Austin police officer shortage leaves portion of East Austin without patrol

An entire portion of East Austin was left without a single patrol officer for two hours. The Austin Police Association says staffing levels are at critical levels.

Texas border, post-election violence big issues in new UT poll

A new UT Texas Politics Project poll indicates voters are digging in on several key issues this election season.

Missing Audrii Cunningham: Person of interest confesses leaving home with girl day of disappearance

Authorities provide additional details as the search for the missing 11-year-old, Audrii Cunningham, intensifies. Officials, including the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), held a press conference at the Polk County Judicial Center in Livingston on Monday,

Disturbing new details in deadly Austin hit-and-run case

Court documents reveal disturbing new details about a deadly hit-and-run. Jacob Sussman was arrested for intoxication manslaughter.

Austin singles can get free tattoo cover-ups of ex's name for Valentine's Day

Singles in central Texas used Valentine's Day to score a free tattoo and cover up their ex-lover's name. A local tattoo shop teamed up with the dating app Tinder to make it all happen.

Audrii Cunningham search: Prayer vigil held for missing 11-year-old

As the search for 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham entered its third day, the Livingston community came together in a poignant prayer vigil, led by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8568, to support the family and seek answers in a case that has shocked the tight-knit Polk County community, emphasizing the need for unity and an end to online speculation.

Austin guaranteed income pilot program: Does it work?

The city of Austin announced its guaranteed income pilot program will be making a comeback this spring. A report was recently released about how the trial run of that program went, and what we learned.

Lakewood Church shooting: Pastor Joel Osteen prays for shooter, her family at Sunday service

Pastor Joel Osteen hosted a special service on Sunday in response to a tragic incident at Lakewood Church, which included a ceremony for young families. In the face of fear and tragedy, the service was intended to provide solace and support to the Houston community.

Texas: The Issue Is - Rep. Chip Roy says Mayorkas deserved to be impeached

On their second attempt, Republicans successfully impeached DHS Sec. Alejandro Mayorkas over the border issue. His removal from office is unlikely, but Texas Rep. Chip Roy said it was necessary to help fix the problem.

AMBER alert discontinued for missing 17 year-old in Pearland

William Sieh, the 17-year-old who had been reported missing by the Pearland Police Department, has returned home safely as of Sunday.