A Hays County judge secretly livestreamed a child sexual assault trial, prompting objections due to privacy concerns and leading to a mistrial and dismissal of charges.

A former juvenile correctional officer in Texas, Gerardo Puente, was arrested on charges of indecency with a child during his tenure at Evins Regional Juvenile Center.

One person died following a road rage incident on U.S. Highway 290 in Elgin; a suspect was arrested, with identities not yet released. Traffic was disrupted but later restored.

An investigation continues on the unresolved death of Valentin Castro in Kyle, TX, after his charred remains were found on private property in July 2023.

A pedestrian died after being hit by a train in south Austin, with authorities investigating the non-homicidal incident and seeking public assistance.

Texas DPS is seeking two Austin-tied fugitives, now on the "Texas 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants List," for serious offenses involving minors.

A severe crash on MoPac in Austin resulted in two fatalities, including 43-year-old Nickolaus Lauderdale. The collision is under APD investigation, marking the city's 43rd fatal incident in 2024.

Leander park employee was shot after disturbing a homeless woman's belongings. The suspect fled but was arrested by police and charged with aggravated assault. The park is considered safe despite this and an earlier assault case.

Authorities have ruled the deaths of Iris Hernandez-Perdomo and Wilfredo Chavez-Chincilla in East Austin as a murder-suicide following a stabbing incident.

Texas Game Wardens checked over 10,000 vessels, issued 1,326 citations, and arrested 37 for intoxication during the July Fourth holiday water safety campaign, despite Hurricane Beryl.

An East Seventh Street closure in east Austin was prompted by a vehicle crashing into a gas line, leading to a gas leak and traffic disruptions as reported by the Austin Police and Fire Departments.

Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop in Austin hires a private investigator after multiple burglaries, with goods valued over $100,000 stolen, amid a stretched Austin Police Department.

A motorcycle accident in Austin claimed the life of Gordon Yang. Occurring on July 9, it marks the city's 42nd fatal traffic incident in 2024. The APD is investigating and seeking public assistance.