April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and Austin emphasizes the dangers of using phones while driving, noting distractions cause many severe accidents. The city promotes using "do not disturb" mode to prevent these incidents.

Two Rockdale residents were arrested on charges related to their dogs fatally mauling an 88-year-old woman, invoking "Lillian's Law" in Texas which requires owners to secure dogs with violent tendencies.

Austin Police named Tavon Brown as the victim of a fatal Nueces Street shooting on April 7, 2025, with a 16-year-old arrested in connection to the incident.

The South Carolina Gamecocks beat Texas 74-57, advancing to the women's NCAA championship with a shot at consecutive titles. Coach Staley and player Edwards led the win, while Texas' coach Schaefer acknowledged their loss to a stronger team.

Demonstrators across the U.S. protested against perceived overreaches by Trump and Musk in healthcare, data, and employment, with varied concerns including cuts to services and threats to rights and benefits.

Texas AG Ken Paxton is considering a Senate run against John Cornyn amidst a public feud, with experts noting Paxton's strong support from conservative voters.

A Texas man was sentenced to life in prison for sexually exploiting a child; he pleaded guilty and had abused the child many times after befriending the family.

Austin is set for fair weather with sunny days and a gradual rise in temperatures, peaking around 84-90 degrees, and clear, cool nights in the low 40s to mid-50s.

Teachers, parents, and community members protested at the Texas Capitol against a proposed school voucher program, advocating for public education funding and criticizing the voucher scheme as potentially harmful to public schools.

Brayan Ivan Valle Raymundo, a 34-year-old man, has been missing since March 31 in Round Rock, leading to a continued search by the authorities and calls for public assistance.

Dobie Middle School faces potential closure by the Austin ISD due to underperformance, with options including permanent shutdown or partnership with a charter school.

Trump's tariffs are raising prices for cars and groceries, affecting the economy and consumer costs for new and used vehicles, as well as common items.

Two suspects were detained by the APD and the SWAT team after a standoff near downtown Austin, during an arrest warrant execution. Details on the charges remain undisclosed.