A 19-year-old student is recovering from a machete attack that nearly severed his hand while walking a city trail in Austin. The suspect has been arrested and faces charges.

Williamson County activates its EOC in response to a severe winter storm, preparing sanding crews, warming centers, and increased EMS staffing to ensure resident safety.

Stewart Mettz was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the murder of Officer Kenneth Copeland, the first San Marcos officer killed in the line of duty.

NBC's "Dateline" and CBS's "48 Hours" will feature the murder case of Austin jeweler, Ted Shaughnessy, who was killed in his home in 2018; his son and daughter-in-law were later charged.

U.S. Marshals arrested Jason Paul Harper in Austin on Florida charges of distributing harmful material to minors after using a distraction device during a standoff.

A major crash on I-35 in Austin left three injured, causing traffic disruptions and prompting emergency response from ATCEMS and AFD, with patients taken to Dell Seton Medical Center.

The Texas Supreme Court denied AG Ken Paxton's attempt to avoid testifying in a whistleblower lawsuit alleging he retaliated against aides for reporting his actions.

A young man was fatally shot in a North Austin apartment complex. The Austin Police Department is investigating the incident as a homicide and is receiving cooperation from several individuals. The public is not believed to be at risk.

Texas has transported over 100,000 migrants to sanctuary cities, part of Operation Lone Star, which resulted in the apprehension of nearly half a million illegal immigrants and multiple arrests and felony charges.

A man wielding knives was fatally shot by deputies in Hays County after a confrontation at a residence, with both Texas Rangers and the sheriff's office investigating the incident.

Travis County and APD disagree on the cost of magistration services. Travis County denies APD's claim of a $14.5 million ask, stating the original proposal was $10.9 million. Costs and responsibilities are debated ahead of a city council review.

A Texas man received a life sentence for the capital murder of a San Marcos police officer in 2017. Officer Kenneth Copeland was killed while serving a warrant.

A man was fatally shot in Kyle, Texas. The suspect, a 21-year-old family member, is in custody facing charges. The motive is unclear as the investigation continues.