City of Lockhart encouraging water conservation ahead of Stage 2 restrictions
The city is asking the community to conserve water by strictly following the odd/even outdoor watering schedule, fixing leaks and practicing other water conservation methods.
Lockhart ISD calls for VATRE in November to offset state funding gaps
Lockhart ISD says it and nearly 150 other school districts – mainly in rural areas – are facing unprecedented levels of underfunding from the State of Texas this year.
Boggy Creek Fire: Crews work to contain almost 230-acre grass fire in Caldwell County
Officials say an 18-wheeler caught fire, causing a large grass fire on State Highway 130 on August 11.
Caldwell County sued by group claiming lack of public court access
This month, the Texas Fair Defense Project filed a lawsuit against Caldwell County, saying their clients were denied access to magistrate court proceedings. Texas Fair Defense Project managing attorney Camilla Hsu joined FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss.
Caldwell County seeks suspect in credit card abuse case
Investigators say a man made a large purchase with a stolen credit card at a Home Depot in Kyle.
City of Austin announces $250,000 in grant funding for creative public projects
The City of Austin Economic Development Department has launched a new program offering $250,000 in grants to local artists, small organizations and small art businesses.
Caldwell County seeks help identifying suspects in armed robbery
Investigators say two of the suspects robbed a cashier at gunpoint.
Active shooter response training to be conducted at Lockhart High School
A heads up for folks in Caldwell County. If you see a heavy police presence at Lockhart High School, there's no need to worry.
Lockhart Animal Shelter runs out of space
Lockhart police say the City's animal shelter is ‘Code Red’ which means it's ‘out of space.’
Caldwell County seeks suspect in 'rash of burglaries'
Investigators say the suspect was wearing an ankle monitor when he broke into the property in Lockhart.
Lockhart celebrates second annual Pride Festival
Many came to Lockhart on Saturday for the cities second annual Pride Festival, capping off a week of Pride activities and events.
Search for answers and for Jason Landry continues
In this "Missing in Texas," FOX 7 Austin's Angela Shen looks at the latest in the disappearance of Texas State student Jason Landry, who vanished on his way home from college in Dec. 2020.
City of Luling to receive $1M grant to support aerospace manufacturing growth
The grant is expected to create and retain nearly 400 jobs and generate $25.5 million in private investment.
Body found following accidental drowning in San Marcos River
The Caldwell County Sheriff's Office says deputies were notified of a possible drowning in the San Marcos River near Martindale.
Lockhart City Council elects new police chief
On April 10, Gary Williamson was sworn in as the Lockhart Police Chief. He said since then, he’s been busy.
New Lockhart, Texas BBQ restaurant is all-female owned
Barbs B Q will be opening in the Barbecue Capital of Texas just in time for Memorial Day weekend.
1 dead after skydiving accident in Caldwell County
The accident left one man dead, according to the Caldwell County Sheriff's Office.
Austin weather: Lots of hail, strong winds move through Central Texas
The National Weather Service upgraded Central Texas to a Level 3, enhanced risk, of severe weather, which meant very large hail, damaging winds, and possibly even an isolated tornado on Friday, April 28.
Central Texas weather: Storm system moving through eastern counties
A section of Bastrop County and Lee County is currently under a severe thunderstorm warning until 7:45 p.m. Adaleigh Rowe has the details.
Biden partially approves Abbott's major disaster declaration request for Texas ice storm
Abbott originally requested assistance for 23 counties, but the White House approved access to FEMA's public assistance program for just 13.