Americans over 60 lost $3.4 billion to scams in 2023, FBI says

Elder fraud losses in the U.S. jumped to $3.4 billion in 2023, according to a new FBI report. Tech support and investment scams led the way in targeting Americans over 60.

Accused fentanyl dealer sentenced to 30 years in prison for murder

An accused fentanyl dealer was sentenced to 30 years in prison for murder. Officials said the man is accused of selling fentanyl to a man that later died of an overdose in Leander.

Trevor Milton, Nikola founder, pardoned by President Trump

Prosecutors said Trevor Milton claimed to have built a revolutionary truck that was actually a GM truck with Nikola’s logo stamped onto it.

Body found on MoPac in Austin; police investigating

The Austin Police Department is investigating a deadly auto-pedestrian crash that happened on MoPac.

Top MS-13 gang leader arrested in Woodbridge, Virginia

U.S. authorities have arrested one of the top leaders of the MS-13 gang in the country, the FBI announced Thursday.

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.