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Five Point Enterprises agrees to pay $2M to settle false claims allegations involving VA Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits.
One person died in a crash in Georgetown, with two others injured. The collision involved two vehicles and led to a power outage in the area. Police are investigating.
The Austin Police Department is seeking public assistance to locate Tyler Steven Lompe, wanted in connection with human remains found in South Austin.
One individual was arrested for starting multiple fires in North Austin, which were quickly extinguished without property damage. The motive is under investigation.
Two pedestrians were struck by a vehicle in West Austin, one fatally, and the other seriously injured. The accident is under investigation, and the area was closed for emergency services.
Firefighters in Travis County are battling a large fire at Austin Metal & Iron Co. that started Wednesday afternoon, with teams working into the night. No public threat or injuries reported.
Jeremiah Nelms, a missing 14-year-old from Round Rock, was found after a community-wide search effort. His safety has been confirmed, but no further details are disclosed.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has mobilized state resources, including firefighters and equipment, to combat the increasing threat of wildfires due to dry conditions and high temperatures.
An investigation is ongoing into the in-custody death of Dennis Thornton, who died after being subdued by police and Tasered on an Interstate 35 overpass in San Marcos, Texas.
A man was injured in a shooting involving a Cameron police officer in Milam County, leading to an investigation by the Texas Rangers. The incident prompted a brief lockdown at a nearby high school.
Austin Police seek public aid in identifying a female suspect in a mail theft incident at Villas on Guadalupe on July 17, 2024. A reward is offered for information leading to an arrest.
Three Austin men were arrested after a police chase in Kyle ended with their vehicle crashing into a light pole. Stolen handguns and narcotics were found in the car.
17-year-old Sienna Contreras died from a fentanyl overdose in Austin, and Xavier Buentello was charged with first-degree murder under a new Texas law.
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