Ste. 102, Austin. The restaurant features dishes such as french fries with homemade caramelized kimchi and Korean barbecue topped with cilantro, onions, sesame seeds and Chi’Lantro’s Magic Sauce.