Marijuana decriminalization: Lockhart City Council votes to reject Lockhart Freedom Act

Lockhart city officials have voted to reject the Lockhart Freedom Act, which would have decriminalized low-level marijuana possession in the city. Voters approved the Act in November.

Round Rock recognized among top 50 safest cities in the U.S.

Round Rock is being recognized for its safety according to a new study ranking the safest cities in America.

Austin City Council holds public hearing on proposed regulations for short-term rentals

The city of Austin is looking to put more regulations on short-term rentals, like AirBnBs and Vrbos. City Council held a public hearing to get feedback on the proposals.

Ford Truck owners beware! A new crime trend could cost you thousands

The Webster Police Department recently investigated a crime ring responsible for stealing taillights from high-end Ford trucks around the greater Harris County region.

Garland Uber driver accused of sexually assaulting child shot, arrested at Houston McDonald's

Task force officers shot a child sex crime fugitive in Houston months after he cut off his ankle monitor and fled North Texas. He's accused of raping a 12-year-old girl in Plano.

Trump admin recalls USAID staff worldwide amid foreign aid freeze

The Trump administration is recalling USAID staff from overseas, placing most on leave as part of a broader foreign aid freeze. The move effectively dismantles the agency's global presence and has sparked backlash from diplomatic and humanitarian groups.

Large anti-ICE protest fills street in North Austin; 2 arrested by APD

A large anti-ICE protest filled a street in North Austin Monday night. Austin police say two people were arrested and reported that "agitators" at the event threw bottles and rocks at officers.

Man arrested, accused of misrepresenting age, sexually assaulting young girls: APD

A 20-year-old man is facing multiple felony charges in Travis and Hays counties for sexually assaulting multiple young girls. He allegedly told the girls he was 16 when he was actually 20.

Skier injured after chair falls 20 feet from lift at New Hampshire ski resort

New Hampshire authorities are investigating after a chair fell 20 feet from a ski lift, injuring one person, according to the State Fire Marshal’s office.

California man returns home after fire to find giant bear has moved in

Wildlife officials had to work for nearly 24 hours and set a food trap full of special treats to coax the massive, 525-lb. bear out.

ICE Houston deports accused child rapist to Mexico

Officials say a man who has illegally entered the U.S. four times and is wanted in Veracruz, Mexico, for the rape of a child, has been deported to Mexico.

50 states, 50 protests against Project 2025, Trump orders planned for Feb. 5

Protests against Project 2025 and President Donald Trump's executive orders are planned for Wednesday at state Capitol buildings in all 50 states.

ICE El Paso arrests 3 Venezuelan nationals, including 2 known Tren de Aragua associates

On Monday, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the arrest of three Venezuelan nationals who were illegally in the United States. They were arrested on Jan. 28 in El Paso, Texas.

Dallas ICE removes Romanian national wanted for human trafficking

On Monday, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement released information about the removal of Ionel Cirpaci from the United States. He is a 61-year-old Romanian national who was wanted in his home country for human trafficking.

China responds to Trump's tariffs: See the list

China has announced retaliatory tariffs on select American imports and an antitrust investigation into Google.