35 indicted on federal drug trafficking charges filed in Austin

The US Attorney's office says federal authorities arrested 21 individuals on April 8 and the other 14 were already in custody.

Officials investigating after man found dead on Lee County road

The Lee County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for help to identify a man who was found dead on a road in the Blue area on March 27.

'Save our Seniors' initiative launches in 26 Texas counties

A Monday press release from Abbotts office explained that the initiative will target Texans who are 75 and older, and, or, homebound. 

Central Texas: Where to shelter, eat and drink

Many central Texans are looking for help during this winter weather emergency. FOX 7 Austin's Shannon Ryan has the details about the resources available.

Giddings nativity scene offering Texas prize to visitors

This year they are offering a drive-through nativity scene as well as offering a chance to win something for those who visit.

LCRA, wholesale electric customers award nearly $530K in grants

LCRA says the CDPP grants helped fund 27 projects that range from buying new equipment for first responders to improving museums and libraries to helping community centers build handicapped-accessible restrooms.

TJJD staff member dies from complications related to COVID-19

Sean Wilson was a youth development coach at the Giddings State School and had worked for TTJD since 2014. Wilson had been diagnosed with COVID-19 on June 22 and passed away at his home on June 28.

NWS confirms tornadoes in Smithville and near Cedar Creek

The tornado warnings have expired but Travis and Hays County are under a flash flood warning until 3 p.m. and Travis County is under a flood warning until about 5:30 a.m. tomorrow (5/13).

Lee County schools close facilities to slow spread of COVID-19

In a joint press release, Lee County, City of Giddings, City of Lexington, Giddings ISD, Lexington ISD, Dime Box ISD, Immanuel Lutheran School, and St. Paul Serbin School announced the closures.

About 90 rescued wild horses and burros up for adoption in Giddings

Adopters receive criminal background checks to make sure there is no history of animal abuse and if an animal is adopted the family is given a $1,000 incentive.

Fourth of July holiday prompts talk of firework safety

The Fourth of July is Thursday and odds are you'll head to a fireworks show or set off some of your own. Now is the time to be thinking about firework safety.

Legal hemp could affect Texas' drug detection dogs

With the legalization of hemp taking place in Texas only three weeks ago, there is still a lot prosecutors have to figure out. 

Texas removing hemp from controlled substance list on April 5

In two weeks, hemp will no longer be considered a controlled substance in Texas, but there are still several questions the state legislature will need to clear up when it comes to the production of hemp. 

Giddings community rallies behind baseball team after fire destroys athlete's field house

The Giddings Buffaloes are still swinging after a fire burned the inside of their field house on Wednesday morning, scorching uniforms and equipment within it. Head Coach Adam Bloodworth said an electrical short in the air conditioning unit caused the fire.

Central Texas drought sparks water restrictions

The dry conditions in central Texas are taking a toll on home owners and businesses alike.