1 dead following crash involving person on scooter in east Austin
Austin Police responded to a fatal crash Tuesday evening that involved a vehicle and a person riding on a scooter.
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One dead after crash between scooter and vehicle in east Austin Tuesday night
A man is dead after a crash involving an electric scooter and a vehicle in east Austin Tuesday night, APD has confirmed.Just before 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, APD offic...
Firefighters urge fireworks safety ahead of Fourth of July celebrations
With the Fourth of July just days away, Central Texas firefighters and safety experts are urging everyone to exercise caution as communities prepare for historic celebrations marking America’s 250th birthday....
Elgin police investigating suspicious death; person of interest identified
Elgin police are investigating a suspicious death on Tuesday, according to the department.Elgin Police Department confirmed officers are actively investigating...
Adults arrested after 16 children found in 'deplorable' conditions in southern Ohio home
Authorities arrested four adults on felony child endangerment charges after discovering 16 children in dire need of medical treatment Tuesday in a rural southern Ohio home. The Ohio Bureau of Investigation and local sheriff's department searched a home in the small village of Ham...
10-year-old stabbed Dollar Tree employee during robbery in Pennsylvania, police say
A 10-year-old boy who allegedly robbed a Dollar Tree store in Pennsylvania is also accused of stabbing multiple times one of the employees trying to detain him....
Three of Texas' 10 Most Wanted Sex Offenders arrested in Houston, Plano, and Hidalgo
Three fugitives on the Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offenders list are back in custody following a series of multi-agency arrests across the state.
Downtown Austin restaurant employee reportedly stabbed customer, court documents say
Police arrested a server at Bob's Steak and Chop House Friday. Witnesses told police the server stabbed one of the guests, whom the server recognized from church....
Man arrested, accused of stabbing victim multiple times at downtown Austin steakhouse
A man was arrested after he allegedly stabbed another man at a downtown Austin steakhouse over the weekend, according police.The Austin Police Department said o...
13-year-old boy charged with manslaughter after shooting, killing another teen
A 13-year-old boy was arrested Monday night for shooting and killing another teen, Amarillo police said.According to authorities, the shooting happened at about...
Pastor stabbed by server at downtown Austin restaurant
Officials say a server at a downtown Austin restaurant has been arrested and charged after stabbing a pastor dining there.
Austin credit card fraud suspect linked to Dallas case
A woman suspected of credit card fraud in Austin has been linked to a similar case in Dallas, says the Austin Police Department.
10 arrested in Llano County, charged with sex crimes, solicitation of prostitution
The Llano County Sheriff's Office recently arrested 10 people in what it called a "proactive enforcement initiative focused on reducing human trafficking, protecting children and vulnerable individuals from sexual exploitation, and holding registered sex offenders accountable."...
Grass fire burns at least 100 acres in Llano County
A grass fire that broke out in Llano County on Monday afternoon was 75% contained by the evening after burning at least 100 acres, according to the Llano Police...
Man wins $50K lawsuit after protesting, trolling national guard with Darth Vader theme song
The District of Columbia has agreed to a $50,000 settlement to resolve a lawsuit from a man who claimed police detained him for playing Darth Vader's theme song while following an Ohio National Guard patrol....
Exterminator finds body in NYC school chimney: NYPD
An exterminator found a body in the chimney of a New York City public school in Queens on Tuesday morning, police said.
Medication used to treat heart failure recalled nationwide
Nearly 1 million bottles of the medication are being recalled because they may contain a foreign substance, according to an FDA recall alert.
Austin ISD police chief discharged from hospital nearly 4 weeks after motorcycle crash
Austin ISD Police Chief Wayne Sneed has been released from the hospital, nearly four weeks after he was injured in a motorcycle crash during a motorcade operati...
Austin ISD Police Chief Sneed released from hospital after motorcycle accident
Austin ISD Police Department Chief Sneed has been discharged from the hospital nearly four weeks after a motorcycle accident.
Austin ISD police chief released from hospital 4 weeks after motorcycle crash
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Wayne Sneed, the police chief for the Austin Independent School District, is out of the hospital, according to the district. The chief received treatment and physical rehabilitation at the Dell Seton Medical Center after his motorcycle crash on June 3. The crash ...
