Authorities are searching for Nicolas Alonzo III, missing from Elmendorf, with a Clear Alert issued. He is 57, with gray hair, brown eyes, and may be in a black 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser.

A Georgetown teen was charged with firing a gun at a residence in Round Rock. No injuries were reported, but property was damaged. He was arrested and the case is still under investigation.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott directs investigations into potential Medicaid fraud to protect the program and its beneficiaries, emphasizing taxpayer and healthcare service integrity.

Burnet County investigators say a multi‑month probe toppled a ring that was fraudulently buying trailers across Central Texas.

A family injured when a car crashed into St. David’s North Austin ER has reached a confidential settlement with the hospital; terms were not disclosed.

Williamson County detectives arrested a 35-year-old Austin man after a Jan. 14 search turned up hundreds of grams of fentanyl, over a kilogram of cocaine and other drugs. The investigation began after a December overdose and remains active.

Governor Abbott appoints John E. Burt as Jasper County Criminal District Attorney until the end of 2026, recognizing his extensive legal and educational background.

Austin police investigate the shooting death of 23-year-old Cam Ron Perkins as the fourth homicide this year, seeking info on a suspect who fled in a vehicle.

Austin police investigate the city's fifth homicide after Seferino Hernandez-Perez was found dead following gunshots on S. Meadows Drive.

Suspected explosive devices were found near Dime Box, and deputies secured the intersection while experts evaluate the scene. Officials warned residents to avoid the area and said evacuations were possible.

A 17-year-old was found being held against her will at a Uhland home; three people were arrested on aggravated-kidnapping and related charges.

Rollin Smoke BBQ says it was burglarized twice this week; the owner reports a ransacked walk-in and stolen cases of brisket. Police have been notified and neighbors have checked in to help.

The Texas DPS commemorates National AMBER Alert Day, stressing the importance of its Statewide Alert Program in protecting children and urging public vigilance.