15-acre brush fire now under control in Pflugerville
Crews are working to contain the fire off of Jesse Bohls Drive, southeast of Lake Pflugerville. Travis County Emergency Services District No. 2 has the 15-acre brush fire off of Jesse Bohls Road under control. There is significant clean up that will require our firefighters and first responders to be on the scene for several hours. The evacuation order has been lifted and those nearby Scoria Drive and Elk Horn Drive can safely return home.
SH 130 reopens after grass fires
Three fire departments fought two grass fires along SH 130 Tuesday afternoon.
High fire risk: How to prevent wildfires in your area
The wildfire threat in Central Texas is high to very high right now, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service.
Bobcats take up residency under deck of Pflugerville home
Video taken by a homeowner shows a bobcat looking a little too comfortable while lounging on the back deck.
Local firefighter visits Japan for training
Local firefighters are learning about how fire safety is approached around the world, thanks to a recent trip to Japan.
Men sentenced for distributing fentanyl in Austin area
The two men were sentenced in federal court. They were arrested with others on January 4, 2022
'Serial killer' case: Pflugerville search connected to another possible victim of Raul Meza Jr.
Court paperwork says searchers found a gravesite during a July 12 search in Pflugerville that may belong to another victim of potential serial killer Raul Meza Jr.
Several Central Texas cities announce water restrictions
While cities like Blanco are in the most severe stage of water restrictions, other Central Texas communities are also announcing restrictions.
H-E-B begins construction on third Pflugerville location
The 127,000-square-foot store is slated to open in fall 2024 at Pflugerville Parkway and SH 130.
'Serial killer' case: Police, FBI search field in connection to Raul Meza, Jr.
The Austin Police Department led Wednesday’s search in Pflugerville, and confirmed the search was “related to the current Raul Meza case."
Deadly wreck: Driver hits pedestrian on I-35
A deadly wreck shut down part of I-35 in Pflugerville, but the road has since reopened.
Firework violations could cost residents thousands of dollars
Fireworks violations could cost residents thousands of dollars in fines.
Nephew of victim speaks out after arrest of Texas man described as serial killer
The nephew of a man killed by a suspected serial killer is speaking out. Raul Meza admitted to killing Jesse Fraga in Pflugerville.
Fourth of July celebrations in the Austin area
Celebrate Independence Day with some of our favorite celebrations and firework shows across Austin and central Texas!
Police investigating after body found under bridge in Pflugerville
Police say no foul play is suspected at this time.
Cedar Park, other cities encourage online buyers to use police stations for safe transactions
The SafeTrade program launched in 2015 in response to transactions initiated on classified sites that have gone awry.
Pflugerville ISD officer arrested for inappropriate interactions with students: district
A Pflugerville ISD police officer was arrested after the district says it learned of "inappropriate interactions with students."
Travis County ESD No. 2 offers firework safety tips ahead of July 4th
Travis County ESD No. 2 is offering some safety tips and reminders for those celebrating ahead of the July 4th holiday.
Cooling centers open in Pflugerville for the summer
The Pflugerville Library and the Travis County Community Center at Pflugerville will both be available as cooling centers during normal operating hours.
18-wheeler hits, kills pedestrian on SH 130
Pflugerville police have identified the pedestrian struck and killed by an 18-wheeler on SH 130 near Kelly Lane.