Limited parking at Commons Ford Ranch this Memorial Day weekend: PARD

Planning to spend Memorial Day weekend at Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park? Austin Parks & Recreation advises planning ahead and carpooling if possible due to limited parking.

New details released on deadly shooting involving man in wheelchair

New details have been released about the officer-involved shooting in South Austin over the weekend. A man in a wheelchair holding a replica gun was shot and killed.

Watch: Lightning bolt blasts police cruiser

A lightning bolt struck a police cruiser in Oklahoma during a severe storm Monday night, a moment captured on surveillance video.

Tango Blast gang members sentenced for human smuggling conspiracy

Their smuggling attempts in Laredo, Texas involved high-speed chases, with one suspect driving into the Rio Grande and swimming to Mexico.

APD over-reports use of force data: report

The City of Austin held a special meeting on Monday to discuss public safety at Austin City Hall. It came on the heels of the deadly officer-involved shooting over the weekend.

Rep. LaMonica McIver charged with assault after Newark mayor’s arrest outside ICE facility

New Jersey Rep. LaMonica McIver is facing federal assault charges after a clash with officers during the arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka outside a detention center. Prosecutors dropped Baraka’s case but say McIver impeded law enforcement.

Texas Dems partially block controversial part of bail reform package

The Texas House considered two Senate Joint Resolutions Monday related to bail reform in Texas. Both propose constitutional amendments which would require a public vote.

Round Rock Juneteenth shooting: 4 more suspects arrested

Four more people have been arrested in connection to the deadly Juneteenth celebration in Round Rock last June.

'Summer Willis Act' passes Texas House, needs Senate vote

The Summer Willis Act, or House Bill 3073, would clarify that sex without clear, ongoing and informed consent, especially when someone is intoxicated or unable to resist, is sexual assault.

White Sox honor Pope Leo XIV with new ballpark tribute

From the South Side to the Vatican, the Chicago White Sox have unveiled new artwork honoring Pope Leo XIV.