Suspect located dead inside home following Jarrell SWAT scene
A SWAT situation in Jarrell resulted in the death of the suspect Saturday morning.At around 9:35 a.m., the Jarrell Police responded to what they described as a...
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Teenager killed in crash involving electric bike in Lago Vista
The Lago Vista Police Department stated Saturday that a 14-year-old male was killed following an e-moto crash that occurred Friday evening.The crash occurred i...
Man arrested in South Austin deadly shooting connected to other crimes
Austin police have caught a man they say is connected to several shootings, including a murder that happened more than a week ago.
Austin Fire Department honors fallen firefighters on 25th anniversary of 9/11
Firefighters in full turnout gear climbed the Pleasant Valley Training Tower's stairwells Friday morning until they covered 1,368 feet, the height of the origin...
Pedestrian dies days after crash on North FM 620 in NW Austin, driver charged with DWI
A pedestrian has died five days after he was struck by a vehicle on North FM 620 Road in Austin, police said Thursday.
AMBER ALERT | 17-year-old Darian Rangel last seen on Monday
Texas DPS issued an AMBER Alert for missing 17-year-old Darian Rangel, last seen Sept. 7 near Marbach Rd and Military Dr W in San Antonio. He wore a red Bass Pro hat and carried a cross-body Coach bag....
Buda police seek 5 suspects after woman assaulted during apartment robbery
Buda police are asking for the public's help finding five people accused of taking part in an aggravated robbery at an apartment last month that left a woman in...
Jarrell recycling plant fire burns about 85 acres, injures one person
Jarrell recycling plant fire contained, evacuation orders canceledJARRELL, Texas — A fire at a recycling plant in Jarrell that prompted evacuations and spread t...
Man charged with murder in fentanyl-related death in South Austin
A man was arrested and charged with murder in connection to a fentanyl-related death in South Austin.
MAP: Where have Austin's fatal crashes occurred in 2026?
KXAN is keeping track of the number of traffic fatalities in the City of Austin in 2026. An interactive map shows where those crashes have occurred.
9-year-old girl dies after crash involving Cybertruck on I-35 service road
Police have identified a 9-year-old girl killed in a two-vehicle crash on the I-35 service road in Southeast Austin as Lilliana Segura.The crash happened around...
Two charged with animal cruelty after dog found dead in Mustang Ridge backyard
A Mustang Ridge man and woman turned themselves in after a dead dog was found in their backyard two months ago, police said.Officers were dispatched to the 10,0...
Man arrested again after alleged window peeping in Austin's West Campus
A man previously arrested for allegedly peeping into windows in Austin's West Campus was arrested Tuesday night again for similar conduct, according to the Univ...
UT Makes Major Investment in Campus Police Officers
The University of Texas at Austin has made a significant financial investment in its police department that will boost salaries to be among the most competitive in the region. The post UT Makes Major Investment in Campus Police Officers appeared first on UT News ....
San Marcos Police Department promotes Duwayne Poorboy to Assistant Chief
The San Marcos Police Department has promoted Commander Duwayne Poorboy to assistant chief of police, the department said Wednesday.Poorboy succeeds Assistant C...
Two of Texas' 10 Most Wanted Sex Offenders captured in south Texas and near Fort Worth
Two of Texas' most wanted sex offenders are in DPS custody following their arrests last week.Law enforcement officials arrested 40-year-old Elliott Thomas Reed...
Pickup driver seriously injured in crash with construction vehicle near Tesla Gigafactory
A driver was extricated and flown to a hospital Wednesday morning after a pickup truck collided with a large construction vehicle near Tesla Road and FM 973, Au...
San Antonio police end search after finding missing man with intellectual disability
UPDATE 7:53 A.M.: Police say they have found Lopez.ORIGINAL STORY:Police in San Antonio are looking for a missing 23-year-old man with an intellectual disabilit...
Second former Manor ISD employee arrested on injury to a child charge
Manor ISD confirmed Tuesday that a second former employee at Presidential Meadows Elementary has been arrested on a charge of injury to a child, in a case the d...
Kurk Fire grows to 1,000 acres in San Saba County, 30% contained
Crews are battling a large wildfire in San Saba County that has grown to an estimated 1,500 acres on Tuesday, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service....
Man dead, woman critically injured after boat collision on Lake Buchanan
A man is dead and a woman is critically injured after a boat crash on Lake Buchanan Monday night, according to Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.Texas Game Wa...
Suspect arrested in Williamson County homicide, believed to be random attack
A suspect is in custody in connection with a homicide in the Chandler Creek subdivision, the Williamson County Sheriff's Office announced.Deputies responded to...
15 years ago, the Labor Day wildfires upended and rewrote thousands of lives
Fifteen years after the 2011 Labor Day wildfires devastated Bastrop and communities across Central Texas, the Texas Standard revisits the firsthand stories of the people whose homes, livelihoods and lives were forever changed....
Man arrested, accused of leaving Gov. Abbott threatening voicemails
A man has been arrested on a charge of making a terroristic threat after authorities said he left two voicemails at the Office of the Governor last month, threa...
Former Manor ISD teacher arrested, accused of pinning child against wall
A former elementary school teacher in the Manor Independent School District has been arrested on a charge of injury to a child following an incident in which h...
Personal watercrafts banned on Lake Austin for Labor Day weekend
The Austin Police Department (APD) Lake Patrol Unit will be enforcing the City Ordnance that prohibits the use and operation of personal watercraft, wet bikes, motorized surfboards, and similar devices on Lake Austin....
Kyle man sentenced to 40 years in prison for murder he committed as a teenager
A man was sentenced to 40 years in prison for a 2020 murder he committed when he was 15 years old.In the early morning hours of Saturday, Dec. 19, Kyle police r...
Man sentenced to 50 years in prison for 2023 shooting of off-duty officer in San Marcos
A 25-year-old will spend the next 50 years in prison for the 2023 shooting of a police officer in San Marcos.The incident occurred just after midnight on Aug. 2...
Austin Police to enforce personal watercraft ban during Labor Day weekend
Beginning at sunset Friday, no watercraft will be allowed on Lake Austin. The city’s annual ordinance will lift at sunrise Tuesday.
Manor Police Department ends relationship with Flock Safety over community trust
The Manor Police Department announced Thursday that it is ending its relationship with Flock Safety, becoming the latest Central Texas law enforcement agency to...
Elgin Police Department pauses use of FLOCK Safety cameras
Elgin police on Thursday announced they would be pausing their use of FLOCK Safety cameras, the latest central Texas city to do so.Elgin Chief of Police Chris N...
East Texas faces flooding as Ross Fire burns 90,000 acres
Texas was grappling with two major disasters at the same time Wednesday morning: widespread flooding in East Texas after former Tropical Storm Edouard and a mas...
Texas A&M Forest Service: Ross Fire was human-caused
The Ross Fire in Palo Pinto County was human-caused, according to Texas A&M Forest Service investigators.
Man charged in 2015 Kyle double murder arrested in Tennessee
A man charged years ago in connection with a 2015 double homicide in Kyle has now been arrested in Tennessee and is awaiting extradition to Texas, police announ...
25-year-old DNA samples lead to 15-year sentence in two Austin cold cases
Austin Police announced that a man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison afterlinking his DNA to two sexual assault cases that used to run cold.Police credit...
Round Rock police investigate death at Old Settlers Park; no foul play suspected
Round Rock police are investigating after a person was found dead at Old Settlers Park Monday evening.
