Desiree Hamm, 37, was deemed Texas' first female sexually violent predator after being convicted for abusing and kidnapping teen girls, continuing predatory behavior in prison. She's committed to a treatment center with periodic evaluations.

Authorities search for a missing 73-year-old man in Burnet County, issuing a Silver Alert due to his cognitive impairment and potential health and safety threat.

Police responded to a shooting in Cedar Park on Stapleford Drive; the suspect, a skinny white male, remains at large. Residents were advised to shelter in place.

A traffic stop in Texas led to the ICE detainment of Jose Alvaro, an undocumented immigrant, potentially affecting his American family and sparking debate on deportation policies.

Daniel Perry will face trial for deadly conduct despite a pardon, with controversies including accusations of prosecutorial misconduct and alleged evidence tampering.

A shooting in East Austin left one dead, with one arrest. Ruel Saintmark Hill was fatally shot; Eusebio Noa Olvera is charged with murder. Investigation ongoing.

The Fayette County Sheriff's Office in Texas recovered a skid steer stolen from Tomball and concealed behind trees; the property owner cooperated with the investigation.

The Austin Fire Department responded early morning to an apartment fire at 1500 Faro Drive, with no injuries reported and the cause under investigation.

Texas DPS captured two of their 10 most wanted fugitives in January, including a murder suspect and a sex offender violator.

A man was severely injured after a pit bull attack in which the dog owner, Veronica Polley, was charged. The dog had a history of aggression and has been quarantined.

ICE arrests individuals charged with serious crimes, including suspected terrorists and gang members, as part of Trump administration's immigration crackdown.

Austin Police seek public aid in identifying a mail theft suspect recorded by a doorbell camera on West Avenue. They offer anonymity and a reward for information.

A man died in an industrial accident at a sand pit in Fayette County. Emergency teams, including the Bryan Fire Department, responded to the incident. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause.