The Austin Police Department reported a fatal vehicle accident on East Koenig Lane, resulting in the death of Samuel J. Rodriguez Jr. This incident marks the city's 82nd fatal crash in 2024.

APD increases traffic and DWI enforcement during the holiday season and promotes the ongoing DWI No Refusal Initiative to ensure safe driving practices and reduce impaired driving incidents.

A couple and their two dogs were found dead, likely due to carbon monoxide poisoning, in a tent in San Antonio.

A man died in Austin after a vehicle collision; the city's 84th fatal crash of the year. Investigations are ongoing, and APD seeks information from the public.

Austin Police are searching for two suspects involved in a 7-Eleven robbery on FM 969 Road, with a potential reward for information leading to their arrest.

A former Austin-area principal was arrested on child pornography charges in Montgomery County, Texas, following an Internet Crimes Against Children task force investigation.

A fatal car crash in Austin on December 9 resulted in the death of Regina Natalie Reyes after two vehicles collided; the incident is Austin's 85th fatal crash in 2024.

Employees sue Del Valle ISD for negligence after hidden cameras were found in staff restrooms, alleging the district mishandled prior conduct complaints against the accused custodian.

East Austin's East Side Pedal Pushers bike shop was burglarized twice in one week, with thieves captured on camera and over $10,000 in bikes stolen. Two bikes have since been recovered. The shop has increased security to prevent future thefts.

A Williamson County corrections officer, Patricia Jakubowski, died following a medical emergency at the county jail. She served for 17 years and was known for her positive demeanor.

The 16-year-old subject of an AMBER Alert, Nancy Argueta-Vasquez, was found safe and the alert was cancelled. Authorities are interviewing a man linked to her disappearance.

Erich Spannhake from Kyle was arrested on December 6 for possession of psychedelic drugs, following an earlier arrest in April for Fentanyl and Xanax possession. Additional charges have been laid, including evading and resisting arrest.

The Austin Police Department arrested nine individuals during a shoplifting blitz, recovering $7,500 in stolen goods.