North Art Complex Fire in Mason County Fully Contained After Lightning Strikes
The North Art Complex fire in Mason County is fully contained with no structural damage, and local units are now monitoring the site. The fire, started by lightning, covered 4,313 acres. Rainfall helped containment efforts.
Austin Endures 41st Homicide of Year: Woman Dead in Downtown Area, Person of Interest in Custody
A woman died in downtown Austin, leading to a homicide investigation. APD responded to a call and took a person of interest into custody. The incident appears to be isolated with no public threat.
Central Austin's Peaceful Night Disturbed by Residential Fire, Swift AFD Response Prevents Injuries
A fire on a balcony in Central Austin was quickly extinguished by the Austin Fire Department, with no injuries or further spread of the fire reported. Traffic was temporarily disrupted on Speedway.
Round Rock Educator Charged with Indecency and Possession of Child Pornography
A Round Rock ISD teacher, Domingo Perez, is charged with indecency with a child and possession of child pornography, with bonds totaling $125,000. The allegations date back to an incident in April 2023 involving a minor.
Joint Effort by Law Enforcement Thwarts School Threat in Austin, 17-Year-Old Arrested for Terroristic Threat at Graham Elementary
Law enforcement agencies collaborated to arrest Giana Castillo for a credible online threat against Graham Elementary School in Austin, increasing school security measures.
Suspected Shooter of Bexar to Austin Spree Contemplates Self-Representation, Mental Competency Evaluation Ordered
Shane James, accused of a fatal shooting spree, has opted to self-represent in court, against advice to have a mental competency evaluation, with the evaluation to be ordered by the court.
Mason County Struggles as "North Art Complex" Wildfire Engulfs 3,000 Acres, Texas A&M Forest Service and Volunteers Rally for Containment
Firefighters in Mason County are battling a 3,000-acre wildfire, named the "North Art Complex" fire by Texas A&M Forest Service, which is only 10% contained and caused by lightning. No injuries or building damage reported.
Austin Police Investigating Fatal Shooting on East Side, No Suspect Information Released Yet
Austin Police are investigating a Thursday night homicide on East Austin's Thurgood Avenue where a man was fatally shot. Details and suspect information remain limited as the investigation continues.











