Elgin unveils Black Icons mural of five community leaders
Civil rights leader Harvey Westbrook, educator Annie Lee Haywood, business owners and community leaders S.H. McShan and Dororthy McCarther, and musician Monty Joe Thomas are featured.
Christmas Eve fire destroys Elgin home
Flames fully engulfed and destroyed a home in Elgin this Christmas Eve, according to Travis County ESD 12.
Mother of woman killed by retired DPS trooper in Elgin speaks out
Mitchell’s life was cut short at just 27 years old, when she was shot and killed by former DPS trooper Rito Paul Morales.
Low-level marijuana possession decriminalized in San Marcos, 4 other Texas cities
San Marcos was one of five cities in Texas to pass a decriminalization. The others include, Denton, Elgin, Harker Heights and Killeen.
Marijuana on the ballot for four Central Texas cities
Four Central Texas cities will soon be eliminating enforcement of low-level marijuana offenses based on votes counted so far.
Veteran’s family receives home repair help from different faith organizations
Dozens of volunteers helped turn a worn-down house into a stable, improved home for a veteran's family in Elgin.
Domestic violence homicides highlight patterns shown in abusive relationships
Statistics show that one in four women will be the victim of domestic violence in their lifetime, and sometimes that violence turns deadly.
'Absolutely heartbreaking': Ex-wife of retired DPS trooper who shot, killed 2 victims in Elgin speaks out
FOX 7 learned new details about the deceased suspect, retired DPS trooper Rito Paul Morales, from his ex-wife.
Retired DPS trooper dies in standoff after allegedly killing his wife and 1 other person
On Sept. 17, the Elgin Police Department responded to a domestic disturbance call at a home on Bexar Forest Cove.
Elgin ISD board approves drop in tax rate, sets budget
This vote marks the fourth consecutive year Elgin ISD has decreased its tax rate.
Elgin police respond to two connected shootings within nine-hour window
Two men are at-large after a shooting at a home on Wilderness Trail, which is believed to be in “retaliation” for a homicide on E. Alamo Street earlier that same day, says the Elgin Police Department.
List of Central Texas school districts' first day of school
Back to school is just around the corner, and Del Valle is the first district in the area to kick off classes, on Tuesday, August 9.
Travis County authorities investigating homicide in Elgin
Travis County authorities are investigating after a 20-year-old shot and killed his stepfather in Elgin.
Texas businesses, homeowners affected by tornado, severe storm can get help from SBA
The Small Business Administration has announced that it is opening a Disaster Loan Outreach Center in Elgin to assist those that suffered damage or economic injury due to severe storms and tornadoes.
Former Elgin mayor indicted for theft of property
A former Elgin mayor was arrested on Wednesday, May 4, 2022. On Monday, May 9, he was indicted for the offense of theft of property.
Man's body found on side of US 290 east of Elgin
Anyone who may have seen what occurred is asked to call the Bastrop County Sheriff’s Office at 512-549-5100.
2 injured, 1 killed in two unrelated overnight shootings in Travis County
The investigations into both shootings are ongoing. No arrests have been made.
Elgin residents worried about losing homes after erroneous letter from city
Residents in Elgin are worried about losing their homes after receiving an erroneous letter from the city.
Texas veteran celebrates 100th birthday with flyover in Austin
A Texas veteran is celebrating his 100th birthday in a very special way. Camp Mabry hosted a flyover of World War II-era planes honoring the 100th birthday of local veteran Stan Brooks.
Tornado in Elgin rips BBQ grill top off, throws it into bathtub
Roof gone, windows blown out, and items scattered all around due to the tornado. Even a 30–35 pound BBQ grill top that was outside Lonnie's home was ripped off its base by the tornado winds and thrown in his bathtub.