Fox bites person in Hays County, tests positive for rabies: sheriff

A fox that bit someone in Hays County has tested positive for rabies, officials say. This is the second reported fox attack in the county in the last week.

Hays County Drone Team to conduct training flights in Dripping Springs

Residents might see drones flying around east of Dripping Springs this week, but the Hays County Sheriff's Office says not to worry.

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.

Hays County corrections officer arrested for alleged sex crimes against a child

A Hays County corrections officer is facing multiple felony charges related to sex crimes against children. George Snell is the second county corrections officer to be arrested in less than a month.

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.

Lockhart man wanted for shooting arrested in Kyle

A man wanted in connection with a shooting in Lockhart this week was arrested in Kyle, police said.

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.