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Austin Residents Call for Action After Drug-Intoxicated Naked Man Breaks into Home
Chaos unfolded in a south Austin neighborhood when a naked man reportedly high on drugs broke into a home, assaulting a woman in an incident that escalated to a SWAT situation, according to CBS Austin. The bizarre intrusion on March 7 has exacerbated ongoing concerns about homelessness, drug use, and mental health issues plaguing the community. The subject, identified as 44-year-old Larry Robinson, barged into a residence on Merle Drive near the intersection of Manchaca Road.
Man charged with 2022 stabbing murder outside Austin tire shop
AUSTIN, Texas — A man has been charged with murder in the fatal stabbing of another man over a year ago at an Austin tire shop, according to court documents. David Michael Flores, 45, was arrested and charged with murder for the killing of Victor Hernandez, 43, on Sept. 17, 2022, at a tire shop located at 8645 Research Blvd. in Austin.
Austin still looking for more 911 call takers
Austin’s 911 call takers are regularly asked to take on a high call volume, but the Austin Police Department does not have a regular process for expediting call taking when the volume reaches higher-than-normal levels, according to a special report from the Office of the City Auditor. City Council members Vanessa Fuentes and Alison Alter requested a special review and report on the 911 call center last year in response to concerns about long wait times for people in emergency situations.
Austin veteran celebrates 106th birthday
AUSTIN, Texas - Karl Schlessinger was the center of attention for his 106th birthday, surrounded by friends and family. The festivities kicked off with a serenade, food, and the traditional birthday song, followed by jokes and laughter when asked what it takes to live such a full life. "You can...
Plot To Kill Rapper During SXSW Week Performance Foiled By Austin Police
Two men allegedly plotted to kill a rapper performing at a show last week during Austin’s South by Southwest Music Festival.SXSW Film & TV Festival 2024: All Of Deadline's Reviews The alleged hit would have taken place at a March 10 show unaffiliated with the festival, according to an affidavit obtained by Fox 7 Austin. Many shows take place in Austin during SXSW that are not part of the actual festival, as promoters and performers hope to siphon off some of the huge crowds that are in town. The SXSW festival ends today. The alleged murder plan was foiled by Austin police...
Austin realtors share how market could change after national realtor settlement
Read more https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin-realtors-share-how-market-could-change-after-national-realtor-settlement/ After changes to Realtor commission policies were announced last week, Austin realtors said local effects might not be as sweeping as in other parts of the country.
Austin Winds Down Emergency Shelters as Winter Storm Heather Recedes, City's Response Lauded
As the icy grip of Winter Storm Heather loosens its hold over Austin and Central Texas, city authorities are winding down the 24/7 emergency shelters that have provided refuge for hundreds during the freezing event. With forecasts promising milder weather ahead, regular operations at various locations are set to resume, even as Cold Weather Shelters (CWS) will reopen again Thursday night, as reported by the City of Austin.
Austin’s housing market takes a chill pill
Houston, we have descent: Austin’s housing prices are finally coming down to Earth after a meteoric rise during the pandemic. Buying and renting a dwelling in the ever-weird Texas boomtown has become less expensive, per the Wall Street Journal. A couple of years ago, Austin’s economic dynamism and allure...
I-35 expansion project: Austin receives $105M grant for freeway cap
AUSTIN, Texas - The expansion and beautification of I-35 in Austin is $105 million closer to becoming a reality thanks to a federal grant. District 8 Austin City Council member Paige Ellis spoke with FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas about the project, and how the new funding will help. Rebecca...
Will lawsuit blow up Project Connect train tracks?
Plaintiffs in the lawsuit Dirty Martin’s et al v. Mayor Kirk Watson et al claim they’re victims of a bait-and-switch scheme because Project Connect will deliver improvements vastly inferior to what voters were promised when they approved Proposition A (Cause No. D-1-GN-23-008105). Voters approved Proposition A on November...
Police find missing Pflugerville woman
PFLUGERVILLE, Texas - The Pflugerville Police Department has found a woman who has been missing since Wednesday. Originally, police said 34-year-old Bianca Sade Smith was last seen on March 13. On Monday, March 18, police said Smith was found safe.
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