NWS confirms tornadoes in Smithville and near Cedar Creek

The tornado warnings have expired but Travis and Hays County are under a flash flood warning until 3 p.m. and Travis County is under a flood warning until about 5:30 a.m. tomorrow (5/13).

Lockhart ISD to provide wireless internet for students, staff

The district says the total cost, which includes the setup fee, installation of routers in up to 500 homes and internet service for the first year, is just under $450,000.

Caldwell County issues stay-at-home order

The order goes into effect at 10 p.m. Tuesday, March 31 and will stay in effect until 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, unless extended by the Caldwell County Judge or Commissioner's Court.

Old Settler's Music Festival postponed due to CO-VID 19 concerns

Caldwell County officials have made the tough but right decision to prohibit public gatherings of over 250 people at this time in order to protect the health of its citizens.

Show will go on for 'Singing Sheriff' of Caldwell County even after leaving office

It may seem an unlikely hobby for a self-proclaimed recovering introvert, but, for the sheriff, the cure to any heartache on the job comes from performing.

Toddler found alone in woods two days after being reported missing

It was said Rochel and the kids were taking a trip to the store, and it was unclear how the child ended up alone in the woods until documents given to FOX 7 by the Caldwell County Justice Center revealed it all.

Neighbor helps save Martindale city councilwoman from vicious dog attacks

It was "neighbors helping neighbors" when a man stopped his car to help a woman being attacked by dogs in Martindale Wednesday afternoon not knowing who she was.

Lockhart school resource officer arrested for stealing from nurse's office

An investigation into medication disappearing from the Lockhart Junior High nurse's office over the weekend allegedly revealed the officer's involvement, says a release from Lockhart ISD.

Lockhart ISD school board approves increased teacher pay

The Lockhart ISD School Board took steps Monday night to keep their school employees by increasing base pay for first-time teachers and pay for teachers and non-teaching staff.

Central Texas drought sparks water restrictions

The dry conditions in central Texas are taking a toll on home owners and businesses alike.

Deputy out of hospital
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A Caldwell County deputy who was shot earlier this month, while responding to a robbery call, is now out of the hospital.

Flooding in Caldwell County
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Caldwell County is one of the places in our area where there are numerous low water crossings that are closed. A severe flooding alert remains in place in the area that's seen some damage already from Harvey. FOX 7's RaeAnn Christensen has more from Luling.

Teacher-Student relationships
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Lockhart High School has had three incidents of improper teacher/student relationships during the past six years.