Northern lights spotted in Central Texas

A large geomagnetic storm gave some people in Central Texas the rare chance to see the Northern Lights.

Central Texas first responders remember 9/11 with annual hockey game benefit

The Austin First Responders Hockey Club hosted the fifth annual 9/11 memorial ice hockey game on Wednesday at the Crossover Gold Rink in Leander.

FOX 7 Friday Football Game of the Week 2024: Dripping Springs vs Vandegrift

Who will win in this week's Game of the Week: the Dripping Springs Tigers or the Vandegrift Vipers? FOX 7 Austin's Clif Thornton previews this week's match-up.

How much are property taxes going to go up in Williamson County?

Almost every city in Williamson County is expected to raise property taxes this year, but how much exactly? Here's a closer look at how those increases will impact Wilco homeowners.

Leander ISD teen student hit by car in parking lot, officials say

A 13-year-old was injured after being hit by a car in the Rouse High School student parking lot, the city of Leander said.

Round Rock ISD reminds drivers of back-to-school safety

Central Texas students are heading back to school, and the first assignment of the new school year involved law enforcement officers reminding drivers about the school zone rules.

Virtual open house for 183A project in Leander now available

The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority is having a virtual open house for an environmental study of the 183A Added Capacity Project.

Teen kidnapped and beaten near Leander; neighbors, criminologist react

The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office said five people have been arrested in connection to the kidnapping and shooting of a teen near Leander earlier this month.

Five arrested for kidnapping, beating, and shooting teen in Williamson County

Five people were arrested and charged after luring a 17-year-old boy outside the city limits, then later beat and shot him, the Williamson County Sheriff's Office said.

Emu found in Leander reunited with owner

A missing emu from Leander has been claimed by its owner, Leander police said.

Leander FD K9 will soon have custom bulletproof vest thanks to donation

The Leander Fire Department's K9 Dixie will soon receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a donation from the nonprofit Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.

Where can my child get free meals this summer?

Central Texas school districts are offering free meals to help keep children fed this summer.

Leander City Council election came down to four votes

An election for a city council seat in Leander came down to just four votes. Both candidates are urging people to look at this race as an example of why voting matters.

Leander biker survives crash, teaches others about motorcycle safety

"It's a miracle I'm alive," said Al Peterson, who had been riding his motorcycle when he was hit by a car. He is now using his story to teach Texans about motorcycle safety.

2024 Texas elections: Live results

View results from this year's general and special elections across central Texas.