Texas 3 days ago Police should be taking 'closer look' at college student's death after mother's allegations: Former prosecutor Mother demands justice after Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera found dead on Austin balcony. Police say no foul play, but suspicious details emerge.
College 5 days ago Texas mother demands answers after 19-year-old daughter found dead hours after college tailgate Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera found dead at an Austin apartment after a tailgate. Mother seeks answers as police say no suspicious circumstances.
College November 25 College freshman died after fraternity hazing led to 'horrific' abuse, family says Family files wrongful death lawsuit against Sigma Chi fraternity at UT, alleging brutal hazing practices drove freshman Sawyer Updike to suicide in 2024.
Austin November 11 Texas man accused of child sex crimes avoids jail in plea deal with Soros-backed prosecutor: report Texas man avoids jail in child sex assault case after plea deal drops nine felony charges. Victim's father says he was blindsided by Travis County prosecutor's decision.
Texas October 25 One hospitalized after suspected shooting at Austin public library, prompting massive police response One person was hospitalized after an incident at the Austin Central Library. Police confirmed a gunshot was heard, and a suspect was arrested in South Austin within hours.
Houston and Galveston October 9 Houston police discover 16 bodies in bayous this year as mayor dismisses serial killer speculation Experts call for extensive investigation after 16 bodies discovered in Houston bayous, though officials say no evidence links the deaths to a serial killer.
Cold Case September 29 ‘Yogurt Shop Murders’ investigators lay out how they solved killings of four teen girls Austin police solved the 1991 "Yogurt Shop Murders" after 34 years using advanced DNA testing that linked Robert Eugene Brashers to the deaths of four teenage girls.
VIDEO September 29 Steve Doocy visits Texas university committed to free speech ‘Fox & Friends’ co-host Steve Doocy speaks with students and leaders at the University of Austin about freedom of speech on campus and Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
Austin September 5 Austin unveils $1M logo redesign, congressman blasts ‘woke’ rebrand as Cracker Barrel-style flop Austin officials unveiled a $1.1M rebrand with a new logo that critics blasted as woke, confusing and compared to a math textbook cover.
True Crime August 30 'Yogurt Shop Murders': Austin’s unsolved cold case continues to raise questions decades later A new HBO Max docuseries revisits the unsolved 1991 Austin yogurt shop murders that killed four teenage girls, exploring investigative mistakes and new DNA evidence
Texas August 12 Austin man charged with capital murder after deadly Target parking lot shooting spree Ethan Nieneker faces capital murder charges for allegedly shooting three people, including a 4-year-old girl, during a carjacking at an Austin Target store.
Politics August 10 Abbott vows indefinite special sessions, says fleeing Dems could face arrest ‘for literally years’ Governor Greg Abbott warned Texas Democrats will face arrest upon returning amid the redistricting standoff, vows to order continuous special sessions.
Texas July 5 Serial killer fears grip Texas community after dozens of bodies pulled from lake: 'Cannot be ignored' Austin's Lady Bird Lake continues to yield bodies of predominantly male victims, raising questions about serial killer theories while officials maintain the deaths have been accidental.
Crime June 25 Raw meat-eating fitness star arrested after bizarre challenge to Joe Rogan Social media star Brian Johnson, known as "Liver King," faces terroristic threat charges after allegedly threatening Joe Rogan in Instagram videos while in Texas.
Texas June 23 Texas lieutenant gov calls out Abbott for last-minute THC bill veto Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick expresses disappointment over Gov. Greg Abbott's late-night veto of a cannabis bill with overwhelming Republican support.
Iran June 22 'Squad' erupts in fury as Trump takes bold action against Iranian nuclear threat Far-left Squad members call Trump's strategic missile strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities 'illegal' and grounds for impeachment
Police and Law Enforcement June 13 Blue city joins LA chaos as anti-ICE agitators injure officers in violent riots Texas deploys National Guard troops as Austin police make eight arrests during anti-ICE riots where agitators defaced federal property, injured officers, and blocked roadways.
Crime May 30 Texas escaped inmate considered armed and dangerous after psychiatric hospital break Texas police are searching for McArthur Mathis, who escaped from a psychiatric hospital, on Wednesday. He is facing multiple charges and is considered armed and dangerous.
Texas April 23 Texas Lottery executive director resigns amid multiple investigations The Texas Lottery Commission explained what lottery couriers are after the agency's executive director resigned earlier this week during investigations.
Media April 4 Texas university argues college admissions policies are 'unjust,' touts new 'meritocratic admissions' policy The University of Austin in Texas has implemented what it argues is "the most meritocratic admissions policy" in the country while saying college admissions are "unjust."
Texas March 12 Texas execution of 'desert killer,' on death row for 30 years, blocked by court David Wood, 67, was sentenced to death in 1992 for the killing of six woman and girls in El Paso, Texas. He has spent nearly 33 years on death row for the crimes.
Texas February 16 Texas teen charged with murder released after bond reduced from $800K to $100 per charge: 'This is outrageous' A Texas teen accused in an October 2024 murder has been released from police custody after posting bond, which was dramatically reduced from $800,000 to $100 per charge.
Texas January 28 Texas Gov. Abbott orders DPS tactical strike teams to assist federal illegal immigration enforcement efforts Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered DPS tactical strike teams to assist the Trump administration's efforts to go after illegal immigrants inside the state, as Austin law enforcement officials vow to not comply.
Austin December 21 Body found in same Austin lake where 6 other deceased individuals were found in 2024 A body was found in a Texas lake, the same site where other deceased individuals have been discovered in recent months, authorities said.
Politics December 5, 2024 'Miscarriage of justice': Soros DA ripped by police for 'war' on cops after officer sentenced to prison 91±¬ÁÏ Digital spoke to law enforcement in Austin, Texas, after a police officer was sentenced to prison following prosecution from the county's progressive district attorney.
VIDEO November 26, 2024 University of Austin launches first cohort, replacing 'safe spaces' with open debate Michael Shires, Vice President of the University of Austin launches first cohort, replacing 'safe spaces' with open debate.
Cold Case October 29, 2024 Texas convicted serial killer potentially connected to more cold cases in Austin: report Investigators believe a convicted serial killer, who is serving life in prison, may be connected to more cold cases in Austin, Texas.
US October 16, 2024 'Coward' allegedly kills mother of his children and her boyfriend in Texas, Amber Alert issued Sherles Gregorio Machado-Hernandez was arrested and charged in a double homicide case involving the mother of his children and her new boyfriend, according to police.
US October 15, 2024 Gun-wielding suspect gets beaten up by employees at pizzeria he tried to rob: police A 19-year-old suspect in Texas was arrested after he allegedly tried to rob a Marco's Pizza location in Austin. Employees at the restaurant beat him up after he showed a gun.
Texas September 25, 2024 Cleared 'Trump Train' defendants liken their case to 'lawfare' campaign against former president Five of the six defendants in the "Trump Train" trial say they have been vindicated after they were cleared of voter intimidation allegations on Monday in a case stretching back to 2020.