Election Day 2023: Lockhart ISD voters approve VATRE for staff pay, security upgrades
59 percent of voters approved the VATRE for Lockhart ISD, generating about $3 million for staff pay and districtwide security upgrades.
Martindale man accused of killing driver parked in his driveway found guilty of manslaughter
A Martindale man who was accused of killing a driver parked in his driveway in October 2021 was found guilty of manslaughter.
Central Texas elections: 10 school districts call for bond, VATRE elections
Ten Central Texas school districts have called elections for Nov. 7, with five calling for a VATRE, or Voter-Approval Tax Ratification Election.
Trial starts for Martindale man accused of killing driver parked in his driveway
The trial of a Martindale man accused of murdering a driver who was parked in his driveway has started. Terry Turner was charged two years ago.
Austin weather: Tornado touches down in Caldwell County
A tornado was confirmed in Caldwell County, and damage appears to be concentrated in a small area, including a former schoolhouse.
Twin Pops manufacturer breaks ground on new Lockhart facility
The $46 million investment is expected to generate more than 100 jobs, increase production capacity and generate economic benefit for the region, says the Ziegenfelder Company.
3 suspects sought in several aggravated robberies: APD
One suspect has already been arrested and charged and the Austin Police Department is searching for three more.
Missing Kyle girl found safe: HCSO
Melanie Perez was reported found on Sunday, Aug. 27.
Barth Fire: Drone almost collides with helicopter delivering water
The Texas A&M Forest Service is reminding Texans that drones are a serious safety hazard for firefighting resources in the air and on the ground.
Lockhart ISD raises teacher pay through voter approval ratification, decreasing school tax rate
In Lockhart, a board of trustees voted for raises for teacher through a voter approval ratification election in November, a move they say will bring in $3 million all while decreasing the school tax rate. Lockhart ISD superintendent Mark Estrada joined FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss.
Barth fire: 150-acre Lockhart grass fire 100 percent contained
Crews have fully contained a 150-acre grass fire in Lockhart near SH 130. The fire started Friday, with smoke being seen from US 183 nearby.
City of Lockhart encouraging water conservation ahead of Stage 2 restrictions
The city is asking the community to conserve water by strictly following the odd/even outdoor watering schedule, fixing leaks and practicing other water conservation methods.
Lockhart ISD calls for VATRE in November to offset state funding gaps
Lockhart ISD says it and nearly 150 other school districts – mainly in rural areas – are facing unprecedented levels of underfunding from the State of Texas this year.
Boggy Creek Fire: Crews work to contain almost 230-acre grass fire in Caldwell County
Officials say an 18-wheeler caught fire, causing a large grass fire on State Highway 130 on August 11.
Caldwell County sued by group claiming lack of public court access
This month, the Texas Fair Defense Project filed a lawsuit against Caldwell County, saying their clients were denied access to magistrate court proceedings. Texas Fair Defense Project managing attorney Camilla Hsu joined FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss.
Caldwell County seeks suspect in credit card abuse case
Investigators say a man made a large purchase with a stolen credit card at a Home Depot in Kyle.
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.
Caldwell County seeks help identifying suspects in armed robbery
Investigators say two of the suspects robbed a cashier at gunpoint.
Active shooter response training to be conducted at Lockhart High School
A heads up for folks in Caldwell County. If you see a heavy police presence at Lockhart High School, there's no need to worry.
Lockhart Animal Shelter runs out of space
Lockhart police say the City's animal shelter is ‘Code Red’ which means it's ‘out of space.’