Gun violence survivors fight for easier access to victim compensation resources in Austin

Gun violence survivors are fighting for easier access to victim compensation resources in Austin. They’re also calling for state funds to be allocated to the local trauma resource center

Selena's killer, Yolanda Saldivar, denied parole

Yolanda Saldivar was denied parole Thursday. The 64-year-old was convicted of murder in the 1995 killing of Tejano music star Selena.

Man arrested for exposing himself to women near Congress Ave.

A man was arrested in connection with three counts of indecent exposure, the Austin Police Department (APD) said.

Dallas rapper Yella Beezy's murder-for-hire bond reduced to $750,000

A North Texas rapper faced a judge on Wednesday morning after being arrested for allegedly orchestrating the murder of a fellow rapper in 2020. She agreed to reduce his $2 million bond.

Austin Municipal Court announces 2025 Warrant Amnesty Program

The Austin Municipal Court will hold their 2025 Warrant Amnesty program. From March 31 to April 25, people can take care of their unpaid tickets and outstanding warrants without threat of arrest.

Identity of MS-13 top leader arrested in Virginia released

The identity of the top MS-13 gang leader who was arrested on Thursday morning in Dale City has been released.

Round Rock massage facility closed due to suspected human trafficking

A massage facility in Round Rock was issued an emergency closure for suspected human trafficking, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) said.

Hawaii doctor accused of trying to kill wife on hiking trail

A doctor is accused of attempting to kill his wife on a hiking trail in Oahu by pushing her off the trail and striking her in the head with a rock.

What is MS-13? Gang's top leader arrested in Virginia, feds say

Mara Salvatrucha 13, or MS-13, is a violent transnational gang that originated in Los Angeles, and has since gained a grip on much of Central America.

Crime rate and car burglaries rise in West Austin communities

Austin police are addressing the rising number of car burglaries and the crime rate near UT Austin and West Austin communities.

Popular Phoenix yoga instructor goes missing after scheduled blind date

Friends and family are searching for Marcus Freiberger, a well-known yoga instructor from Phoenix's Melrose District. The 45-year-old has been missing for almost a month.

Texas Rangers identify suspect in 2016 cold case murder of woman with 9 children

The Texas Rangers and the Laredo Police Department have identified the man believed to be responsible for the 2016 killing of 33-year-old Janette Escamilla Jaramillo, of Laredo.

U.S. issues travel warning for popular Caribbean island

The U.S. government is warning citizens against travel to a Caribbean island because of serious crime, terrorism and kidnapping risks.