Viral fake home invasion trend causing 'misuse of emergency services': police

Round Rock police say its officers have responded to two hoax calls related to a viral social media trend where teens are staging home invasions with AI-generated images and texts to their parents.

Becker Elementary parents voice concerns over Austin ISD closures

Sweeping changes could be on the horizon for Austin ISD. AISD says it's fighting to save the district amid a nearly $20 million budget deficit.

Debate over proposed homeless center in South Austin heats up

There are new details on the proposed housing navigation center in South Austin that has brought pushback from the community.

Texas State University students, staff rally in support of former professor

Texas State University students and staff are rallying behind former professor Dr. Tom Alter. The professor was recently fired over comments made off-campus regarding political violence.

Multi-car crash in Elgin leaves 2 dead

Two people are dead following a multi-vehicle crash in Elgin, police said.

Parents facing charges in September 2024 death of 2-month-old Zayn Alston

Demari Ossain Alston and Trinity Nyomi Perez are facing felony charges in the death of their 2-month-old son. Their son was pronounced dead on September 11, 2024 in Houston.

Hundreds gather in Austin to join worldwide protests for Gaza ceasefire and sanctions

Hundreds of pro-Palestine demonstrators gathered in Austin as part of a Global Day of Action to demand a ceasefire, sanctions on Israel, and an arms embargo, with negotiations for a hostage-for-prisoners peace deal set to continue this week.