Texas man pleads guilty to manslaughter after mistrial in March 2020 murder case
Kelly Schernik was arrested in Cedar Park for aggravated assault, but the charge was upgraded to murder when the victim died three days after the arrest.
Heavy rain prompts road closures in Austin, Central Texas
As of 2 p.m., there are 24 road closures in Central Texas and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is asking travelers to check their flight status before heading to the airport.
All lanes reopen following rollover crash on NB I-35 in Round Rock
A rollover crash on northbound I-35 near SH 45 in Round Rock has been cleared, police said.
Williamson County homeowner shoots, kills burglary suspect: sheriff
Deputies responded to the Jarrell home around midnight May 11 for a burglary-in-progress call.
Crash causes blocked lanes on US 183A toll road near Leander
Drivers are advised to avoid the area or expect delays, says the Leander Police Department.
1 person shot, killed by DPS troopers after high-speed chase in WilCo
Texas Rangers investigating after person shot and killed by DPS troopers after high-speed chase
Paint spill causes shutdown on Hero Way in Leander; road reopen
A section of Hero Way in Leander was shut down Monday afternoon after paint spilled on the roadway. The road has since reopened.
H-E-B begins construction on new Georgetown location
The Wolf Lakes Village H-E-B will be replacing an existing location less than a mile away and is expected to open later this year.
1 dead after driver hits pedestrian in Round Rock
Police have identified a pedestrian who died after being hit by a driver in Round Rock on Saturday.
Central Texas voters approve almost $4B in school bonds
Seventeen Central Texas school districts called bond elections for May, collectively totaling just under $4.193 billion. However, voters have approved just over $3.964 billion so far.
Central Texas elections: School districts decide on multi-million dollar bond packages
School districts in Williamson and Hays counties decided on multi-million dollar bond packages that would improve schools' safety and security, technology, infrastructure and more.
Leander ISD votes on bond packages totaling almost $800 million
Voters in Leander ISD voted on Propositions A, B, and C, which fund school infrastructure, technology, safety measures and more.
Cedar Park police officer arrested for sexual assault, police say
Cedar Park police said on May 5, Officer Keco Motton was arrested by the Texas Rangers for sexual assault.
Round Rock police searching for shooting suspect
Round Rock police are asking for help identifying the suspects in a shooting in a hotel parking lot this week.
Things to do in Austin this weekend: May 5 to 7
Looking for some fun stuff to do this weekend? From a popular downtown festival and spring art bazaar to a Pioneer Fest and family fun run, plus a chance to see some of Austin's best residential outdoor spaces, it's all here in the FOX 7 Weekend.
Suspect threatens to shoot officers prompting lengthy standoff in Cedar Park, police say
Cedar Park police have reopened the roadway after a barricaded suspect was taken into custody.
Mother's Day events in the Austin area: Where to go to celebrate
Mother's Day is on May 14, and Central Texas restaurants and businesses are gearing up with fun specials and events guaranteed to make Mom smile on her special day.
2 arrested for alleged robbery in Leander after brief search: police
Leander police arrested two people in Leander for an alleged robbery Wednesday. Police conducted a brief search before making the arrests.
WCRAS offering $4 dog adoptions on May the 4th
To celebrate Star Wars Day and encourage more fosters and adoptions, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter will be offering $4 dog adoptions on May 4.
Texas Stars one win away from second round sweep in Calder Cup Playoffs
For the first time in five years, the Texas Stars have a chance to make it to the third round of the American Hockey League Calder Cup playoffs.