Austin officials are examining policy changes after private escorts moved F1 motorcades through local traffic.
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October 29, 2026
Downtown Austin to Restrict Traffic for Halloween WeekendTowing begins at 4 p.m. Saturday to accommodate 100,000 expected visitors in the entertainment district.
October 21, 2026
Suspect Crashes During Police Pursuit in East AustinA civilian driver sustained minor injuries during the incident at the corner of MLK and Springdale Road.
October 20, 2026
SWAT Team Responds to Northeast Austin StandoffThe Austin Police Department is managing a barricaded subject situation near the 8100 block of Cameron Road.
October 20, 2026
Man Indicted for Assaulting ICE Agent With VehicleThe defendant allegedly used a sedan as a weapon during a traffic stop, risking up to 20 years in federal prison.
October 15, 2026
Bank Robbery Suspect Arrested DowntownThe 26-year-old suspect was apprehended on foot by Austin police less than two blocks from the 111 Congress Ave bank.
October 14, 2026
Police Revised Protocols After July 2026 Fatal ShootingThe department is moving toward a civilian-managed 911 center following the death of 17-year-old Anthoneil Williams II.
October 6, 2026
Homicide Investigation Opened in Northeast AustinAPD officers are active at a scene near Norwood Park Boulevard and Clock Tower Drive.
October 2, 2026
Austin Police Oversight Office Hosted Public ExpoThe office detailed its investigative process and data transparency efforts during a presentation at City Hall.
October 1, 2026
City Shifted Stance on Police-Related Property DamagesA new reimbursement plan follows an award-winning series detailing how Austin denied 135 homeowner claims.