Woman arrested following investigation into mail theft, ID theft and fraud in Austin
A woman was arrested following an investigation into suspected mail theft, identity theft, and fraud in the Austin area.
Police arrest woman in mail theft investigation involving hundreds of stolen bank cards
A 42-year-old woman has been arrested following an investigation that uncovered thousands of pieces of stolen mail, including hundreds of suspected stolen bank...
NE Austin deadly shooting: Shooter arrested, charged with murder
A man was arrested and charged with murder after a deadly shooting in Northeast Austin.
Georgetown High School secure hold lifted after police determine threat was "not credible"
The secure hold at Georgetown High School has been lifted after authorities determined a reported threat was not credible, police said.The Georgetown Police Dep...
Murder suspect told Austin Police detective that victim had 'bad vibes,' affidavit says
The affidavit notes that the suspect allegedly said he "believed the man wanted him dead" and that he "suffers from schizophrenia and paranoia, but he said he was responsible for what he did."...
Abbott, state agencies track Tropical Storm Edouard as it heads towards Texas coast
Texas emergency officials are preparing for Tropical Storm Edouard as it moves toward the Texas coast, with the greatest threats expected in Southeast Texas and...
Bastrop man allegedly stole two vehicles, including one with baby inside, before arrest
A Bastrop man is in custody after police say he stole a vehicle with a 5-month-old child inside during a string of crimes across Kyle and Buda on Monday, accord...
Georgetown police identify man fatally shot by officer in town square
Georgetown police on Monday identified the man fatally shot by officers over the weekend near the town square as 37-year-old Timothy Visa Xayyaraj.The Georgetow...
Questions remain after Georgetown Police fatally shoot man over weekend in town square
As of Monday morning, Georgetown police have not released bodycam footage, or announced the status of officers after an officer shot and killed a man near the t...
Man found dead after vehicle crashes into fence in Austin, police seek suspect
Austin police are investigating the city's 39th homicide of 2026 after a man suffering from fatal trauma was found dead inside a crashed vehicle on Sunday afternoon, with officers now searching for a young suspect seen fleeing the scene....
One person dead in East Austin homicide, suspect not located
The Austin Police Department is investigating a homicide in Southeast Austin Sunday afternoon.The department stated at around 4:10 p.m. that the incident took...
One dead in homicide in southeast Austin, suspect at large, police say
One person is dead after a homicide in southeast Austin near Burton Drive and Woodland Avenue, according to Austin Police.
No injuries after plane makes emergency landing in San Marcos
No one was injured after a plane made an emergency landing in San Marcos Sunday afternoon.The incident was reported at around 1:45 p.m., stating that the emerg...
Man dies after Georgetown police shooting following erratic behavior in town square
A man is dead after Georgetown police shot him in the Georgetown Square area after officers said he reached for an officer’s holstered gun.The incident happened...
One dead, suspect in custody following Northeast Austin shooting
The Austin Police Department is investigating a homicide Saturday evening.The department stated that the incident occurred
1 dead, 1 in custody in northeast Austin homicide, police say
Authorities are investigating a homicide Saturday in northeast Austin
Two people killed, another injured in Manor collision
The Manor Police Department is on scene investigating after a fatal collision Saturday afternoon.Officials stated just after 4 p.m. that the crash had taken pl...
Police following leads after shots fired at Leander assisted living facility
No one was injured following a shooting at an assisted living facility in Leander early Saturday, and as of Monday, Aug. 31, Leander police are following severa...
Arizona man arrested in 1981 Texas cold case murder after forensic testing
An Arizona man is awaiting extradition to Texas to face a capital murder charge in connection with the sexual assault and killing of a 23-year-old woman more th...
Suspect in custody after Austin SWAT, Marble Falls police respond to incident
Austin and Marble Falls Police were working an “active incident” Friday, according to the agencies.
Austin Police search for suspect after person on e-bike hit by car
Austin Police said detectives were searching for the suspect in a hit-and-run collision involving a person on an E-bike.
Petition to ban jet skis on Lake Austin gains momentum
The petition was started after an incident on Lake Austin, Christy Spencer said. She was out on the lake when a jet ski crashed into her kids.
City council presents former Austin fire chief with distinguished service award, approves interim fire chief
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson and city council members opened Thursday's regular city council meeting by celebrating the retirement of the Austin Fire Department chief and welcoming the department's new leader....
Ross Fire rages on; key questions remain as crews fight flames
Flames continued tearing through North Texas, leaving devastation behind as the Ross Fire in Palo Pinto County held at about 80,000 acres and remained just 12 p...
Attorneys, safety advocates discuss e-scooter safety after fatal crash
An e-scooter driver riding northbound on MoPac Expressway was struck and killed by multiple vehicles, Austin-Travis County EMS confirmed to CBS Austin....
APD identifies woman killed in motorcycle crash over the weekend
Austin police have identified a woman killed in a crash involving a motorcycle and a car in northwest Austin over the weekend.Just after 10 p.m. on Sunday, APD...
North Texas Ross Fire grows to 80,000 acres, 12% contained; evacuations underway
A fast-moving wildfire burning west of Fort Worth has exploded in size, forcing evacuations in parts of North Texas and destroying structures as crews race to c...
Federal prosecutors take aim at violent offenders across Austin area
Federal prosecutors have announced they’re pursuing around 40 cases for gun-related crimes in the Austin area. They say it’s the latest initiative to keep violent criminals behind bars and off the streets of Central Texas....
U.S. attorney touts violent crime crackdown strategy in Austin
Federal prosecutors in Texas are rolling out a new strategy aimed at cutting down violent crime in Austin by increasing the number of cases brought in federal c...
Federal crackdown on violent crimes in greater Austin area
Federal prosecutors filed about 40 federal cases involving gun-related crimes in Austin in “recent months.”
Pedestrian killed in crash on SH 71 ramp in southeast Austin
Austin police are investigating after a man was hit and killed by a vehicle on the SH 71 westbound ramp to northbound U.S. 183, marking the city's 52nd traffic fatality of 2026....
Austin Police arrests man suspected of 2021 murder; 4-year delay in cellphone warrant
Charles Wayne Roberts, 67, died at the scene from gunshot wounds
Owner: Austin Country Flea Market may not reopen after fire
A major fire at the Austin Country Flea Market in East Austin forced thousands of people to evacuate Sunday evening, damaged several structures and may keep th...
Austin Country Flea Market fire: Property owner voices concerns as investigation continues
An investigation is underway into the fire at the Austin Country Flea Market that left two people injured over the weekend.
Austin flea market vendors begin recovery after devastating fire; cause still under investigation
For many vendors, the loss goes beyond damaged merchandise and storefronts.
Hutto police arrest six men in multi-agency child exploitation operation
Hutto police arrested six men from communities across central Texas in a multi-agency child exploitation operation over the weekend.The operation focused primar...
Austin weather: 10th triple-digit day in a row; heat alerts in effect
It may be a new day and week, but it's the same weather story with triple digit heat. Extreme Heat Warnings are in place until later tonight with a heat advisory to follow until Wednesday....
Austin Country Flea Mart fire: 2 people treated for minor injuries
An investigation is underway after a massive fire at the Austin Country Flea Mart.
Report: Violent crime has dropped in Austin since 2024, but much slower than other Texas cities
Reported violent crime dropped in Austin in the first half of this year compared to the same time last year, but not as sharply as other major cities across Texas....
