The Austin Police Department reports five homicides in over a week, with Chief Lisa Davis and Assistant Chief Eric Fitzgerald highlighting their commitment to arrests and investigations amidst an increase in violent crimes.

CBP officers seized 35 pounds of cocaine valued at $468,302 at the Progreso Port of Entry during a vehicle inspection.

Austin Mayor Kirk Watson claimed re-election victory with a slim margin, awaiting official tally as challenger Carmen Llanes Pulido has yet to concede. Watson is set to address key issues like affordability and public safety in his new term.

A crash involving a semi-truck on I-35 near West Parmer Lane led to the road's closure and traffic delays as crews worked to clear spilled metal poles. No injuries were reported.

The APD is seeking public help to find a suspect in a fatal hit-and-run on East Stassney Lane. A reward is offered for information leading to an arrest.

Austin's weather forecast includes sun, possible thunderstorms, and variable temperatures, with winds up to 25 mph and a high chance of rain Sunday night into Monday. Conditions expected to stabilize with sunny days later in the week.

Chloe Alexis Driver's murder trial, where she is accused of killing her 13-month-old daughter amidst claims of being in a polygamist cult, enters its third day with a focus on her mental state.

A man was fatally stabbed at a homeless camp in southeast Austin, with no suspects yet identified or arrested.

Austin police arrested a suspect, Lavonta Harrison, for the fatal shooting of Shelby Wayne Cody outside the Texas Health and Human Services Building. Witnesses tried to save Cody, but he died in hospital. This marks Austin's 57th homicide in 2024.

Austin Mayor Kirk Watson secures re-election by a narrow margin, narrowly avoiding a runoff, and commits to focusing on critical city issues during his new term.

A student at Windermere Elementary in Pflugerville, TX, was diagnosed with measles, prompting school and health officials to notify and advise parents. No further confirmed cases were reported.

The Texas Transportation Commission discussed safety campaigns, transit funding, and infrastructure projects, emphasizing the "End the Streak" initiative to prevent road fatalities.

Austin Police are investigating the city's 61st homicide after a person was found dead at a North Austin apartment complex, with a person of interest detained.