DOJ investigating sexual abuse at 2 California women's prisons

The U.S. Department of Justice announced Wednesday that it has opened an investigation into allegations that correctional officers systematically sexually abused incarcerated women at two state-run California prisons, drawing immediate praise from state lawmakers.

Teens arrested for Hutto crime spree

Hutto police arrested five teens accused of a recent crime spree. Investigators say the group burglarized several cars and are linked to two stolen vehicles out of Austin.

GOP VP nominee JD Vance speaks at Mesa church

Vance spoke at a "Chase the Vote" event with conservative activist Charlie Kirk at the Generation Church Mesa campus on Wednesday. He'll be at another event on Thursday at the Arizona Biltmore.

Residents concerned after Rami Zawaideh returns

A homeless man who has been tormenting a South Austin neighborhood for years is back on the streets causing problems after supposedly receiving mental health treatment. Crime Watch reporter Meredith Aldis has the details