5 arrested, meth seized in Lee County drug bust
Five people were arrested in a multi-agency drug bust in Lee County. One person had an active fugitive warrant, says Texas DPS.
Lee County sheriff arrested for DWI, released from custody in under 90 minutes
Lee County Sheriff Garrett Christian Durrenberger was arrested by Texas DPS over the weekend for driving while intoxicated, and according to jail records, only spent 84 minutes in custody before he was released.
TEA accountability ratings: 31 Central Texas school districts saw improved scores
The accountability ratings for public schools in Texas are out. FOX 7 Austin has broken down the ratings for districts in 16 Central Texas counties.
Smithville man arrested in multi-county narcotics bust: sheriff
A Smithville man is behind bars in Lee County after a multi-agency, multi-county investigation into a narcotics distribution network in Central Texas.
Where can my child get free meals this summer?
Central Texas school districts are offering free meals to help keep children fed this summer.
Convicted felon arrested after shooting down drone in Lee County
A man was arrested after shooting down a drone in Lee County late last month.
Central Texas Food Bank opens submissions for annual "Feeding Creativity" art competition
All K-12 students within the Central Texas Food Bank's 21-county service area can now submit their artwork for the organization's annual "Feeding Creativity" art competition.
School closures: Districts close campuses on 1/21 due to snow and ice danger
Due to winter weather, many Central Texas school districts have decided to close campuses on Tuesday, January 21.
1 arrested in connection to Lee County shooting
One person was arrested in connection to a shooting in Lee County, officials said.
Lee County robbery suspects stole from South Austin man the same morning: officials
Officials say a South Austin man's vehicle was burglarized by the same men who would later be arrested in Lee County following a robbery and high-speed chase.
Lee County officials work to identify remains of child found in bag in 1975
The Lee County Sheriff's Office is working to identify the remains of a young child that were found in a trash bag nearly 50 years ago.
4 arrested for robbing ATM in Giddings, leading deputies on pursuit
Four people in Giddings have been arrested after being accused of stealing tens of thousands of dollars from an ATM and leading multiple agencies on a car chase that crossed into another county.
Congressman Michael McCaul reelected to 11th term for District 10
Congressman Michael McCaul has been re-elected and will start his 11th term representing Texas' 10th District in the U.S. Congress in January 2025. He defeated Democrat Theresa Boisseau and Independent Jeff Miller.
Today is Election Day, here is what you need to know
Today is Election Day. Here's what you need to know to cast your ballot.
1975 Lee County cold case: DNA evidence being examined to identify boy's remains
The Lee County Sheriff's Office is hoping DNA evidence will help crack open a cold case from 1975
2024 Election: Central Texas school district elections
Many Central Texas school districts have items on the ballot this fall, including school board positions, tax rate propositions and even one bond proposal.
Dime Box ISD investigating anonymous threat
Dime Box Independent School District says it is investigating an anonymous threat.
Lee County sheriff's deputy patrol vehicle catches on fire
A traffic stop in Lee County ended in a patrol vehicle ablaze after a deputy smelled smoke and saw the flames coming from the hood.
Lee County woman found not guilty of murder by reason of insanity
Three and a half years after the murder of a man in Lee County, a judge ruled the suspect was not guilty by reason of insanity.
Austin weather: Heat advisory in place until Monday night
A Heat Advisory is in place through Monday night and officials are advising Central Texans to stay hydrated and stay cool.