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Austin American-Statesman
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New approach to justice changing outcomes in Williamson County

6+ hour, 58+ min ago  (1267+ words) District Court Judge Stacey'Mathews, seen at the Williamson County Justice Center in Georgetown, helps run a program to keep young adults who have committed nonviolent felonies out of jail.' Dillan was homeless and living in a tent when he was…...

Austin American-Statesman
statesman.com > news > crime > article > hays-county-miguel-simpson-sex-assault-guadalupe-21943749.php

Hays County corrections officer arrested, charged with sexual assault

1+ day, 20+ hour ago  (173+ words) The Hays County Sheriff's Office said it "holds its personnel to the highest standards" and will conduct an administrative investigation following the arrest of a corrections officer Thursday. A corrections officer with the'Hays County Sheriff's Office was arrested this week…...

Austin American-Statesman
statesman.com > news > article > austin-february-photos-21941124.php

See February photos: Yogurt Shop trial, ICE protests, Spurs basketball.

3+ day, 1+ hour ago  (197+ words) See February photos: Yogurt Shop trial, ICE protests, Spurs basketball.Austin American-Statesman February in Austin brought powerful moments in courtrooms, classrooms and arenas, capturing the tension, emotion and energy shaping Central Texas From new developments in the decades-old Yogurt Shop…...

Austin American-Statesman
statesman.com > news > local > article > austin-engine-noise-ordinance-fine-21938554.php

Austin poised to crack down on loud cars and motorcycles

3+ day, 6+ hour ago  (444+ words) Austin poised to crack down on loud cars and motorcycles'Austin American-Statesman Austin drivers could soon be ticketed for excessive engine noise as local officials attempt to address a problem that residents " particularly those in West Austin " have complained about for…...

Austin American-Statesman
statesman.com > news > crime > article > austin-crime-shooting-police-north-rundberg-dead-21938529.php

One dead after Saturday morning shooting in Northeast Austin, police say

4+ day, 48+ min ago  (168+ words) One dead after Saturday morning shooting in Northeast Austin, police say'Austin American-Statesman One man is dead after a shooting early Saturday morning in Northeast Austin Police are investigating the incident as the city's 10th homicide of 2026 Police responded around 3:05 a.m to…...

Austin American-Statesman
statesman.com > news > crime > article > kyle-hays-county-cocaine-seizure-sheriff-kilograms-21939118.php

Hays County deputies seize 25 kilograms of cocaine during traffic stop in Kyle

4+ day, 1+ hour ago  (174+ words) The'Hays County Sheriff's Office seized 25 kilograms of cocaine worth nearly $325,000 during a routine traffic stop Saturday, the agency said. A deputy pulled over a vehicle for a seatbelt violation around 4'p.m. near Exit 215 northbound on Interstate 35 in Kyle.'When the deputy…...

Austin American-Statesman
statesman.com > news > article > lehman-high-kyle-lockdown-hays-cisd-weapon-report-21920495.php

Lehman High lockdown lifted as officials investigate weapon report

4+ day, 19+ hour ago  (182+ words) UPDATE, 4:35 p.m: Lehman High School has been cleared after officials determined there was no ongoing threat, according to a message sent to families. The campus remains under'lockdown as administrators and law enforcement follow protocol to clear the campus room by room....

Austin American-Statesman
statesman.com > news > article > georgetown-high-school-lockdown-police-threat-21360302.php

Georgetown High School given all clear after morning bomb threat, police say

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (215+ words) Georgetown High School was evacuated Wednesday morning after a bomb threat was levied against the school via voicemail, police said. The school was evacuated while law enforcement and district staff searched the premises and parking lot, according to a Facebook…...

Austin American-Statesman
statesman.com > news > courts > article > austin-ut-officer-plea-deal-license-dell-seton-21358536.php

Ex-UT officer to give up badge in plea deal

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (298+ words) A former University of Texas police officer will permanently surrender his Texas peace officer license after reaching a plea deal with the Travis County District Attorney's Office, according to a Tuesday news release from the DA's office. Austin Dubois, the…...

Austin American-Statesman
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Famed Texas forensic artist releases sketch of masked suspect in Nancy Guthrie case

2+ week, 1+ day ago  (622+ words) Famed Houston crime sketch artist Lois Gibson has released a sketch in the case of missing Nancy Guthrie based on a masked person seen on a doorbell camera at her home. In a phone call Thursday Gibson said she had…...