Man dead in overnight crash near Buda

According to police, a silver Jeep Cherokee driven by a Hispanic male left the roadway and went into the grass median for about a quarter-mile.

Local malls open up for business, but with safety protocols

You'll start to see many businesses around Austin begin to open, with precautions. But if you ask the city council, they have a different opinion.

Hays County Sheriff's Office uses social media to help capture serial package thief

According to police, on Sunday, April 26, John Micheal Rodriguez, 38, was caught on video surveillance stealing a package from in front of a home in the Stonefield Subdivision in Kyle, Texas. 

Some San Marcos businesses to reopen starting May 1

Any business needing to determine its occupancy limit may contact the San Marcos Fire Department Prevention Division and the city says an inspector will respond to your location and calculate the allowed occupancy.

Hays County offers free testing for uninsured, underinsured, indigent patients

Beginning April 29, individuals with symptoms who can't afford to pay for testing can begin the screening process by calling the COVID-19 hotline.

Texas State University expands Bobcat Promise program in response to COVID-19

Bobcat Promise is now designed to increase access for Texas students with a family adjusted gross income (AGI) that does not exceed $50,000 annually. Previously, the upper AGI limit was set at $35,000.

Fundraiser held for San Marcos Police Officer Paul Beller

Beller is currently recovering at a rehabilitation center in Houston after he was hit by a car on I-35 on March 23 when he responded to a report of lumber in the road.

Family remembers fallen San Marcos Police Officer

They say their brother was so much more than just a fun guy and agree he was their family's protector so it came to no surprise when he became a San Marcos Police Officer.

San Marcos police provide update on wounded officers

According to the department, both Officers Justin Mueller and Franco Stewart have made progress since they were injured in a shooting that wounded both officers and killed fellow officer Justin Putnam. 

Texas State launches Bobcat Cares Program to provide $30M in student assistance

The CARES allocation will help Texas State students deal with the financial burden caused by the COVID-19 crisis and assist with the costs of attending college by providing money directly to them.

Hays County Commissioners Court votes to rescind road permits for Permian Highway Pipeline

The motion requires the permits to be rescinded until Kinder Morgan complies with the Texas Railroad Commission’s Notice of Violation for the damage done in Blanco County and provides a plan to prevent further impact to ground and surface water.

San Marcos parks to remain closed until further notice

People violating this parks closure order are subject to a fine of up to $1,000 and possible arrest on charges of criminal trespass if a person refuses to leave after being warned to do so by a peace officer. 

San Marcos community mourns officer killed in ambush shooting

Officer Putnam's cruiser, parked in front of San Marcos City Hall, attracted several people throughout the day.

Hays CISD superintendent announces selection of new Barton Middle School principal

Aaron Loyd, currently an assistant principal at Barton MS, will replace Teri Eubank, who is retiring after a 33-year career in education, including eight as Barton's principal.