Christopher Taylor deadly conduct trial: Jury finds APD officer guilty

A Travis County jury has found Austin police officer Christopher Taylor guilty of deadly conduct in the 2019 death of Dr. Mauris DeSilva.

Man gets life in prison without parole for sexually abusing child for years: DA

Christopher Lee Head was accused of sexually abusing his victim between the ages of five and eight, says the Hays County Criminal District Attorney's office.

Georgetown couple sentenced to federal prison for COVID-era PPP loan fraud

A Georgetown couple has been sentenced to a combined 32 years in federal prison for their part in a scheme to defraud the Paycheck Protection Program out of millions.

Couple dead in Hutto murder-suicide

A couple was found dead in Hutto following a domestic disturbance, the sheriff's office said.

Christopher Taylor deadly conduct trial: Jury deliberations continue for third day

Jury deliberations in the trial of Christopher Taylor have reached a third day. He is charged with deadly conduct in the 2019 shooting death of Mauris DeSilva.

Austin man sentenced for hitting, killing teen with stolen car during 2022 high-speed chase

Leandro Brito-Martinez was sentenced to decades in prison in the July 2022 death of 14-year-old Tobias Soto. Brito-Martinez had been fleeing from police when he ran a red light, hit another car and struck Soto, officials say.

2 stabbings reported in North Austin; 1 man killed

Police are investigating two separate stabbings in North Austin. One of the stabbings left a man dead.

Austin ISD teacher fired, charged for allegedly forcibly pinning 6-year-old to a wall

An Austin ISD first-grade teacher has been charged for forcibly pinning a six-year-old to a wall with a classroom door using his full body weight, court documents say.

UT Tower to undergo historic restoration starting in November

Starting in November, UT Austin will begin restoring the exterior of the iconic UT Tower as part of the “Our Tower: the Next 100 Years” project.

What is a Blue Alert?

Much of Texas was awakened by a Blue Alert on Friday morning leaving many wondering, what is a Blue Alert?

Blue Alert: Man wanted for shooting Texas police officer

A Blue Alert was issued early Friday morning for a man suspected of shooting a police officer in the Texas Panhandle.

Missing child: Austin police looking for 8-year-old

The Austin Police Department is asking the public for help locating Aaron Camacho who was last seen in the 400 block of E. Wonsley at around 11:50 p.m. on October 3.

Jeanie Chavez: San Antonio woman still missing after 2.5 months

Jeanie Chavez, from San Antonio, has been missing for two and a half months. Missing in Texas reporter Angela Shen spoke with her mother who is still looking for answers.

Safety tips for Austin City Limits 2024 festival goers

Austin public safety officials shared expert advice on how to protect yourself and your belongings when attending large events.

Round Rock Sports Center begins construction for expansion project

Construction crews carved out where the foundation will eventually lay on the new expansion project at the Round Rock Sports Center.