Man facing multiple felonies for AI-generated illicit images of underage girls: police

A 19-year-old is facing multiple felonies for allegedly posting AI-generated illicit images of female juveniles on social media. Police say they've seen an increase in this type of crime in recent years.

Registered sex offender escapes from Austin psych hospital: sheriff

A registered sex offender has escaped from an Austin psychiatric hospital, says the Grimes County Sheriff's Office. He also has multiple warrants and charges out of other counties.

InfoWars writer shooting: Two new suspects arrested, charged with capital murder

Austin investigators believe the suspects, who they say had a history of stealing Kias, shot Jamie White outside his apartment while trying to steal his car.

Bodies of Texas family found in Alaska after boat capsized during 2024 vacation

The Alaska Dive, Search, Rescue, and Recovery Team reports they have found the remains of a Central Texas family who were reported missing after their boat capsized off the coast of Homer, Alaska in August 2024.

Dallas stillborn baby's body found at laundry facility in Shreveport

The remains of a stillborn baby from Dallas were discovered wrapped in linens at a laundry facility in Shreveport, Louisiana. The bizarre discovery led to what police called a “tragic and disturbing" investigation.

Texas Senate leaders celebrate passage of homestead exemption increases

Leaders in the Texas Senate will hold a news conference Thursday on the passage of two bills that will give homeowners in the state larger tax savings.

Austin officials discuss severe weather damage
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City officials held a news conference on Thursday morning to discuss impacts from the storms from May 28 , recovery efforts and preparing for future storms.

Austin weather: Severe storms leave 35K without power

Austin Energy says it is working 24/7 to restore power to customers after storms rolled through the area.

Round Rock nears completion of dam project to prevent flooding

The city of Round Rock says it is nearing the completion of a major dam project in order to prevent flooding in areas like West Round Rock.

Potential THC ban in Texas: Business owner reacts to passage of SB 3

Texas lawmakers passed a ban on THC products which have become widely and legally available in recent years. SB 3 still needs Gov. Abbott's signature.

Severe storms cause damage, power outages across Austin area

Severe storms on Wednesday night caused damage and flooding across Austin, including a collapsed roof at a gas station and broken glass.