Austin Central Library increases security as APD addresses crime concerns
Visitors at Austin’s Central Library may notice more police and security presence as the Austin Police Department works with library officials to address crime....
2 injured in fire at Austin flea market off Hwy 290
AFD said the first alarm sounded off at 5:22 p.m. at 9500 E US 290.
Cedar Park Fire Department responds to vehicle fire
The Cedar Park Fire Department stated Sunday afternoon that they responded quickly to a car fire.The department posted about the incident at around 2:45 p.m. a...
Dog placed in shelter care as Pflugerville police investigate alleged animal abuse
A dog seen in a video that prompted an animal abuse investigation in Pflugerville is now receiving care at the city's animal shelter, police said Friday....
Man caught on camera stealing merchandise from two smoke shops in Leander
Leander police are searching for a suspect who stole merchandise from two different smoke shops.Police say a man was caught on camera taking merchandise from 51...
One dead after pedestrian hit by vehicle in SE Austin Thursday night
One person is dead after a crash involving a pedestrian in southeast Austin on Thursday night.Austin-Travis County EMS says that the crash happened on the ramp...
Casar draws parallels in arrest of 5-year-old Austin boy sent to Dilley detention center
An Austin-area lawmaker is drawing national attention to the arrest and detention of a 5-year-old boy in Austin, saying the child was taken into custody on the...
North Austin shooting suspect compared APD to KKK, only wanted to negotiate with FBI: affidavit
The suspect in a recent officer-involved shooting in North Austin compared APD to the KKK and only wanted to negotiate with the FBI, according to an arrest affidavit....
Austin gang activity trending younger, more violent, police say
"Gangs are definitely not new to Austin," said a detective with APD's gang unit, who we are concealing the identity of because he often works undercover. "But we've seen a movement, especially with our younger generation, to a hybrid gang style."...
Austin Police continue to look for person after SWAT call at north Austin hotel
Austin Police and SWAT were at a Super 8 location in north Austin in response to a person barricaded in one of the rooms.
Missing Austin juveniles and the man connected to search are found safe, police say
Two juveniles who were reported missing in Austin have been safely located along with a man police had been searching for, according to the Austin Police Depart...
Affidavit: Suspect admits assaulting stranger before opening fire on Austin officer
A man accused of opening fire on an Austin police officer in northeast Austin told investigators he had been angry before allegedly assaulting a stranger at gun...
Austin Police no longer searching for missing teens
Austin Police said it was no longer searching for two minors who were reported missing Wednesday.
Man dies following motorcycle crash in east Austin
On Aug. 5, Austin Police officers responded to a single motorcycle crash around 11:15 p.m. in the 3500 block of Ed Bluestein Blvd.
Affidavit: Detainee climbs through bathroom ceiling to escape N Austin hospital
An arrest affidavit obtained by CBS Austin reveals new details about how a man in police custody escaped from a North Austin hospital Monday, including that he...
How a man escaped Austin Police custody through the ceiling
A man in Austin Police custody escaped from St. David’s North Austin Medical Center on Monday by climbing through the ceiling, according to an arrest warrant affidavit obtained by KXAN....
Travis County DA responds to allegations in APD protest case, files motion
On Tuesday, the Travis County District Attorney’s Office issued a statement regarding allegations of violations in the case against an Austin Police officer related to 2020 racial justice protests....
3 injured in overnight house fire in Cedar Park
Three people were injured in an overnight structure fire in a Cedar Park subdivision, according to city officials.The fire broke out in the 3000 block of Paseo...
1 dead, 3 injured in crash involving dump truck near Round Rock
One person is dead, and three others are injured following a crash involving a dump truck and three passenger vehicles near Round Rock Tuesday evening....
Man charged after alleged hatchet attack at Hutto Home Depot
A 41-year-old Austin man has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after police said he attacked a 79-year-old man with a hatchet inside a H...
Baker Fire burns 14 acres in Burnet County, 95% contained
TUESDAY P.M. UPDATE (8/18):The Baker Fire in Burnet County has burned 14 acres and is 95% contained, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service.TUESDAY A.M. UPDA...
One injured in shooting near Pecan Street in Pflugerville
One person was rushed to the hospital following a shooting in Pflugerville monday night.Police are investigating a shooting that left one person injured Monday...
Police searching for woman accused of crash involving injury in south Austin
Austin Police are searching for a woman accused of a collision involving injury that occurred on West Slaughter Lane.
'I need you to get the f--- out!'; Affidavit reveals what led up to Austin officer involved shooting
Gregory Lane, 36, was arrested Aug. 12 and charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and attempted capital murder of a peace officer.
Fort Worth stolen ambulance chase: Police identify man shot, killed by DPS
Police have identified a man shot and killed by Texas DPS last week in Austin after he reportedly stole an ambulance in Fort Worth.
South Austin auto theft: Police looking for suspect
The Austin Police Department is asking the public for help identifying the person involved in an auto theft in South Austin.
Apartment fire in southeast Austin extinguished, fire department says
Austin Fire responded to a fire at an apartment complex in southeast Austin on Monday, according to the department.
Austin police seek suspect in stolen vehicle chase, foot pursuit
Austin police are asking for the public's help identifying a man who led officers on a pursuit in a stolen vehicle before abandoning the car and fleeing on foot...
Source: Man in police custody escapes hospital through bathroom ceiling
A person detained by law enforcement escaped custody at St. David's North Austin Medical Center Monday morning, according to Austin Police.
San Antonio Police shoot, kill man they say approached officers with kitchen knives
SAN ANTONIO - A man was shot and killed by San Antonio Police officers after they say he approached officers with two large kitchen knives during a possible mental health episode.The incident happened just before midnig...
Mobile home damaged after San Marcos fire
No injuries were reported after the San Marcos Fire Department responded to a mobile home fire early Sunday.The department responded to the fire at around 2:15...
Three people transported after Pflugerville rollover crash
Three people were transported after a rollover crash in Pflugerville Saturday morning.The Pflugerville Fire Department stated just after 9 a.m. that crews were...
Suspect arrested after reported aggravated assault at Hutto Home Depot
A suspect is in custody following a reported aggravated assault at a Home Depot in Hutto Thursday evening, according to police.
Austin 311 to stop taking overnight calls starting later this year
While the city currently operates the non-emergency line 24/7, the pilot will move call takers from the overnight hours to busier dayparts.
Austin Police searching for robbery suspect
The Austin Police Department is requesting the community's help identifying a suspect involved in a robbery.
Police release bodycam video, 911 call in NE Austin shootout with suspect
Newly released body camera footage shows the moment a police officer exchanged gunfire with a man accused of pistol-whipping a stranger in northeast Austin on W...
Police seek man accused of robbing East Austin business in July
Police are asking for the public's help identifying a man suspected of robbing a business in East Austin last month.The robbery occurred about 2:56 p.m. Tuesday...
Brush fire burns 26 acres in Bastrop County, 98% contained
A 26-acre brush fire in Bastrop County is 98% contained, according to county and state officials.Bastrop County Emergency Services District No. 2 said the fire...
North Austin officer-involved shooting: Police release video, new details
The Austin Police Department released video and provided new details on an officer-involved shooting that happened in the 800 block of Camino La Costa on August 12....
