Secure lockdown lifted for Rockdale ISD schools following threat
Rockdale police were notified, and all campuses were placed on "Secure Lockout." Secure lockouts were put into place to make sure no one could enter or exit the campus buildings while the police investigated this threat.
Flash flood watch canceled for Central Texas
The National Weather Service says locally heavy rainfall is still possible but not as widespread as previously anticipated.
Storms bring heavy rain, gusty winds, lightning to Central Texas
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for Milam County until 4:30 p.m.
Rural Texas Airbnb hosts earned more than $115 million in 2021: report
Across the country, Airbnb Hosts in rural counties in the earned nearly $3.5 billion over the year. Texas hosts alone, in rural counties, earned more than $115 million in 2021.
Tornado watch issued for several Central Texas counties
The National Weather Service issued a tornado watch for most Central Texas counties on Monday, March 21. The National Weather Service had issued the tornado watch until 1 a.m.
List of Texas school closings: Here are the school districts, universities closing Feb. 3-4
Local school districts, colleges and universities are closing Thursday, Feb. 3 due to winter weather coming to Texas. You can see if your student's school district in this article.
Rockdale boom: Bitcoin mining companies move to rural Texas town
Rockdale was once home to the largest aluminum plant in the world, run by Alcoa.
Travis County exceeds state COVID-19 vaccination average
According to DSHS data, when compared to major metro areas, the only county that beats Travis’s 42% for full vaccinations in those 16 and older is El Paso County.
Sonya Wallace's mother asking for help in solving her murder
Linda Gonzales is asking for help in solving the 1999 murder of her 15-year-old daughter Sonya Wallace in Rockdale.
Travis County deputy killed in Milam County motorcycle crash
TCSO says the crash is under investigation by the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Flu outbreak closes Thorndale Independent School District
The district had 40 kids out sick with the flu Friday and by Monday afternoon they had 80.
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.
Guardian Program starts in Thorndale ISD
When school starts Wednesday in Thorndale some staff members will not only have a lesson plan, a few will be armed.
Central Texas drought sparks water restrictions
The dry conditions in central Texas are taking a toll on home owners and businesses alike.
Winter chill leads to emergency calls
The colder temperatures have proven dangerous for some. Since Christmas, EMS has responded to numerous weather-related calls.
LIST: Closures and delays of Central Texas schools
The following is a list of closures and delays for schools in the Central Texas area.
Cancellations and delayed starts due to the weather
Due to the potential for heavy rains and water, the following schools will delay the start of school:
Local police departments providing Craigslist users safe place to meet
Websites like Craigslist can be an awesome tool or a quick way to find yourself in a scary situation. Several local police departments have an idea they hope will keep you safe.