Dr. John Patterson settled allegations of false hospice care claims for $468,626, a case highlighting healthcare fraud and emphasizing accountability by the U.S. government.

Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell joined the Trump administration as Region 6 advocate for the SBA, representing millions of businesses across five states.

A fire near Highway 95 in Bastrop County, named the "Mouse Fire," prompted evacuations but was 90% contained by Saturday evening, with firefighters addressing remnant flare-ups.

Bastrop County deputies seized over $75,000 worth of fentanyl, arresting two individuals during a traffic stop on SH-71. The narcotics were found with K9 assistance.

Fog and mist in Austin with high humidity and visibility at 4 miles; temperatures to rise from 69°F to near 80°F. Winds could gust up to 25 mph. Clear night ahead with a low of 43°F.

A Mexican national with a prior child indecency conviction was arrested for allegedly re-entering the U.S. illegally. He could face up to 10 years in prison if found guilty.

Mexican national Federico De Los Rios Rios pleaded guilty to drug smuggling, facing 10 years to life in prison after trying to smuggle fentanyl and cocaine into the US.

Austin Police Department arrested 11 suspects linked to a series of vehicle burglaries in city parks, with charges including burglary and credit/debit card abuse.

Austin Police seek public help identifying a suspect in a January 30 bus assault on Duval Street, offering a reward for information leading to an arrest.

A Mexican national with a prior manslaughter conviction faces federal charges for illegal re-entry into the U.S. after a public intoxication arrest in Texas.

A Mexican national with a prior vehicular homicide conviction is in U.S. federal custody for illegal re-entry.

Austin's Aquatic Division is hiring lifeguards at $21.63/hour, offering training from March 16-22. With 34 pools, the city aims to staff up by summer. Hiring events with free pizza are on March 13 and 27. Details at LifeguardAustin.com.

Three people died in an apparent murder-suicide in Hutto, Texas, involving Kerry Carter, Deffenia Lynch, and Iosha Shaw.