Austin Police release video from police shooting near St. John's, names suspect
Friday afternoon, the Austin Police Department will hold a media briefing to present video from Wednesday's officer-involved shooting at 824 Camino La Costa, which is near I-35 and U.S. 290 East in the St. John's neighborhood....
This new UT Austin device spots power grid problems before disasters strike
A new sensor developed at UT Austin may help utilities identify power line problems before they lead to outages or wildfires. Researchers say the technology can pinpoint trouble spots, reduce inspection time and improve safety for crews working in remote areas....
Fort Hood identifies two pilots killed in Apache helicopter crash near Salado
Fort Hood officials have identified the two pilots killed when an AH-64E Apache attack helicopter crashed near Salado during a maintenance test flight, sparking...
Questions remain after stolen ambulance chase ends in fatal I-35 shooting
Questions remain Friday morning about the identity of the driver of a stolen Fort Worth Fire/EMS ambulance, how the ambulance was stolen and what happened in th...
Woman pulled from wreckage after crash onto H-E-B warehouse property
SAN ANTONIO - A woman had to be rescued from a mangled car after an overnight crash sent the vehicle through a fence and onto H-E-B warehouse property on the Northeast Side.Emergency crews were called out shortly after 1...
City of Austin prepares security upgrades for parks impacted by 'violent crime'
The city's $6.6 billion budget opens the door for better security at parks with crime concerns.
Police arrest alleged repeat shoplifter accused of stealing more than $2K from Manor H-E-B
A Del Valle man is facing multiple theft charges after Manor police say he stole more than $2,000 worth of merchandise during five shoplifting incidents at a lo...
Round Rock ISD police chief leaves district, interim chief named
Round Rock ISD is searching for a new police chief following the departure of Police Chief Latriesha Grandy, the district confirmed Thursday.
Deadly Apache Helicopter crash highlights growing Central Texas fire risk
A deadly helicopter crash near Salado sparked a wildfire Wednesday as crews across Central Texas continued battling elevated fire danger and multiple blazes....
Pilot injured in small plane crash in Caldwell County
A pilot suffered minor injuries after a small plane crashed near FM 671, northwest of Luling, Thursday afternoon, the Caldwell County Sheriff's Office said.The...
East Austin hit-and-run leaves 2 people injured; suspect arrested
The man involved in an East Austin hit-and-run has been arrested, police said.
Austin Police arrest hit-and-run suspect
The crash happened near E. Riverside Drive and Royal Crest Drive, at around 6:28 p.m. on Dec. 28, 2025.
Lake Travis High School senior dies days after collapsing at football practice
Lake Travis High School senior Odin Hensley has died from complications related to a medical emergency he suffered during football practice earlier this week, t...
Trooper fatally shoots driver of stolen Fort Worth ambulance after I-35 chase
A TxDPS trooper fatally shot the driver of a stolen Fort Worth Fire/EMS ambulance Thursday morning after the driver led law enforcement on a chase down I-35 and...
Student News Now: Leander ISD police chief suspended; Big Bend National Park border construction; Austin pushes for NHL team
In this week's episode of Student News Now on KXAN+, our investigators look into the suspension of Leander ISD's Police Chief Shā Rogers. She's been put on administrative leave, and the state is looking to suspend Rogers' peace officer license for one year....
Austin council split over shifting $676K from police raises to new 911 office
Austin City Council members are split over a budget amendment that would shift $676,000 away from proposed Austin Police Department increases to help create a n...
Fort Hood military helicopter crash kills 2, sparks grass fire in Salado
The AH-64 Apache attack helicopter crashed around 1:30 p.m. in a field and started a fire, which has since been contained.
2 soldiers killed in Fort Hood-based helicopter crash near Salado; fire 100% contained
The wildfire sparked by a deadly Fort Hood Apache helicopter crash near Salado has burned approximately 155 acres and is now 100% contained, the Bell County She...
Austin-area heat-related ER visits top 700 this summer
The Heat-Related Illness Morbidity and Mortality Dashboard shows 701 heat-related emergency room visits between May 2 and Aug. 10.
Can Austin break the costly cycle of homelessness, jail and crisis? One new program aims to do just that.
Marcus Martin, center, hugs Austin Police Department Officer Steven Creamer, left, on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026. Officer Edward Soltys is at right. Officers Creamer and Soltys are part of No Wrong Door, a new initiative seeking to better help some of Austin’s most vulnerable. Office...
APD: Suspect in custody after shootout with officer in north Austin
A suspect was taken into custody after an exchange of gunfire with a police officer near U.S. 290 and Interstate 35 Wednesday morning, according to Austin Police....
Officer-involved shooting in North Austin: Suspect in custody
The Austin Police Department is investigating an officer-involved shooting in North Austin.
Suspect in custody after shootout with police in NE Austin
A suspect has been taken into custody after an officer-involved shooting inthe 800 block of Camino La Costa in Northeast Austin Wednesday morning. A shelter-in...
Pedestrian killed in crash on North Lamar Boulevard
A woman was hit and killed by a vehicle late Sunday night in north Austin, according to the Austin Police Department.
Hays County reinstates burn ban as wildfire risk increases
Hays County has reinstated a burn ban prohibiting outdoor burning as officials work to reduce the risk of wildfires.
Austin police identify pedestrian killed on North Lamar Blvd in North Austin
Austin police have identified a woman who was struck and killed by a vehicle Sunday night on North Lamar Boulevard.
Flat Rock Fire burns 8.6 acres in Burnet County, forward progression stopped
Firefighters have stopped the forward progression of the Flat Rock Fire, an 8.6-acre grass and brush fire in southern Burnet County, officials said Tuesday even...
CapMetro Bikeshare gradually resuming service after fire at facility
CapMetro Bikeshare is returning in phases starting Tuesday, nearly three months after a fire at the agency's operations facility knocked the system offline.The...
Motorcyclist killed in single-vehicle crash on East William Cannon Drive in Austin
A motorcyclist was killed Sunday night in a single-vehicle crash in southeast Austin, according to the Austin Police Department.
Austin Fire Chief Joel Baker to retire; Tom Vocke named acting chief
Austin Fire Chief Joel Baker will retire effective Aug. 31, capping a 40-year career in public safety, according to a city memo.Baker will be out of the office...
Motorcyclist dead after SE Austin crash on Sunday
A man died after a single-motorcycle crash in Southeast Austin Sunday night, according to the police department.Officers responded at about 8:50 p.m. to the 470...
Man arrested after leading Austin police on chase in stolen vehicle
A 29-year-old man was arrested early Sunday morning after leading police on a pursuit in a stolen vehicle, according to the Austin Police Department.Officers re...
Former deputy arrested, charged in fatal shooting of Texas State freshman
The former Brazoria County sheriff's deputy who fatally shot 18-year-old Texas State University freshman John Mendoza Jr. has been arrested and charged with agg...
Austin fire chief retires, city to launch nationwide search for new chief
According to a memo obtained by KXAN, Austin Fire Chief Joel Baker is retiring at the end of the month, but will be "unavailable and out of the office beginning August 11." Tom Vocke will serve as acting fire chief beginning Tuesday....
Austin Police asks public for help finding hit-and-run suspect
The crash happened near E. Riverside Drive and Royal Crest Drive, at around 6:28 p.m. on Dec. 28, 2025.
Travis County issues burn ban amid dry, hot conditions
Travis County has issued a burn ban for its unincorporated areas as dry, hot weather continues to raise wildfire risk across Central Texas.The ban took effect i...
