All 5 Austin men arrested for November 2024 murder were out on bond at time of killing: APD

Austin police said all five men arrested for the November 2024 murder of Xavier Jones were out on bond at the time of the killing. Community leaders are outraged and are calling for reform.

Purple public notice slips mailed to Austinites: What do they mean?

If you live in Austin, you may have noticed a purple "public notice" slip in the mail. It has two proposed changes to land development code.

No injuries reported after mobile home fire in Lakeway

No injuries were reported after a mobile home fire in Lakeway. An investigation is now underway.

Austin police seek suspect in mail theft

Police are asking for the public's help identifying a man suspected of stealing mail.

Plane crash in D.C.: Local commercial pilot speaks on deadly crash

Over 60 people are dead after a midair plane crash over the Potomac River near the Reagan National Airport on Wednesday night.

City of Austin prioritizing funding for homeless response

Austin City Council held its first meeting of the year. One of their commitments is finding funding to tackle homelessness for the next decade.

Texas lawmakers urged to ramp up laws to fight human trafficking

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Advocates for victims gathered Thursday at the state capitol. They are urging lawmakers to pass major reforms.

Air traffic controller staffing has been issue at Austin's airport for years

For years, Congressman Lloyd Doggett has been calling for more air traffic controllers after several near misses at Austin’s airport. He said Wednesday night's midair crash near Washington D.C. is a reminder that a tragedy could happen anywhere.

4.5 magnitude earthquake confirmed near Falls City

The U.S. Geological Survey has confirmed a 4.5 magnitude earthquake happened Wednesday night near Falls City.

ICE agents conducting sweeps in Central Texas

ICE agents are carrying out sweeps across the country, including here in Central Texas. These operations are a part of the Trump administration's plan to crackdown on illegal immigration.

President Trump's executive orders could hurt Austin groups, Doggett says

President Trump's budget office is rescinding a memo that seemed to freeze spending on federal grants. It sparked widespread confusion and legal challenges across the country.

West Lake Hills Police recover stolen Steve McQueen tribute Jaguar

A custom car modeled after Steve McQueen's 1956 Jaguar XKSS has been recovered after it was reported stolen in December.

Austin man charged with smuggling firearms into Mexico

An Austin man was charged with smuggling goods out of the United States after he was found with firearms, magazines and scopes.