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.

The Austin Police Department is probing a fatal single-car crash that occurred at FM 973 and Spirit Drive, marking the city's 50th traffic death in 2025.

A young man died from blunt force trauma after a violent altercation at Kerby Lane restaurant in Austin; a suspect has been charged with first-degree murder.

Severe flooding in Central Texas led to 82 deaths, including NFL owner Clark Hunt's young relative and 27 at Camp Mystic, with more missing. Communities mourn the tragedy.

Flash floods in Kerr County, Texas result in at least 68 fatalities, including 28 children, with ongoing searches for missing campers.

Scammers target families of Texas flood victims, demanding money while posing as having information about their missing loved ones, compounding the tragedy and hindering the search efforts.

A pedestrian named Jesus Rodriguez Barragan was killed in a hit-and-run collision on July 4, in Austin, marking the city's 49th fatal crash of 2025. The incident is under investigation.

At least 43 people, with 15 children among them, died after catastrophic flooding in Kerr County, Texas. Rescuers and state officials, including the Governor and DHS Secretary, continue searching for the missing.

Samuel Tyson, 67, was found dead after a small fire in his Leander home; initially reported as an explosion, authorities confirmed no such event occurred. The fire was contained to a couch, and the incident is under investigation.

Julian Ryan died trying to save his family from severe flooding in Ingram; over 230 people were rescued, with 24 fatalities reported. His family questions the emergency response and advocates for better flood preparedness.

Williamson County faces severe flooding; multiple areas under warnings and evacuations. Shelters have been set up for evacuees and information is available on the county's website and social media.

Kerrville, Texas, is facing a catastrophic flash flood, with the Guadalupe River causing fatalities, prompting mandatory evacuations and a disaster declaration.

A judge dismissed the Austin Police Department from a lawsuit filed by the family of Alex Gonzales Jr., who claimed officers used excessive force in his fatal shooting.