Suspect arrested in SE Austin December hit-and-run crash that injured two
UPDATE:On Tuesday, Austin police officers arrestedKevin Eduardo Aguilar Yac without incident.PREVIOUS STORY:Police are asking for the public's help locating a...
Fire spreads to multiple homes in Pflugerville, no injuries reported
Firefighters battled a house fire Monday afternoon that spread from one home to several neighboring properties in a Pflugerville neighborhood, leaving three hom...
Man shot in the groin during fight on West Side
San Antonio police are investigating after a man in his 30s was shot in the groin during an apparent fight on the West Side. He’s stable, but officers can’t find a crime scene and say his story has gaps....
East Austinites question proposed police budget increase ahead of City Council vote
With Austin City Council expected to begin adopting the city’s proposed $6.6 billion budget Wednesday, residents in East Austin are raising concerns about how m...
Car break-ins at Austin trails: 2 arrested after investigation
Two men have been arrested in connection to multiple vehicle burglaries. Their arrests come as the Austin Police Department investigates a series of car break-ins that have taken place at popular park and trail locations....
Burnet man sentenced to 40 years in prison for manslaughter in fatal Highway 71 crash
A Burnet County jury sentenced a man to 40 years in prison Wednesday after convicting him of manslaughter in a head-on crash that killed a Horseshoe Bay woman,...
Austin police search for suspect seen peering into windows on West Campus
Austin police are searching for a man accused of looking into apartment windows and attempting to make contact with residents on West Campus near the University...
Austin SWAT standoff ends without finding suspect after overnight shooting
An Austin police SWAT team was conducting an investigation in North Austin, prompting street closures and a request for the public to stay away from the area...
Bertram brush fire burns 300 acres; no homes lost, one barn destroyed
A brush fire occurred burning approximately 100 acres in Burnet County Sunday afternoon.The Horseshoe Bay Fire Department stated that
APD increases patrols after vehicle burglaries at Austin trails
Austin police are investigating a series of vehicle burglaries at some of the city's most popular parks and trailheads, including Mount Bonnell, Bull Creek and the St. Edward's Greenbelt....
Several agencies respond to brush fire in Southwest Gillespie County
Gillespie County Emergency Management stated Saturday afternoon that fire crews were responding to a brush fire in Fredericksburg. The fire occurred near the 80...
Leander ISD Police Chief placed on administrative leave
The Leander ISD Chief Communications Officer confirmed Saturday that the Leander ISD Police Chief Sha Rogers has been placed on administrative leave pending fur...
University of Texas police investigating reports of person looking in windows
UT Austin police are investigating reports of a person looking in windows and trying to make contact with people.
UTPD searching for suspect accused of 'peering' into windows
Austin Police responded to five reports accusing an individual of “peering” into windows and attempting to make contact with residents in West Campus.
ICE arrests in downtown Austin sparks protests outside City Hall
An immigration enforcement operation unfolded directly outside Austin City Hall on Thursday morning, interrupting a city budget meeting and drawing sharp condemnation from local officials and community advocates....
Activists push for charges against officers in 17-year-old's death; APD investigation ongoing
A group of local activists organizing around the death of Anthoneil Williams II, a 17-year-old shot and killed by Austin police officers, say that they and the Williams family want prosecution of the officers involved, and that the demand is about more than "accountability and tr...
Neighborhood watch in works following police wait time
The Austin Police Department confirmed it received a report about the lawnmower, and that the case is suspended "due to a lack of leads, suspects, evidence, surveillance footage, or the serial number of any stolen property."...
City adjusts signal timing after Riverside Drive crashes
Residents near Riverside Drive and I-35 reported multiple vehicle crashes during a recent weekend of heavy construction. While TxDOT maintains that existing signage meets standards, the City of Austin adjusted signal timings on August 4th following increased congestion. Long-term...
Boil water notice rescinded following repairs to 14-inch line
As crews worked to repair a broken 14-inch water transmission line in the Lower Tessera area Thursday, emergency responders delivered water to residents affecte...
19-year-old driver in hit-and-run had open alcohol containers in pickup, police say
A 19-year-old driver who police say fled after a crash that sent a fuel truck into the ABC 7 studios had multiple open containers of alcohol inside his pickup,...
Small roof fire extinguished at Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott on South Congress
Austin firefighters extinguished a small roof fire Thursday afternoon at Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott on South Congress, the department said.The Austin Fire Depa...
Austin council members condemn ICE operation outside city hall that led to 3 arrests
Austin council members Vanessa Fuentes, José Velásquez and Zo Qadri criticized an ICE operation outside City Hall that resulted in the arrest of three construction workers....
4 detained by ICE outside Austin City Hall after DPS traffic stop
The arrests happened outside City Hall while council members were inside discussing the city's budget.
From Senior Design to Startup: How a Wildfire Competition Sparked a UT Spinoff
What began as a design course project grew into an international endeavor and has since become an AI company of its own. The post From Senior Design to Startup: How a Wildfire Competition Sparked a UT Spinoff appeared first on UT Austin News ....
Driver charged in Manor crash that killed Kyle mother, infant daughter
A 23-year-old man has been charged with three felonies after police say he was driving drunk when he crossed into oncoming traffic and struck another vehicle he...
Austin Community College confirms arrest after campus 'swatting' incident
In a letter sent to students and staff, Austin Community College confirmed a “swatting” incident that launched police responses near two of its campuses Tuesday morning....
Bastrop County water district declares Stage 4 emergency, issues boil water notice
Bastrop County Water Control and Improvement District No. 2 declared Stage 4 emergency water conditions Wednesday after a system leak and the failure of a well...
Shooting victim fears for her life after alleged love triangle turns violent
San Antonio woman shot in a car says her ex opened fire after a “love triangle” dispute. She’s out of the hospital but afraid to go home, and says he’s still not arrested as SAPD withholds his name....
Student News Now: Hill Country cleanup continues; Lifeguard's daring rescue; Texas State's new mascot
In this week's episode of Student News Now on KXAN+, we talk with Austin Fire Specialist Matthew Zwolinski, who responded to both this and last year's catastrophic floods in Central Texas as part of Texas A&M Task Force 1....
Public hearing held after APD fatally shot 17-year-old; civil rights investigation pending
Calls for accountability against Austin police intensified during a public hearing held after the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Anthoneil Williams II at a South...
New Braunfels woman arrested on child pornography, bestiality charges
An Illinois child porn probe led New Braunfels police to arrest Michelle Nicole Johnson, 35. Investigators allege possession and distribution of child pornography or bestiality. She was booked into Comal County Jail....
Austin officials urge residents to be prepared for wildfires
Think of your home as fuel for fire. That's how seriously Austin officials want you to take wildfire risk.
Austin wildfire experts urge homeowners to prepare now as August fire danger peaks
Another day of triple-digit heat has Austin preparing for what is typically the hottest, driest month of the year. Fire experts are warning that now is the time...
Austin firefighters battle house fire on Bennett Avenue in east Austin
Austin firefighters initially fought a house fire defensively before moving inside the home.
APD reviewing 'internal processes' after stolen truck owner hit with $700 bill
The Austin Police Department confirmed it is reviewing its "internal processes" after a Central Texas man let police hold his truck to gather evidence, and ended up with a roughly $700 bill after the truck was released to a tow yard without him being notified....
