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'The nature of these incidents has grown increasingly worse' | TCSO deputies helping patrol Austin Public Library downtown
AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin Public Library (APL) is working with the city of Austin and the Travis County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) to make library branches safer. This week, the Austin City Council approved an agreement that would provide $40,000 for TCSO deputies to use their vehicles while patrolling the libraries.
Texas Security Guard Quits Job During Live TV Interview
A security guard in Texas quit his job during a TV interview after his boss interrupted. According to The Daily Mail, Percy Payne, a security guard with Priebe Security was working at an office building at East Sixth and Brushy in Austin when he spotted two men on electric scooters entering the parking garage.
Man arrested for allegedly stealing DPS vehicle, firearms in Austin
A man was arrested last week after allegedly stealing a Texas Department of Public Safety vehicle and two firearms from a DPS special agent in Austin, according to court documents. Randy Ellias Villafranca, 21, faces charges of burglary of a vehicle, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, possession of marijuana...
South Austin Apartment Complex Engulfed in Flames, No Injuries Reported as Firefighters Quell Blaze
Residents of the Sterling Springs Apartments in South Austin were stirred from their beds early Sunday morning as flames engulfed part of their complex. According to CBS Austin, the Austin Fire Department arrived at the scene on 2809 W William Cannon Drive at approximately 3:43 a.m. after a fire broke out on the third floor of the building. Austin Police Department pitched in, closing nearby roads to facilitate the firefighters’ efforts.
Trump assassination attempt: Lawmakers upset with head of Secret Service | FOX 7 Austin
Www.youtube.com – FOX 7 Austin – 2024-07-22 17:31:13. SUMMARY: During a House Oversight Committee hearing, Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle faced criticism over her agency's handling of an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Despite warnings about a suspicious person near a Pennsylvania rally, no Secret Service personnel have been fired. The would-be assassin, Thomas Matthew Crooks, fired from an unguarded rooftop, injuring Trump and two others, and killing a bystander before being neutralized by snipers. Lawmakers are questioning Cheatle's leadership, given her oversight of nearly 8,000 employees and a $3 billion budget. Multiple federal agencies are investigating, with Homeland Security Committee members set to question Pennsylvania State Police.
Several game stores burglarized in Austin; owners losing thousands in merchandise
AUSTIN, Texas — Game store owners said several shops have been burglarized this month in Austin, with thieves stealing thousands of dollars worth of unique collectibles. Hanging out and playing board games at Game Kastle Austin in North Austin is a weekly activity for some. "It's just a cool,...
Texas-based Cyber Firm Accused Of Causing Internet Meltdown
A massive IT outage sent shockwaves around the world on Friday morning, causing disruptions at airports, hospitals, and businesses thanks to the Texas-based cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, worrying many about a possible cyberattack. Texas Driver License Offices Hit Hard. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) wasn't spared either. All Driver...
U.S. Marshals looking for Juan Leija-Monsivais for allegedly violating release terms
The US Marshals need your help to find Juan Antonio Leija-Monsivais. Leija-Monsivais is wanted for allegedly skipping town on his supervised release. 48-year-old Juan Antonio Leija-Monsivais is 5’6” tall and weighs 160 pounds. His last known place of residence was Austin, Texas but he has close ties to...
Austin first responders provide insight, safety tips at community meeting
AUSTIN, Texas - The Austin Police Department and Austin-Travis County EMS met with community members to provide insight on the departments' policing, staffing levels, and to provide safety tips. "We do a community connect event every quarter, so we get to come together with all of our community members and...
CapMetro names police chief of new transit force
CapMetro announced Monday Eric Robins had officially been approved to serve as chief of police for the transit authority's upcoming police force. Robins had previously been selected to serve as the upcoming force's chief administrator in June 2022.
Man allegedly recorded himself threatening to kill neighbor in East Austin
AUSTIN, Texas — A man was arrested in East Austin after allegedly recording himself while threatening to kill a neighbor. Austin police were called out to a neighborhood on Craigwood Drive on July 17 after two people said they were being threatened with a gun. Officers arrived and found...
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