The Austin Police Department reports five homicides in over a week, with Chief Lisa Davis and Assistant Chief Eric Fitzgerald highlighting their commitment to arrests and investigations amidst an increase in violent crimes.

CBP officers seized 35 pounds of cocaine valued at $468,302 at the Progreso Port of Entry during a vehicle inspection.

A crash involving a semi-truck on I-35 near West Parmer Lane led to the road's closure and traffic delays as crews worked to clear spilled metal poles. No injuries were reported.

The APD is seeking public help to find a suspect in a fatal hit-and-run on East Stassney Lane. A reward is offered for information leading to an arrest.

Chloe Alexis Driver's murder trial, where she is accused of killing her 13-month-old daughter amidst claims of being in a polygamist cult, enters its third day with a focus on her mental state.

A man was fatally stabbed at a homeless camp in southeast Austin, with no suspects yet identified or arrested.

Austin police arrested a suspect, Lavonta Harrison, for the fatal shooting of Shelby Wayne Cody outside the Texas Health and Human Services Building. Witnesses tried to save Cody, but he died in hospital. This marks Austin's 57th homicide in 2024.

Austin Police are investigating the city's 61st homicide after a person was found dead at a North Austin apartment complex, with a person of interest detained.

A stabbing at an Austin C-Mart turned fatal, leading to a homicide investigation. The suspect, Luis Marroquin, has been charged with 1st Degree Murder.

The APD reported a Sunday homicide in Austin where Elijah Martinez was found bleeding; the case is now under investigation with the community asked to provide tips.

Cristo Jesus Rodriguez was sentenced to 25 years for the murder of his roommate, George Emery, in Austin. He entered a guilty plea for first-degree murder.

Former Wimberley ISD teacher David Schachter sues Hays County officials and district staff, alleging his wrongful arrest on assault charges was an attempt to end his teaching career.

The APD released video and information on the shooting death of Zachary Labrie following his involvement in reckless driving, home invasion, and carjackings in Austin.