San Marcos officials warn of phishing scam

The City of San Marcos is warning citizens about a phishing scam where people posing as city officials are asking for money.

Truck hits 6 people in San Marcos; driver was intoxicated, police say

A Waco man is facing multiple felonies after allegedly driving his truck into a group of pedestrians in a crosswalk overnight in San Marcos. Police say he was intoxicated.

Texas man's murder charges dismissed after his arrest 7 years ago

The Hays County district attorney has dismissed murder charges against a man who was arrested seven years ago. Devonte Amerson spent almost six years in jail fighting for his freedom.

Fox attacks people on San Marcos trails, says city

A fox attacked multiple people on Sunday, May 11, on trails in the Purgatory Creek area, says the city of San Marcos.

Texas State community service award honors man shot, killed through a wall in 2021

A Texas State student was recognized for his community service work. The award honors a man who was shot through a wall and killed about three and a half years ago.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott admonishes City of San Marcos for proposed Israel-Palestine resolution

The City of San Marcos has drawn the ire of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, who says that a proposed resolution concerning Israel and Palestine seems "calculated" to violate Texas law.

Austin's marijuana decriminalization ordinance overturned by appeals court

A Texas appeals court has temporarily struck down an ordinance to eliminate penalties for low-level marijuana possession in the city of Austin.

Mountain lion spotted in San Marcos

Officials in San Marcos are warning residents about a mountain lion spotted near a trail last week.

Kitten season: Fosters, donations needed for area shelters

It's kitten season, which means area animal shelters are in need of fosters and donations to help care for an influx of kittens over the next few months. Here's how you can help.

Appeals court overturns San Marcos' marijuana decriminalization ordinance

The Fifteenth Court of Appeals ruled that a 2022 ordinance violated state laws prohibiting local governments from adopting policies that will not fully enforce state drug laws.

San Marcos considers options to build new city hall

San Marcos is considering its options to build a new city hall, but one option means a dog park could be relocated.

Canyon Lake in Comal County at historically low levels

Canyon Lake in Comal County is at historically low levels, despite recent rainfall in Central Texas.

San Marcos man who recorded sexual assault sentenced to 17 years in prison

Cory Grado was found guilty of sexual assault and invasive visual recording. The evidence at trial showed Grado recorded himself sexually assaulting a victim.

Texas Measles outbreak 2025: 124 cases identified

A measles outbreak in Texas continues to grow. State health officials say the outbreak is the largest in the state in nearly 30 years.