A moped rider died after a collision with a vehicle on Pleasant Valley Road in East Austin; road closures were implemented as authorities investigate the crash.

The UT Austin community is concerned after Aymen Labidi, 22, a former student with multiple arrests, is charged, including with aggravated assault. His repeated releases have raised questions about campus safety and judicial procedures.

Federal authorities arrested 20 in Waco for a drug trafficking conspiracy, involving meth, heroin, and cocaine distribution, with potential life sentences.

The bond for Karmelo Anthony, accused of murdering Austin Metcalf, was reduced from $1 million to $250,000 during a court hearing amid community tension.

One person was pronounced dead at the University of Texas Austin campus after a medical emergency; no foul play is suspected. An investigation is ongoing.

Austin celebrated Record Store Day with events at local shops like Waterloo Records, which marked its last year at its iconic location. Vinyl enthusiasts enjoyed exclusive releases and live performances across the city's record stores.

Hutto Police investigate an attempted child abduction involving two men in a white van, seeking public help in identifying a suspect with distinctive tattoos and gold teeth.

Austin mandates AC in all homes to combat heat, citing health risks and last year's heat-related ER visits and deaths. The new building code faces industry pushback over retrofit costs.

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.