Austin Police respond to an aggravated sexual assault case, detain six for questioning, and conduct an apartment search with SWAT involvement. The case remains under investigation.

Texas Democrats aim to expand abortion access and include it in Medicaid, conflicting with Republican efforts to restrict it, even amid a divided public opinion.

Austin plans to request HUD funds for Bailey at Stassney, a 104-unit affordable housing project, targeting households earning 30-60% of the median income and setting aside 26 units for the homeless.

The Senate advanced the Laken Riley Act, with bipartisan support, targeting undocumented immigrants who commit crimes. Trump's team prepared immigration executive orders including border closure and deportations.

Firefighters extinguished a house fire in southeast Austin, displacing four people, including Samuel Grey Horse, known as Austin's horseback Santa. No injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.

A man was arrested for DWI in Kyle after his car hit a pole, causing a train collision with downed power lines; there were no serious injuries. Repair work is ongoing to fix the damage.

Austin Police arrested two suspects, including Andre Center, for a series of Hyde Park robberies. They're charged with Credit Card Abuse; more charges may come.

Bird flu is detected in a wild bird in Austin-Travis County, leading to Austin Public Health issuing guidelines to prevent the spread among humans and animals.

The DOJ is suing six major landlords for using software to collude on rent prices, a case that has significant implications for renters across 43 states.

Lake Travis firefighters extinguished a motorhome fire on Doss Rd. One injured person was transported for care. A space heater may have caused the fire. Safety reminders were issued regarding heater use.

The National Weather Service forecasts a mix of cloudy, rainy, and windy conditions for Austin, with cooler temperatures leading into a sunny weekend.

Austin prepares for winter weather with training and equipment upgrades, while enhancing transit and pedestrian safety downtown. CapMetro launches new services and plans a fare system upgrade, considering equity for low-income populations.

The missing alert for Cameron Johnson, 16, in Bexar County has been discontinued without details on his status.