DWI charge against state Sen. Schwertner dropped
The Travis County District Attorney's Office said the case was dismissed because there was not enough evidence to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
Second mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile virus in Brushy Creek MUD
The second positive trap site is less than two miles from the one that tested positive a week ago.
Several Central Texas counties announce burn bans
If you are in a place without a burn ban and are approved to burn, always have a water source. Keep an eye on barbecue pits and grills, don't throw out cigarette butts, and make sure chains aren't dragging when you drive.
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.
City of Georgetown extends Stage 3 of drought contingency plan for some residents
Due to excessive irrigation, water supply challenges, and severe drought conditions, customers in the western side of the City of Georgetown’s service area will remain in Stage 3 restrictions through Sept. 4.
New county park to open in Liberty Hill July 22
River Ranch County Park will open to the public on July 22-23 with special events, food trucks and vendors to celebrate opening weekend.
Williamson County offers emergency financial assistance to veterans
In order to be eligible for emergency funds, veterans must have an honorable discharge or under honorable discharge.
Baby raccoons rescued from dumpster by Cedar Park police
Cedar Park police made an unusual rescue recently: baby raccoons.
Georgetown residents unable to cool off with water under Stage 3 restrictions
Water is no longer an option to help cool off in Georgetown as the city bumped up its restrictions to Stage 3 Friday.
Woman killed in auto-pedestrian crash in Round Rock
Round Rock police arrived and found the woman's body on the shoulder of I-35.
WilCo officials tackling illegal dumping problem
The Precinct 4 Constables found a pile with lots of bathroom items like counter tops and even a sink in a corn field in thrall.
City of Round Rock asks west side residents to conserve water during water main repair
The City of Round Rock is asking residents west of I-35 to conserve water through Tuesday, July 18, while crews repair a major water main break.
Man accused of stealing trailer in Hutto with $50K worth of property inside
Thousands of dollars of personal property have disappeared from a Hutto storage facility, and officials believe it's connected to one person.
Police identify 'suspicious items' from Cedar Park home
Cedar Park police identified the "suspicious items" inside a home that forced some neighbors to evacuate and, others to shelter in place Wednesday evening.
Mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile virus in Brushy Creek MUD
A mosquito trap sample collected in the Brushy Creek MUD, unincorporated Williamson County, tested positive for West Nile virus.
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.
Kia thefts: Texans raise awareness after having vehicles stolen recently
Thefts of Kias and Hyundais have spiked ever since a TikTok trend emerged in 2021 showing how to start one of these cars with something as simple as a USB cord.
Round Rock firefighters rescue ducklings from storm drain
A brood of ducklings wandered into a storm drain in Round Rock and got themselves stuck, so firefighters went to their rescue.
Georgetown residents asked to conserve water as city enters Stage 2 restrictions
Nothing beats the Texas heat like water, but the City of Georgetown has asked its residents to cut back.
Closures on I-35 in Round Rock overnight July 9 and 10
If you take I-35 through Round Rock in the overnight hours on July 9 and July 10 you'll want to be prepared for some closures on the highway.