Crews knock down fire at NE Austin home
The Austin Fire Department responded to a house fire at 7213 Bennett Ave. Wednesday afternoon.Officials stated at around 2:45 p. m. that the fire was first rep...
Judge denies motions in APD protest case, pushes for January trial date
A judge on Wednesday denied defense requests for an evidentiary hearing and to dismiss charges against an Austin police officer accused of actions during the 2020 racial justice protests....
'My boys were strong': Father remembers sons killed in neighborhood shooting
San Antonio dad mourns 11-year-old Maliki Perales and 20-year-old Drayden Quiroz after investigators say a neighbor opened fire in an unprovoked attack. Suspect Daniel Antonio Perez faces capital murder charges....
Round Rock police identify suspect fatally shot by officer, say he stabbed parents
Round Rock police have identified the man fatally shot by an officer during a domestic violence call Tuesday as 20-year-old Reece Ababao, of Round Rock, and sai...
Austin police arrest six, recover stolen property in mail theft, fraud investigation
Austin police have arrested six people and dismantled what they described as an "organized criminal operation" responsible for mail theft, identity fraud, narco...
Duck rescue: Austin police round up ducklings stranded on I-35
The Austin Police Association posted about a “major incident” on August 4 involving “12 suspects, all wearing black and yellow, refusing to leave the lower deck of I-35.”...
One taken to hospital after rollover crash on US 183
One person was taken to a hospital Wednesday morning after a vehicle rolled over on the southbound lanes of US 183 near Braker Lane, according to Austin-Travis...
Civil rights groups opening investigation into Austin police after teen's killing
Several civil-rights groups say they are opening a formal human and civil-rights investigation into the Austin Police Department and other Central Texas law enf...
Llano police officer fired, arrested after domestic violence investigation
A Llano police officer has been fired and arrested following an investigation into an alleged off-duty domestic violence incident, according to the Llano Police...
APD lists lost and found items on station website
The Austin Police Department is spreading the word to get lost items back to their rightful owners.
Teen sought for July murder after he allegedly shot ‘friend’, dumped body near Colorado River
Austin police have issued arrest warrants for first-degree murder and tampering with evidence against an 18-year-old man accused of fatally shooting “a friend” more than a dozen times before allegedly dumping the victim's body and attempting to destroy evidence, court records sta...
Man arrested after crash into police car, shooting at Austin motel: affidavit
"After a verbal confrontation, the vehicle returned and gunfire erupted," police said.
ACC police arrest suspect after swatting call near Eastview campus
Austin Community College (ACC) police arrested a person Tuesday after determining a report of an active threat near the college's Eastview campus was a "swattin...
US 183 reopens after crash near Lamar Boulevard exit
US 183 southbound lanes have reopened after a crash near the Lamar Boulevard exit Tuesday morning.The crash, reported just after 8 a.m., initially closed three...
Austin Police says officers will seize, send suspected delta 8, THCa products to labs for testing
Possession of more than 400 grams (about 14 ounces) of delta 8 is a first-degree felony in Texas.
Suspect fatally shot by Round Rock police after stabbing critically injured 2
One man is dead and two other people are hospitalized in critical condition after a Round Rock police officer shot a knife-wielding suspect
City of Austin addresses emergency services spending
Overtime expenses for Austin’s emergency services have surpassed budgeted allocations by millions of dollars this fiscal year, driving municipal leaders to evaluate public safety spending ahead of upcoming budget decisions....
Fire extinguished after second-alarm blaze at downtown Austin high-rise
Firefighters extinguished a second-alarm apartment fire at a downtown Austin high-rise Monday evening after flames broke out on the building's 14th floor, accor...
Apartment fire reported at SkyHouse high-rise on Rainey Street
Austin firefighters responded to a fire in a 14th-floor apartment at the SkyHouse high-rise on Rainey Street.
Man struck and killed by vehicle on I-35 frontage road in North Austin
Austin police are investigating after a pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle early Sunday in North Austin.
Austin fire specialist talks about flood deployment
Matthew Zwolinski, a fire specialist with AFD, responded to both this and last year's catastrophic floods in central Texas as part of Texas A&M Task Force 1....
Pedestrian killed in crash on I-35 in Austin, police say
An unidentified man was hit and killed by a vehicle on northbound I-35 in north Austin early Sunday.
Transcript details 911 call before 17-year-old was shot by Austin police
Police released the 911 call that preceded the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Anthoneil Williams II in Northeast Austin last month.Austin 911 received the call a...
Rainey Street shooting: Austin police arrest suspect
The Austin Police Department has arrested one of the suspects it was searching for after a shooting on Rainey Street on July 26.
Austin police arrest, charge 20-year-old in Rainey Street shooting
APD previously said that a man was robbed and shot multiple times, which resulted in non-life-threatening injuries.
Suspect arrested in connection with Rainey Street shooting
Austin police have arrested a suspect in the July 26 aggravated robbery and shooting on Rainey Street that left a man seriously injured.Members of the APD Robb...
Austin Police, Fire surpass overtime budgets by $6.7 million; EMS stays under budget
The Austin Police Department and Austin Fire Department both report exceeding their overtime budgets by several million dollars this fiscal year.
Parents of teens fatally shot by Austin police speak out after 17-year-old's death
Grief and anger are resurfacing for families in Austin after 17-year-old Anthoneil Williams II was shot and killed by police late last month, prompting parents...
Travis County Fire Rescue responds to brush fire near Mendoza
Travis County Fire Rescue responded to a approximately 2-acre brush fire near Homannville Trail and SH 130 Sunday afternoon near Mendoza.Firefighters stated th...
One person injured after stabbing in Southeast Austin
One person was taken to the hospital after being stabbed at 2200 Woodland Ave. Saturday night.The Austin Police Department stated that they received reports ab...
Community mourns as investigator tragically drowns on the Nueces River in Uvalde County
An environmental crimes investigator with the Caldwell County Constable’s Office has died after a drowning accident in Uvalde County, according to the agency.The Caldwell County Constable’s Office, Precinct 2, said in a...
UT Austin Police, APD honor those lost on 60th anniversary of UT Tower shooting
Saturday marks 60 years since 17 people were killed in a shooting at the University of Texas Austin Tower.
Round Rock man killed after crashing into Leander building
One person was killed in a single-vehicle collision in Leander involving a 2008 Chevrolet pickup truck Friday morning.The Leander Police Department, Leander Fi...
One person dead following crash in East Austin
One person was killed in a single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning in the area of
Austin neighborhood left without alerts during double SWAT standoffs
An Austin man is in custody after the Austin Police Department’s SWAT team responded to the same South Austin address twice in less than 24 hours. The officers...
Child protection, AMBER Alert experts urge public vigilance in search for missing girls
The search continues for Ashley and Adhara Alvarenga Duarte after an AMBER alert was issued Thursday.
Austin Police Oversight 'Know Your Rights' campaign emphasized after deadly shooting of teen
The Austin Police Oversight (APO) emphasized the importance of knowing your rights to help people navigate encounters with police, through an updated initiative....
Kyle teen charged in connection with June shooting, police say
A 16-year-old has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in connection with a shooting that occurred in Kyle last month, according to the Kyl...
Protesters disrupt Austin City Council meeting, demanding justice for teen shot by police
Protesters interrupted an Austin City Council meeting Thursday, chanting "Justice for Anthoneil Williams" and temporarily halting proceedings as they demanded a...
