Austin County News

In the aftermath of the severe storm that hit Austin County, residents are urged to report any damage sustained through two essential platforms: the Texas Division of Emergency Management's iSTAT Damage Survey and the local Austin County Office of...

Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office seeks public assistance in identifying a young white male, believed to be the victim of a 1978 homicide. Found near FM 521, the unidentified individual's DNA samples have been entered into the national missing...

Austin and Colorado County authorities teamed up to recover stolen property and arrest a suspect in a joint operation on April 24, 2024. Quincy Kyle JANSZEN was apprehended at the scene, where deputies found two recently stolen vehicles and items...

Joseph Mesa, 35, of Sealy, was arrested by the Austin County Sheriff's Office for Aggravated Robbery and Deadly Conduct after reports of him waving a firearm and shooting at vehicles. Mesa, who was out on bond for Aggravated Sexual Assault of a...

The Austin County Regional Special Response Team, in collaboration with the Westside (HIDTA) Narcotics Task Force, executed arrest and search warrants in Brookshire, Texas, resulting in the arrest of two individuals. The operation, part of an ongoing...

Darryl Glenn Phillips, 62, was found guilty of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon by an Austin County Jury for cutting a man's throat in Industry, Texas. Eyewitnesses testified to seeing Phillips commit the crime, leading to a life sentence in...

In the March 5, 2024, Texas Primary Election, Austin County voters participated actively in selecting candidates for various positions. Notable Republican winners include Donald J. Trump for President with an overwhelming 93.53% and Ted Cruz for U.S...

Prepare to cast your vote in the upcoming primary election in Austin County, TX on March 5, 2024. Polling locations will be open from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm across the county, offering convenient access for all registered voters. Click on the location...

A high-speed chase in Bellville, TX, ended in the arrest of Rami Idrissou of Katy, who was driving a stolen vehicle. Austin County Sheriff's deputies, along with Bellville Police, pursued Idrissou through the town and onto Hwy 159 E, where he...

In a targeted operation, the Austin County Regional Special Response Team (SRT) executed a search warrant in Hempstead, Texas, leading to the arrest of Ozell Gillum (47) and the seizure of crack cocaine, powder cocaine, and a firearm. The operation...

Pablo Isila Euceda-Hernandez, a wanted fugitive, was arrested in Bellville, Texas, on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. The arrest was made by the Austin County Special Response Team, the Bellville Police Department, and the US Marshal Gulf Coast Violent...

Early voting begins Tuesday, February 20, 2024 in Austin County, Texas! Exercise your right to vote and make your voice heard at the Austin County Annex on Wendt Street or the W.E. Hill Community Center in Sealy. Check out the sample ballots for all...

Over the weekend of February 3rd and 4th, 2024, several fire departments including New Ulm VFD, Bellville VFD, Cat Spring VFD, Industry VFD, and Shelby VFD gathered in Bellville for the Austin County Field Day. Facilitated by TEEX, the event focused...

The Austin County Sheriff's Office responded swiftly to a disturbance call in Bellville, Texas, involving a male suspect discharging a firearm inside a residence. After securing the safety of family members, the Austin County Regional Special...

On February 1, 2024, a coordinated effort by the Austin County Regional Special Response Team and the Texas Department of Public Safety led to a significant narcotics bust in Eagle Lake, Texas. Arrest and search warrants were executed on two...

The Austin County Candidate Forum, hosted in Sealy, Texas, provided a platform for local candidates to discuss their visions and policies. The event, organized by the local chambers of commerce as well as Austin County News Online, showcased a...

Crime Stoppers are offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of three suspects involved in a robbery at the Big 99 Cents & Gift Store in Sealy, TX. The Sealy Police Department is seeking help in identifying the suspects...

Schools in Austin County, Texas, will be closed on January 16, 2024, due to winter weather conditions and safety concerns for students and staff. The decision was made by Bellville ISD, Sealy ISD, Brazos ISD, and Faith Academy...

As the arctic weather approaches Austin County, local school districts are taking proactive measures to keep students and staff safe. The Bellville, Brazos, and Sealy school districts have released statements informing the community about their...

The Austin County Fair wins big at the Texas Association of Fairs & Events Marketing Awards, earning several accolades for their marketing and promotional efforts. The fair's success highlights their commitment to excellence in the industry...

Austin County is facing a growing financial challenge as the costs of extraditing fugitives back to Austin County to face justice continue to rise. The county is facing the delicate balance between upholding justice and maintaining fiscal...