Hugo Hernandez-Mendez, charged with the murder of 19-year-old Dacara Thompson, has a bond hearing scheduled in Austin, Texas on Monday. Thompson went missing on August 23, and her body was found two weeks later in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. Hernandez-Mendez, in the U.S. illegally, faces charges in this cross-state case.
Austin Police alert public to rising gym locker room thefts, urging vigilance. Authorities recommend securing belongings with locks, improving gym security, and reporting suspicious activities.
Governor Greg Abbott signed flood management legislation into law, enhancing Texas’s disaster readiness and infrastructure. Despite some opposition, the bills received bipartisan support and are expected to improve early warning systems and floodplain management statewide.
Charges have been filed against an Austin assisted living facility and former staff members in connection with a resident’s death during the 2021 winter storm, highlighting issues of negligence and accountability in elder care.
Austin ISD considers closing or restructuring twelve schools after receiving multiple F ratings. The district plans significant staff changes to improve educational outcomes and reduce a $19 million deficit.
A father of nine was killed in a violent robbery in North Austin, prompting his family to launch a petition for stricter bail conditions for murder suspects. The case highlights ongoing debates on bail reform and community safety measures.
The unsolved ‘Yogurt Shop Murders’ in Austin are revisited in an HBO docuseries, reigniting interest in the 1991 case of four murdered teens. Despite challenges, investigators remain hopeful for resolution.
Video reveals aftermath of South Austin officer-involved shooting at Thundercloud Subs. The incident resulted in the suspect’s death and a bystander injury. Austin Police to release further details in an upcoming press conference.
A human skull discovered by a landscaping crew in Kyle has prompted a police investigation. Authorities are examining the remains, with no foul play suspected at this time.
An Austin family seeks justice after Stanley Chun was killed by a suspected drunk driver in a head-on collision. The suspect, Jonathan Medellin Hopper, remains at large with warrants issued for his arrest.