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January 7, 2026

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, 2026

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, 2025

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, 2025

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, 2025

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.

December 9, 2025

Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera’s fall death sparks police response to family’s explosive claims: report

Family lawyer challenges Austin police suicide ruling in Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera's death case, demanding state takeover of the investigation.

December 4, 2025

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.

December 2, 2025

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.

November 25, 2025

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.

November 11, 2025

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.