An 18‑wheeler carrying electrical transformers leaked fluid on westbound U.S. 290 at FM 973, closing lanes while hazmat crews worked to contain the spill. Drivers were urged to avoid the area.

A masked group tried to force their way into the Church of Scientology’s Mission of Houston in a stunt tied to the viral “speedrunning” trend. Church officials and police condemned the attempt.

Austin police say they're investigating a homicide in the 15400 block of FM‑1825; a media briefing was scheduled at the Cinemark parking lot in the pre-dawn hours.

Homeowners across the Austin area say they paid deposits to K.T.A. Build and Design and were left with unfinished projects; one won a $10,000 judgment that remains unpaid.

Several students at Goodnight Middle in San Marcos fell ill after eating cookies sold by a staff member. Police are investigating and samples are being tested.

Leander is running a May 4–15 trial that will send two Skydio drones to real 911 calls to measure response times and public-safety benefits. Officials say the data will decide whether to make the program permanent.

A newly hired McNeil High coach was arrested May 4 on a Tarrant County warrant tied to a January 2024 incident. Round Rock ISD has placed him on administrative leave.

A 20-year-old man, Alex Benjamin Cuz Caal, died days after a crash on U.S. 290 in Austin; police say investigators are working to piece together what happened.

DPS and partners arrested 11 people in a three‑day Bell County online sting; investigators say undercover decoys posed as teens and four arrested were active‑duty service members.

A viral clip shows a man defecating on a downtown Austin sidewalk near MLK and Guadalupe, reigniting debate over homelessness, sanitation and cleanups.

Taylor police are investigating a suspicious death in the 1000 block of Price Street; detectives are working with state and county partners and asking for tips.

Austin police say location and Meta data tied a second suspect to a November 2024 Rosewood Avenue shooting that killed Matthew Escalante. The suspect faces a first‑degree murder charge.

FBI San Antonio told Citizens Academy attendees lone offenders radicalized online are an increasing threat and urged residents to report warning signs.