Deadly Texas flooding: Marble Falls Area Volunteer Fire Department honors former chief
The Marble Falls Area Volunteer Fire Department is honoring former Chief Michael Phillips. He went missing during the deadly July 4th floods last year....
Austin robbery: 3 suspects accused of injuring 7-Eleven employee, stealing alcohol
The Austin Police Department is asking for help identifying three robbery suspects.
Police seek suspects in Central Austin 7-Eleven robbery that injured store clerk
Police are asking for the public's help identifying three suspects who robbed a Central Austin 7-Eleven and tackled a store clerk in the early morning hours of...
Williamson County deadly crash: Driver of semi-truck killed
Authorities say they're investigating a deadly crash involving a semi-truck that went over the side of an overpass and onto SH 130.
California children airlifted to burn center after roasting marshmallows goes wrong
Two children were airlifted to a burn center, and an adult was hospitalized after a backyard gathering in Oceanside went wrong when a small outdoor tabletop fireplace that was being used to roast marshmallows flashed and shot flames at the children, igniting their clothing....
Williamson Co. deadly crash involving 18-wheeler that went off overpass
Authorities say they're investigating a deadly crash involving an truck-tractor that went over the side of overpass and onto SH 130.
18-wheeler falls off overpass, shuts down SH 130 at University Blvd
Multiple emergency agencies are investigating after an 18-wheeler "went over the side" of an overpass in Williamson County on Monday.
Fatality reported after 18-wheeler falls from overpass on SH 130 in Williamson County
At least one person is dead after a two-vehicle crash sent an 18-wheeler off an overpass onto State Highway 130 in Williamson County on Monday, the Texas Depart...
18-wheeler goes over side of highway overpass in Round Rock
The Round Rock Police Department says there has been a major crash at SH 130 and University Boulevard.
Flesh-eating screwworm outbreak escalates in West Texas; strict transport ban issued
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 27, prompting Texas authorities to issue a fresh round of emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's expansion in West Texa...
Free rides on CapMetro for Austin's Independence Day event
CapMetro announced it will suspend fares starting at 5 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, ahead of the annual Austin Symphony Orchestra concert and fireworks show downtown....
UT Austin researchers develop jacket that pulls drinking water from the air
Researchers at UT Austin have developed a wearable textile that pulls moisture from the atmosphere and converts it into drinking water, potentially helping hikers, farmers and emergency responders stay hydrated....
13-year-old boy who drowned at Boerne Lake identified by family
The body of a 13-year-old boy was recovered after he drowned at Boerne Lake. Fire officials say two children struggled while swimming, but only one made it to shore....
Missing man found dead in Travis County after 'extensive search,' sheriff's office says
A missing man, previously the subject of a Silver Alert, has been found dead after an "extensive search," according to the Travis County Sheriff's Office....
Austin firefighters honored for response to W 6th St. mass shooting in March
Austin firefighters were recently honored by Mayor Kirk Watson and the City of Austin for their courageous actions during the mass shooting on West 6th Street a...
Individual dies in apparent jump from overpass, forcing lane closures at I-35 and I-45 interchange
Southbound lanes of Interstate 35 and connecting flyovers were partially shut down Sunday afternoon after an individual died in an apparent jump from an overpass, police said....
Individual dies in apparent jump from overpass, forcing lane closures in Round Rock
Southbound lanes of Interstate 35 and connecting flyovers were partially shut down after an individual died in an apparent jump from an overpass, police said....
3 firefighters die fighting Snyder Fire near Colorado-Utah border
The fast-moving flames of a wildfire burning near the Colorado-Utah border claimed the lives of three firefighters and injured two others who had huddled inside emergency shelters to escape the blaze....
Del Valle ISD police officer indicted
On Wednesday, the Travis County District Attorney's Office announced a Travis County grand jury indicted Del Valle ISD Police Officer Ruben Gonzales.
Centcom: US conducts additional strikes on Iran
The incident comes amid a renewed flare-up in the Gulf that has seen the U.S. and Iran exchange fire in recent days.
