Early voting begins Dec. 1 in Austin, Kyle runoff elections

There were several races in November in which no candidate got more than 50% of the vote, resulting in runoff elections. Here's a look at which races are on the ballot.

Grinch watch: Kyle police take fun approach to remind residents of safety this holiday season

A series of videos featuring Kyle police on a mission to arrest the Grinch are going viral on social media, and FOX 7 caught up with the guys behind the seasonal shenanigans.

FedEx truck rolls over on I-35 NB in Buda

Buda police said all lanes are now open on I-35 northbound after a FedEx truck crash.

Porch pirates: Kyle police give tips to prevent stolen packages

In a creative PSA announcement, officers warned about porch pirates portrayed as the popular Christmas character.

Hays County authorizes creation of public defenders office

The Hays County Commissioner's Court voted unanimously to create a public defender's office in the county.

Historic Buda Mill + Grain Co. offers shopping, food, and fun

The historic site was once dotted with dilapidated metal barns, silos, and a cotton gin dating back to 1914, but it's found new life with stores, restaurants, a salon, and a yoga studio.

Newly released Cormac McCarthy archives now open at Wittliff Collections in San Marcos

The newly opened materials trace the decades-long evolution of famed author Cormac McCarthy's ‘The Passenger’, including early drafts and corrected pages. It's his first new book since "The Road" in 2006.

Veterans Day parade in Kyle honors veterans

Kyle residents and visitors lined the streets for the Second Annual Veterans Day Parade Saturday afternoon to honor all our local veterans.

Runoff expected in Kyle City Council election

No candidate for Kyle City Council District 1 has received more than 50% of the vote based on unofficial results, so the top two candidates will move to a December 13 runoff election.

Local couple creates unique WWII mini-golf memorial

A Buda couple is working to ensure young people remember the sacrifices veterans made for our freedom in a very unique way.

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.

New Texas law requires online access to vote count

In the Austin metro, there are live streams coming from election offices in Bastrop, Hays, Travis and Williamson Counties.

Disabled people to receive equal access to city's Uber Kyle $3.14 program

An investigation uncovered significant disparities in UberX and UberWAV vehicles being available in Kyle, with UberWAV vehicles not available more than 40% of the time, says the US Attorney's Office.

Man killed in Dripping Springs officer-involved shooting

The man allegedly rushed deputies with a knife and one of them fired several rounds, striking him. He later died at an area hospital.

Abbott, O'Rourke campaign on last day of early voting

There is a sense of urgency for both camps, not just because Friday is the last day of early voting. Turn out remains lower than expected.