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March 3

Texas Democratic Senate candidates sidestep Islamic terrorism concerns following deadly Austin attack

Texas Democratic Senate candidates Talarico and Crockett focused on gun control after Austin shooting, avoiding addressing possible Islamic terrorism concerns.

March 1

Deadly Austin shooting that killed 3 may be 'act of terrorism,' FBI says

FBI investigates Austin shooting that killed 3, wounded 14 in downtown entertainment district as potentially an act of terrorism after Sunday rampage.

March 1

Austin police kill armed gunman after 3 die, 14 wounded in bar shooting

A deadly shooting at an Austin entertainment district bar left three dead and 14 injured, highlighting ongoing safety concerns along the city's Sixth Street strip.

February 19

Texas judge declares yogurt shop murder suspects innocent after 34 years

A Texas judge declared four men innocent in the 1991 Austin yogurt shop murders after 30-plus years. DNA evidence identified the real killer, ending a wrongful conviction.

February 13

Medical examiner determines Texas A&M student's manner of death as family attorney disputes finding: 'Flawed'

Family members disputed a Texas A&M student's suicide ruling, calling the investigation "flawed." Attorney Tony Buzbee alleged police failed to review phone records.

January 7

Family of Brianna Aguilera sues over alcohol service ahead of death

The family of Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera filed a $1 million wrongful death lawsuit, saying organizations illegally overserved alcohol before her fatal fall.

January 4

Off-duty deputy shot and killed while working security job in Texas, suspect apprehended

Off-duty Caldwell County deputy shot and killed while working security at a nightclub in Austin, Texs. Police investigation ongoing.

December 26

Repeat offender freed after SWAT standoff tied to three shootings in one month: report

Texas repeat offender allegedly linked to three separate shootings in one month, including random drive-by attacks and SWAT standoff in Hays County area.

December 20

Two riders trapped more than 100 feet in air after Texas roller coaster malfunctions

The Circuit Breaker roller coaster malfunction left two men dangling vertically for hours at Circuit of the Americas near Austin Wednesday.

December 12

Invasive pest never before seen in North America threatens Texas food supply, officials warn

Invasive pasture mealybug spreads across 20+ Texas counties, threatening grazing lands and livestock operations. Never before seen in North America.