A Travis County jury convicted Misael Alexander Rodas Martinez of continuous sexual abuse and indecency with a child; he was sentenced to 35 years with no parole. The case began after an arrest in November 2024 and moved through a grand jury in 2025.

Authorities arrested a former Smithville postal employee after a three‑year probe into a check‑forgery ring that investigators say compromised about $1.6M.

John Messinger won the Place 9 Republican primary for the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals; Alison Fox and Thomas Smith will face a May runoff for Place 3.

A Flock Safety camera alert and store footage helped Buda police arrest a 35‑year‑old man on multiple fraud and vehicle burglary charges.

A pipeline failure forced Pflugerville into a local disaster and Stage 3 water restrictions. Crews are installing a temporary bypass while residents must limit water use to indoor needs.

Dell Children's completed its 50th pediatric heart transplant after five years of program building, bringing more complex cardiac care to Central Texas.

A 28‑acre parcel beside the Costco on Hwy 6 is under contract to a Dallas developer for a retail, dining and entertainment center; the city granted extra time for due diligence.

Muggy start with highs near 85F and gusty south winds. Slight shower chance today; heavier rain and flood risk returns this weekend.

Boni’s, a Spain-inspired bar from Lenoir’s team, opens Friday on South First with Spanish cocktails, natural wines and tapas-style snacks.

Austin state Rep. Gina Hinojosa won the Democratic primary and will challenge Gov. Greg Abbott in November. Her campaign ran on schools, health care and anti-corruption themes.

Vox Media’s podcast stage at SXSW will host Gavin Newsom and Spike Jonze next weekend in Austin, joining a late-wave festival rollout of music and celebrity events.

Spotify will mark its 20th anniversary at SXSW with a Stubb's showcase featuring Alanis Morissette, Ella Langley and a St. Vincent DJ set.

Austin police are asking for help finding Johnny Otero, wanted on a sexual-assault warrant. Crime Stoppers lists the case and may offer a reward for tips.