Protests

The Austin Police Department released a long-awaited report Friday detailing the police response to racial justice protests, which injured dozens.

Gun safety advocates in Texas are demanding that Gov. Greg Abbott raise the age for purchasing AR-15-style rifles from 18 to 21. Abbott could put the issue to a vote by calling a special session.

Justin Berry was among 19 Austin police officers indicted earlier this year, accused of using excessive force against people protesting the murder of George Floyd.

Bomani Barton's complaint says he was shot three times by an Austin police officer. He's suing the officer, who also faces a criminal charge for the incident, and the City of Austin.

Ayala was one of two demonstrators who suffered brain trauma after being shot by so-called "less-lethal" beanbag rounds.

A Travis County grand jury indicted 19 officers on charges of aggravated assault by a public servant. Some officers fired "less-lethal" beanbag rounds at demonstrators protesting the police killings of George Floyd and Mike Ramos.

Activists marched from Georgetown to Austin to denounce proposed changes to the state's voting laws. Many say the changes would make it harder for people to vote.

The hammer throw competitor turned away from the flag during the national anthem on Saturday after she said she was told it wouldn't play when she was on the U.S. Olympic trials podium.

Senate Bill 912, filed by state Sen. Dawn Buckingham (R-Lakeway), would increase the penalty for damage caused by riot participation from a Class B misdemeanor to a state jail felony.

District Attorney José Garza will bring a case against Daniel Perry to a Travis County grand jury soon. Perry drove into a Black Lives Matter protest and fatally shot Foster last July.