Austin PD review of sex crime investigations finds areas in need of improvement

The Austin Police Department recently completed its first annual review of sexual assault cases as it tries to improve how they investigate the crimes.

19 dogs from Bastrop County breeding operation at AHS; over 30 dogs in total rescued

Over 30 dogs were rescued from a Bastrop County breeding operation for “doodle” type dogs. Nineteen of them are currently in the care of the Austin Humane Society.

Texas AMBER Alert: Woman charged with capital murder in mother's death

An Austin woman is accused of shooting and killing her mother at her Rockdale home Monday evening. She is currently charged with capital murder.

Massage Envy sexual assault in Austin; APD searching for suspect

Austin police are looking for a man who a woman said sexually assaulted her during a massage. The woman is now suing the Massage Envy where it happened, its franchise owner, and the massage therapist.

Matthew McConaughey, Woody Harrelson testify in support of Texas film incentives bill

Actors Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson testified before the Senate Finance Committee in support of legislation to beef up an incentive plan for the entertainment industry.