Man arrested after APD SWAT responds to same home twice in less than 24 hours
A man is in custody after a SWAT incident at a South Austin home on Friday. Police said this was the second SWAT call at the same home in less than 24 hours....
Fatal two-vehicle crash closes Ronald Reagan Boulevard in Williamson County
A fatal two-vehicle collision at Ronald Reagan Boulevard and Elizabeth Park Boulevard prompted road closures Friday, according to the Williamson County Sheriff'...
Austin Police, SWAT respond to same street less than 24 hours after last response
Austin Police officers and SWAT were out again Friday in connection with an incident in south Austin.
Suspect arrested after SWAT team returns to same South Austin home for second day in a row
The Austin Police Department stated Friday afternoon that they were responding to the area of the 2400 block of Monarch Dr.The department stated just after 12:...
Austin Police Oversight kick off expansion of 'Know Your Rights' resource
Austin Police Oversight (APO) on Friday kicked off the expansion of its "Know Your Rights" initiative by holding an informational press conference on the details of the expansion....
APO director addresses fatal shooting of 17-year-old, launches Know Your Rights initiative
Austin Police Oversight (APO) formally launched an updated Know Your Rights initiative Friday, just a week after the fatal police shooting of 17-year-old Antho...
Man accused of beating French bulldog to death, burying dog in backyard
San Antonio deputies arrested Erik Estrada, 47, after investigators say he beat his 2-year-old French bulldog to death and buried it in a Bexar County backyard. He faces a third-degree felony animal cruelty charge....
Battle at City Hall: Austin weighs police budget boost against social service cuts
A multimillion-dollar battle over how Austin spends the city’s tax money is being fought at City Hall on Thursday. The Austin City Council is deciding whether t...
Breaking down APD's $25 million proposed budget increase
Advocacy groups and individuals are calling for money to be redistributed from the Austin Police Department (APD) budget to social services.
Amber Alert canceled after missing children from Manor found safe
A statewide Amber Alert issued for a missing 14-year-old girl and a 2-month-old infant from Manor has been canceled after both children were found safe, accordi...
Man armed with gun barricades himself inside South Austin home
The Austin Police Department responded to a SWAT incident in South Austin.
SWAT team responds to barricaded, armed suspect in South Austin
The Austin Police Department SWAT team responded to a barricaded suspect in South Austin after officers say a man armed with a rifle violated a protective order...
Austin Police respond to SWAT call near Monarch Drive
Austin police are conducting a SWAT operation near the 2400 block of Monarch Drive.
Police arrest 19-year-old after shooting at South Austin motel injures two
Police arrested a 19-year-old man early Thursday after two people were shot at a South Austin motel Wednesday night, according to the Austin Police Department.O...
Austin man with 'extensive' 34-year criminal history arrested on eight new felony charges
An Austin man whose criminal history spans more than 30 years is facing a new series of felony charges after investigators accused him of committing multiple armed robberies, possessing more than 24 grams of methamphetamine, threatening a police officer and evading arrest....
Austin motel shooting: Teen arrested and 2 people injured
The Austin Police Department has arrested a 19-year-old suspect after two people were shot at a South Austin motel.
2 injured in south Austin motel shooting
Austin Police officers responded to a shooting in the parking lot of a Super 8 motel after they received a 911 call around 11:20 p.m. Wednesday.
Disturbing details emerging in alleged kidnapping case at North Side apartment complex
San Antonio police are investigating after a man in his 40s escaped alleged overnight captivity at Tuscany Park Apartments and was hospitalized with severe injuries. Neighbors reported a disturbance; suspects sought....
Austin ISD Police officer becomes department's first female motor officer
Officer Linda Lopez has become the first female motor officer in the Austin Independent School District Police Department's history, the department announced th...
Experts speak on mail theft, fraud protection after Austin crime ring bust
Austin police announced the bust of an organized crime ring that victimized hundreds of people in Austin and surrounding areas.
UT Austin engineer weighs 80 mph risks after SUV and Tesla hit rider on SH 130
A motorcyclist was killed after he crashed on State Highway 130 and then was hit by two vehicles. One of the vehicles was a Tesla reportedly operating on autopi...
Austin police release more video of fatal shooting of 17-year-old holding water bottle
Newly released surveillance video from the Austin Police Department shows the moments leading up to the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Anthoneil Williams II last...
New device being developed at UT Austin to help spot problems on power grid
A new device being developed at the University of Texas at Austin could help spot problems on the power grid before they lead to outages or even wildfires....
APD releases additional footage of shooting that killed a 17-year-old
Austin Police released additional surveillance footage on Wednesday showing a different view leading up to the moment officers shot and killed 17-year-old Anthoneil Williams II....
Austin officer-involved shooting: New video released by APD
The Austin Police Department has released new video in connection to the death of a teenager last week.
Man arrested after setting small fires, assaulting officer
An Austin man was arrested Wednesday after police said he broke into a building on East Cesar Chavez Street, set several small fires on the property and later assaulted an officer while being taken into custody....
Austin Rainey Street shooting: New video released by police
Austin police have released new surveillance video of two people they said are involved in a shooting and robbery on Rainey Street over the weekend.
Motorcyclist dies after crash, falling from I-35 flyover in Austin
A motorcyclist has died after falling from the southbound Interstate 35 flyover onto Ben White Boulevard during a crash on Wednesday, according to Austin-Travis...
Two arrested on human trafficking, aggravated sexual assault charges after welfare call
SEGUIN, Texas — Two suspects were arrested by Seguin police early Wednesday in connection with a human trafficking investigation.Officers responded to a welfare...
Pedestrian dies after being hit by vehicle on I-35
A pedestrian struck by a vehicle on North I-35 on Saturday has died from his injuries, according to the Austin Police Department.Officers responded to a collisi...
Six condominium units evacuated due to Cedar Park gas leak, repairs now complete
A gas leak that prompted evacuations at a Cedar Park condominium complex has been stopped, according to city officials.Cedar Park police and fire crews responde...
APD: Person dies two days after being hit by vehicle on I-35
Police were in east Austin on Saturday to investigate the city’s 45th fatal crash of 2026.
Man charged with murder in fatal stabbing at Butler Park, called 911 on himself
A 30-year-old man has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection with a fatal stabbing at Butler Metro Park early Sunday, according to Aus...
Austin police release video of teen suspects sought in Rainey Street shooting
Austin Police are asking for the public’s help identifying two teenage suspects after a man was robbed and shot multiple times on Rainey Street early Sunday mor...
APD identifies man killed in North Austin shooting; no charges filed
Austin police have identified the man who was fatally shot Friday in North Austin after investigators say he broke a vehicle window with a knife during an encou...
APD searching for two suspects involved in aggravated robbery on Rainey Street
Austin police are asking for the public's help identifying two suspects accused of shooting and robbing a man on Rainey Street over the weekend.
Man killed in north Austin homicide identified
Police identified the man killed as 43-year-old Zachary Page
Community members rally after fatal APD shooting of 17-year-old
The rally, held at Wooldridge Square, came four days after Williams was shot and killed by Austin police during an encounter on Friday.
Homeless man shot by driver after breaking car window with pocketknife: APD
The Austin Police Department has released new details about a North Austin shooting last week that killed a man.
Affidavit: Man accused of fatally stabbing another man claims he was 'attacked'
An unhoused Austin man accused of killing another man allegedly told police officers that he feared for his life prior to the stabbing.
