Louisiana man, Benjamin Thomas Mackey, arrested in Texas after a high-speed chase with border patrol, faces charges for evading immigration checkpoint and possessing 10 pounds of marijuana.

Frank Horton Lee Jr., a thrice-convicted felon from Austin, was arrested for illegal firearm possession after a traffic stop and could face up to 15 years in prison.

A multi-vehicle collision on I-35 in Northeast Austin involved an 18-wheeler, leading to temporary lane closures and eight people with minor injuries.

Floods in Hill Country during the Fourth of July weekend led to fatalities, with 21-year-old Ella Rose Cahill confirmed dead, leaving her family and others in search for closure.

Shane James Jr. is competent for trial for a deadly shooting spree after a Travis County judge's ruling, following a previous judgment of incompetency and hospitalization.

A North Carolina family died in a plane crash; the FAA and NTSB are investigating. The community mourns the loss of the Buchanan family, whose children attended Grace Christian Sanford School.

Justin Mohn's trial for beheading his father continues, revealing his intent to make a political statement and force federal resignations. Mohn posted a video of the act online. Evidence suggests premeditation and links to anti-government extremism.

The trial date for teenager Karmelo Anthony charged with first-degree murder is set for June 1, 2026, for the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf at a track meet.

Governor Abbott offers a reward for information on ICE facility attack suspect Benjamin Song, with combined rewards totaling $35,000. Song is wanted for attempted murder of a federal officer.

Tragic flooding at Camp Mystic resulted in the deaths of two 8-year-old girls from Austin, with a current death toll of 59. Community and school district efforts are providing support and counseling.

Kerr County, Texas, is experiencing severe floods with a death toll of 95, 161 missing, and extensive rescue operations in place, including over 2,100 personnel and stories of individual heroism.

A Texas man, Shane James, has been found competent for trial in a December 2023 shooting spree after treatment, facing charges including capital murder.

The APD made 39 DWI arrests in Austin over the Independence Day weekend, emphasizing the risks of impaired driving and urging the use of ride-share or designated drivers.