North Texas faith leaders sue TEA, school districts over Ten Commandments law

The plaintiffs argue the law violates the First Amendment by unconstitutionally pressuring students into religious observance and interfering with parents' rights regarding their children's religious education.

2024 Hays County Road Bond struck down by judge over Texas Open Meetings Act violation

A judge has struck down the 2024 Hays County road bond, ruling that the Commissioners Court violated the Texas Open Meetings Act when it called for a special election for the $440 million bond.

APD asking for help in murder investigation
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APD Detectives Release Images of a Person of Interest in Connection to a Homicide Investigation. This person of interest is believed to be a dark-skinned male, with short dreadlocks. He appears to be wearing white shoes, light colored blue jeans and a long sleeve black shirt with a large white ?S? or possibly a dollar sign on the front.

Texas THC ban: Most Texans disapprove of SB 3, poll shows

New polling shows that most Texans disapprove of the Texas Legislature's effort to outlaw the production and sale of THC products in the state.

Police looking for person of interest in East Austin deadly shooting

Investigators with the Austin Police Department have identified the victim who was found shot in the neck this past weekend in East Austin.

Texas man gets decades in prison on domestic violence charges

A Hays County man has been sentenced to decades in prison after a jury found him guilty on domestic violence charges.

First responders urge fireworks safety ahead of Fourth of July

The Fourth of July firework sales started this week, and first responders are providing safety tips on handling fireworks and providing information on where they are legal in Central Texas.

Texas school bus crash: Cement truck driver reaches plea deal

A cement truck driver involved in a deadly crash with a Hays CISD school bus in March 2024 has reached a plea agreement.

Texas anti-NDA bill gets Abbott's signature, takes effect later this year

A law banning nondisclosure agreements in sexual assault cases will take effect later this year after getting Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's signature Saturday.

Texas to put warning labels on foods with certain food additives

A new Texas law will require warning labels on packaged foods containing certain additives that are "not recommended for human consumption" by authorities in Australia, Canada, the EU, or the UK.

Tren de Aragua member added to FBI's most wanted list

An alleged leader of a gang that's seen massive growth in Houston has been added to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives, the bureau announced Tuesday.

Austin ISD holds virtual meetings on possible school closures

Austin ISD will continue an online outreach program to discuss the proposal to close schools. The focus of the virtual open house is on the results of a recent community survey.

Former Dallas Cowboy Kelvin Joseph sued by family of motorcyclist killed in crash

Kelvin Joseph was charged with driving while intoxicated and collision involving death for his role in an early morning crash that killed motorcycle rider Cody Morris, a 27-year-old mother of two.

Texas loosens gun laws, bans 'red flag' orders

Gov. Greg Abbott signed several bills over the weekend making it easier to own certain firearms and restricting gun control measures.

Man shot, killed at East Austin gas station identified: APD

The Austin Police Department is asking the public for any photos or video they may have in connection with a murder in East Austin.