Austin PD's monthslong investigation leads to 8 arrests, massive recovery of stolen property
The investigation included dismantling an organized criminal enterprise that was responsible for mail theft, identity fraud, drug trafficking, and gun violations....
Hedge fund manager who evaded millions of dollars in federal taxes sentenced to 37 months
Earlier this year, hedge fund manager Justin Ryan Schmidt, who previously lived in Austin, was arrested and pleaded guilty to evading millions of dollars in federal taxes after concealing income and foreign bank accounts. This week, he was sentenced to serve 37 months in prison....
Austin police identify 17-year-old fatally shot by officers
Police identified the 17-year-old fatally shot by officers in northeast Austin early Friday morning as Anthoneil Williams II.Williams was shot by Officers Jake...
Austin police arrest 8, seize stolen property in "organized criminal enterprise" probe
Austin police have arrested eight people and recovered a large stash of stolen property after a months-long investigation dismantled what officials described as...
Months-long Austin Police investigation leads to arrests, seizures of mail keys, drugs firearms
APD shared details on the investigation during a press conference Tuesday morning.
Tesla in Autopilot among vehicles that struck rider after SH-130 motorcycle crash
A motorcyclist was killed early Tuesday in a crash that shut down all northbound lanes of State Highway 130 near FM 969, according to the Texas Department of Pu...
Hays County sheriff's deputy arrested on DWI charge while off duty
A Hays County sheriff's deputy has been arrested on a charge of driving while intoxicated while off duty, according to the Hays County Sheriff's Office....
Report: Violent crime down in Austin neighborhoods with violence intervention programs
According to a report released by national research group Scaling Safety, aggravated assaults dropped, on average, 27% across Austin from 2021 to 2025, and homicides dropped 12%....
Austin community questions police response in teen shooting
Flowers and candles were placed at a playground on Baden Lane after Austin police officers shot and killed a 17-year-old early Friday morning, an incident the A...
Family identifies 17-year-old killed in APD shooting as community pressure grows for accountability
As the family mourns, community members and advocacy groups are calling for accountability in the shooting, while police leaders and the Austin Police Association urge the public not to rush to judgment....
Austin shootings: Police investigating 2 separate incidents in downtown
Austin police are investigating two separate shootings in downtown Austin that happened just about 30 minutes apart early Sunday morning.
Texas Rangers seek help finding wanted suspect
The Texas Department of Public Safety arrested four people in northwest Austin after a joint operation, but need help finding one suspect after he was released on bond....
Four arrested in Northwest Austin operation tied to San Antonio home invasion
The Texas Department of Public Safety and the Bexar County Sheriff's Office arrested four men in Northwest Austin earlier this month in connection with a home i...
Austin council members call for transparency after police fatally shoot 17-year-old
Austin City Council members are calling for accountability and transparency following the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old by police officers early Friday, an in...
At least 4 people including a child wounded by gunfire at a Seattle festival, hospital says
SEATTLE (AP) — At least four people including a child were wounded in a shooting Sunday night at an events complex close to the Space Needle in Seattle, a hospital spokesperson said. Police were investigating the shooting and urged people to avoid the area. Harborview Medical Cen...
Austin council addresses deadly police shooting
Some members of the Austin City Council are speaking out following the officer involved shooting death of a 17-year-old last week.
Austin police investigating shooting on Rainey Street
Austin Police are investigating after an early morning shooting on popular Rainey Street Sunday.
Austin police: 1 injured in Rainey Street shooting early Sunday morning
One person was injured after a shooting in Downtown Austin early Sunday.According to the Austin Police Department, they responded to the 60-80 block of Rainey...
Austin police investigate homicide after man dies from fight injuries
Austin police are investigating an overnight homicide in South Austin after a man died from injuries following a late-night fight, authorities said.
1 dead after homicide in south Austin
One person is dead after a homicide in south Austin on Dawson Road near Barton Springs Road, according to Austin Police.
After fatal APD shooting, expert discusses how officers are trained to respond
As Austin police continue investigating Friday's fatal officer-involved shooting of a 17-year-old who was later found to be unarmed, a law enforcement training expert says incidents like these underscore the split-second decisions officers are often forced to make in rapidly evol...
Electrical fire near downtown Austin leaves company in the dark on rebuilding
Austin Energy told KXAN the incident impacted seven buildings, including One Texas Center, Town Lake Center, Long Center and Hyatt Regency Hotel.
Police: 17-year-old had water bottle, not gun, in fatal Austin officer shooting
Austin police officers believed they were responding to an armed teenager early Friday morning. Minutes later, the 17-year-old was dead.Investigators later dete...
North Austin shooting leaves 1 dead; shooter in custody: APD
A victim was killed in a deadly shooting in North Austin, the Austin Police Department said.
Study: Waymo robotaxis had fewer crashes than human drivers across four cities
Driverless Waymo vehicles crashed less often than human-driven cars across four major U.S. cities, according to a new study, though Austin was an outlier where...
Police investigating homicide in Tech Ridge area of north Austin
Austin Police said it's investigating a homicide in the Tech Ridge area of north Austin on Friday afternoon.
Police investigating 'youth-on-youth misconduct' among Austin FC Academy players
After KXAN received a tip, a spokesperson for the Austin FC Academy confirmed the organization "became aware of allegations of youth-on-youth misconduct occurring among a group of Academy players."...
Austin Police investigating after man killed in NE Austin
The Austin Police Department is investigating a homicide in Northeast Austin Friday afternoon, the department stated around 5 p.m.Police stated thatALSO | Man...
Man charged with murder after fatal crash in Taylor hospital parking lot
A Spring man has been charged with murder after allegedly striking and killing a pedestrian in a hospital parking lot in Taylor on Friday and then fleeing the s...
FOUND: 11-month-old was last seen in northwest Harris County
An AMBER Alert has been issued for a missing 11-month-old boy who was last seen in northwest Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office....
AMBER Alert issued for 11-month-old boy from Houston
The Texas Department of Public Safety issued a statewide AMBER Alert Friday for an 11-month-old boy last seen in the Houston area.Sabastian Jones was last seen...
Teen killed in officer-involved shooting; APD says potentially suicide by police
The Austin Police Department is investigating a deadly officer-involved shooting that left a 17-year-old dead.
18,000 pounds of flood relief supplies flown into Austin for pets
Nearly 18,000 pounds of emergency supplies arrived in Austin on Thursday as part of a relief effort to help pets and families displaced by deadly flooding in Ce...
Unarmed teen fatally shot by Austin officers in suspected 'suicide by police'
A man fatally shot by police officers in northeast Austinearly Friday morning may have been trying to commit suicide-by-cop, according to police.Officers were...
APD chief: 17-year-old killed by officers in case of 'suicide by police'
Austin Police were in northeast Austin early Friday morning investigating a fatal shooting involving police that APD Chief Lisa Davis said was "potentially a suicide by police."...
Woman arrested after police pursuit, crash on Llano bridge
A 32-year-old Kansas woman was taken into custody after leading Llano police on a high-speed pursuit Wednesday evening that ended in a multi-vehicle crash on th...
Emergency meeting in Kerrville extends Kerr County disaster declaration after flooding
KERR COUNTY, Texas — Kerr County Commissioners voted to extend a local disaster declaration in an emergency meeting Wednesday afternoon.In a 4-0 vote, the court...