A former Morgan Stanley advisor, Jesus Rodriguez de la Cruz, was sentenced to 12 years for a multi-million-dollar fraud, including wire fraud and identity theft.

Austin officials declared a "Vaccines for Children Day" amid a Texas measles outbreak, highlighting the importance of vaccination and the 30-year success of the VFC program.

Austin joins the C40 Heat, Health, and Equity Challenge to protect vulnerable residents from extreme heat, with a $70,000 grant to develop strategies for 2025.

The Round Rock City Council has approved a $5.1 million contract for street maintenance, including milling, new asphalt, and repairs to curbs and sidewalks.

Austin announces a Warrant Amnesty Program from March 31-April 25, waiving fees for those with citations or warrants, no arrests made upon approaching the court.

Williamson County Sheriff's Office investigates a suspected murder-suicide near Round Rock, with no current public threat. Details are limited as the case is ongoing.

A massage facility in Round Rock was closed for suspected human trafficking involving sexual services, with a TDLR emergency order against its owners. An inspection revealed an employee unaware of the illicit activities was residing there.

Texas Senate Bill 546 proposes mandating 3-point seat belts on all school buses to enhance student safety, removing exemptions for older buses and financial constraints in certain districts.

The Austin City Council is reviewing the potential to extend the trial of automated license plate readers used to aid crime reduction, amid concerns over civil liberties and data sharing practices.

One man was injured in a late-night shooting at a Pflugerville apartment complex; police are investigating and have stated that there is no public risk.

Texas lawmakers are reviewing bills that would make certain police misconduct records confidential, which could clash with Austin's ordinance for public access to these files.

A Killeen man was sentenced to 10 years for his part in a scheme stealing over $2.75 million worth of military gear from Fort Cavazos and selling it online.

Albert Garcia was arrested by the Austin Police Department for alleged narcotics distribution after a search warrant uncovered drugs and cash at his residence.