Suspect from Hays County Most Wanted List arrested in San Marcos

Robert Bernal was arrested in San Marcos on a warrant for Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child, according to the Hays County Sheriff's Office.

San Marcos police officers will not face charges for fatal shooting

An internal investigation also concluded the officers’ actions followed departmental policy, according to the San Marcos Police Department (SMPD).

Amber Alert for 14-year-old Buda girl canceled, suspect in custody

The U.S. Marshals Lone Star Fugitive Task Force says it has located Hillary Salcedo. Hector Avila has been taken into custody on an outstanding warrant.

Celebratory MLK Jr Day events happening around the Austin area

Several organizations and cities around the Austin area are holding celebratory events for Martin Luther King, Jr Day.

San Marcos police release new photos of box truck involved in fatal crash

SMPD has released new surveillance photos of a box truck which was involved in the Jan. 3 fatal crash that killed 18-year-old Iliana Velez of Houston.

Texas schools ask parents to become substitute teachers amid COVID surge

According to Hays CISD, parents would still have to apply, pass the fingerprint criminal background check, and do orientation to become substitute teachers.

Attempted robbery results in high-speed police chase in San Marcos

Two women turned an aggravated robbery into a police chase on I-35 in San Marcos on Thursday morning, says the San Marcos Police Department.

8 arrested in identity theft cases over last 6 months in Kyle

The Kyle Police Department is encouraging residents to take steps to actively protect themselves against identity theft.

San Marcos could become next Texas city to decriminalize marijuana

In order to qualify for the November ballot, 10% of registered voters in San Marcos must sign the petition within 180 days.

Texas State temporarily moves spring classes online because of COVID

Face-to-face instruction for all Texas State University courses will resume on January 31, 2022, according to President Denise M. Trauth. No classes are being canceled.

Family loses home to fire in San Marcos days before Christmas

A San Marcos family is homeless after a fire burnt their home down just days before Christmas, but the community has rallied behind them to help.

ATX Specialty Foods coming to Hays Commerce Center in Kyle

ATX Specialty Foods, a producer that works with several well-known Austin food brands, is moving to Kyle.

FOX 7 Discussion: Improving water infrastructure across Texas

Texas Water Utilities is investing more than $4 million in infrastructure around Travis and Hays counties. VP of Engineering Todd Danielson joins Rebecca Thomas to talk about it.

Buda family makes holiday display for charity after cancer diagnosis

A home in Buda is lit up with a dazzling light display but for homeowners Chris and Blythe Powell it’s about more than just celebrating the holidays.

New Hays CISD elementary principal selected

Hays CISD has announced David MacRoberts as the new principal for the elementary school scheduled to open in August 2022.