A man sustained injuries following a shooting involving a federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer near the intersection of U.S. 183 and Anderson Square in North Austin. The incident occurred shortly before 1 p.m. on Sunday. The injured individual has been identified as 28-year-old Wilber Rafael Garces Perez, according to his attorney, Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch….
An incident involving an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shooting a man occurred on Sunday morning in North Austin, according to Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis. The shooting took place in the 7000 block of West Anderson, and while authorities have yet to confirm the details surrounding the event, it has prompted an investigation…
Four migrants were saved from a portable water tank located in the bed of a pickup truck in Texas, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The rescue operation required agents to use power tools to extract the individuals from the tank. The incident unfolded when Border Patrol agents were conducting routine patrols along a…
The Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the discovery of human remains located outside Luling, Texas. These remains were found in the 1400 block of Biggs Road, prompting deputies to work on identifying the remains and determining any possible links to ongoing missing-person investigations. In their statement, the sheriff’s office noted, “Additional examination is…
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made a visit to Austin as part of his “Arsenal of Freedom Tour,” aimed at enhancing the U.S. defense industrial base and revitalizing manufacturing capabilities within the country. On September 19, Hegseth addressed hundreds of employees at Saronic, a Texas-based defense firm, during his stop in the city. This visit…
In East Austin, a food truck has transformed into a beloved taco destination for the Muslim community, thanks to the collaborative efforts of chef Jon Escamilla and local resident Imad Ahmed. Their partnership has not only redefined the menu but also created a welcoming space that resonates with Ahmed’s vision of community. For Ahmed, the…
The Hutto City Council has made the decision to terminate the use of Flock Safety Automated License Plate Reader cameras by the Hutto Police Department (HPD). This resolution emerged following an internal review conducted by HPD, which raised significant concerns regarding the access and management of the data collected by these cameras. Police Chief Yarbrough…
A new contemporary art space is set to launch in East Austin, transforming an unassuming warehouse into a vibrant hub for creativity and inspiration. The Ostillo Art Foundation will officially open its doors on Saturday, showcasing a range of contemporary art from international artists within its sleek, industrial exterior. Founded by Sacha Zerbib, the Ostillo…
Investigators in San Marcos are intensifying their efforts to uncover details surrounding the tragic Iconic Village fire that occurred in 2018, which resulted in the loss of five lives and left seven others injured. Recently, they have reached out to the public for assistance in identifying nine wireless networks that were potentially active in the…
In a tragic turn of events, Simmonsville Missionary Baptist Church, Killeen’s oldest Black church, was engulfed in flames just days after celebrating its 75th anniversary. The fire broke out on September 15, leading to the complete destruction of the historic building. The church’s leadership expressed their sorrow through a heartfelt message on social media, stating,…