Texas-sized celebrations: Biggest 4th of July shows in the Lone Star State
Saturday, July 4, 2026, marks a special celebration of 250 years of independence for United States of America. From firework shows to live music and hot dogs, there is something for everyone to enjoy....
Montgomery County deputy killed while responding to crash on I-45 near Houston
THE WOODLANDS, Texas — A Montgomery County Sheriff's Office deputy was killed early Sunday morning after being struck by a commercial truck while responding to...
Teenager drowns in Lake Jacksonville while attempting to rescue 5-year-old child
A 15-year-old boy drowned Saturday afternoon in Lake Jacksonville after trying to rescue a 5-year-old child who had drifted into deep water, police said....
Marble Falls VFD dedicates new fire station to Chief Michael Phillips after flood death
A new fire station in Marble Falls is now a permanent tribute to a chief the community lost in last summer’s deadly floods.The Marble Falls Area Volunteer Fire...
Marble Falls Area Fire Department dedicates new station to late chief
An open house and official dedication of the Michael E. Phillips Fire Station (Station #2) was held Saturday morning by the Marble Falls Area Volunteer Fire Dep...
Marble Falls Area VFD dedicates fire station to chief who went missing during floods
The Marble Falls Area VFD officially opened and dedicated the Michael E. Phillips Fire Station, honoring the fire chief who went missing while responding to the devastating July 2025 floods....
Kyle bans fireworks within city limits ahead of Fourth of July
Kyle police remind residents fireworks are illegal in city limits as the Fourth of July nears, urging safer celebrations at the city’s official display....
Utah wildfire grows rapidly, forcing more evacuations
A fast-moving wildfire in southern Utah grew rapidly overnight, fueled by intense heat, strong winds, and extremely dry conditions, prompting additional evacuation orders....
Multi-agency investigation underway after 4 shot in East Texas Whataburger parking lot
Two people were killed and two others were injured during an early morning shooting in an East Texas Whataburger parking lot, police said Saturday.
Unloaded gun found in Pflugerville child's backpack at preschool
An unloaded gun was found in a child's backpack at earlier this month.On June 12, Pflugerville Police responded to the Pflugerville Community Church Preschool...
Man fatally shot inside Austin's Colony home; suspect in custody
A 47-year-old Austin man has been arrested and charged with murder after a fatal shooting early Saturday morning in the Austin’s Colony neighborhood, authorities said....
One dead, suspect arrested following homicide in Austin's Colony
A man in his 40s is dead and a suspect was detained following a shooting in Austin's Colony near Hornsby Bend.According to the Travis County Sheriff's Office,...
Texas agricultural officials issue emergency quarantines across 21 counties for screwworm parasite
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 26, as Texas authorities issue a wave of emergency quarantine orders to contain the flesh-eating parasite's expansion into Deep South Texas....
Ex-youth pastor arrested in 20-year-old death of wife at Zion National Park
Former youth pastor David Vander Meer has been arrested and charged with murder and insurance fraud in connection with the 2006 death of his wife, Bernadette Vander Meer, at Utah's Zion National Park....
Man killed in San Marcos officer-involved shooting, police say
Police say a man was killed in an officer-involved shooting at a San Marcos apartment complex. The Texas Rangers are assisting with the investigation.
Officer-involved shooting under investigation in San Marcos
San Marcos police are investigating an officer-involved shooting Friday night at an apartment complex, according to authorities.The incident happened at the Mis...
Unloaded gun found in daycare child's backpack
Earlier this month, police responded to Pflugerville Community Church Preschool when a teacher found a gun in a student's backpack, the police department said in an email....
Gun found in child's backpack at Pflugerville church day camp
Earlier this month, police responded to Pflugerville Community Church Preschool when a teacher found a gun in a student's backpack, the police department said in an email....
Austin-Travis Country Wildfire Coalition seeks public input
The Austin-Travis County Wildfire Coalition is seeking public input for updates to the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) now through July 6.
Texas sex offender fugitive captured in Marble Falls after tip
A man who was on the Texas Department of Public Safety's list of the 10 Most Wanted Sex Offenders was arrested in Marble Falls on Sunday, officials said.Victor...
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