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.
Woman charged with shooting Leander city employee in park bathroom
Leander police arrested a woman for allegedly shooting a city employee in a park bathroom.
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.
Teen girl sexually assaulted at Leander park; police looking for suspect: LPD
Police are looking for a man who sexually assaulted a teen at Benbrook Ranch Park in Leander.
2024 Texas elections: Live results
View results from this year's general and special elections across central Texas.
Deadly wreck on US 183 in Leander
US 183 has once again reopened after a deadly wreck in Leander. The road was closed twice while authorities investigated the crash.
Suspects at-large after carjacking, high-speed chase in Leander
Deputies in Williamson County are still looking for two suspects who led deputies on a high-speed chase after stealing a car in Leander.
Robbery and police chase end in crash in Leander
The Williamson County Sheriff's Office say it all started around 3 a.m. when a man reported his car was stolen by two males with guns.
CapMetro hosts 'Eclipse-nic' at Leander rail station
CapMetro's Leander rail station held a solar eclipse viewing party on Monday.
Vacuum battery starts fire in Leander home, kills house cats
Homeowners are warning others after a vacuum battery started a fire in their Leander home.
Solar eclipse: Leander watch party will raise money for toddler with kidney transplant
A group from Leander will be using next week's total solar eclipse to shine a light on a local family whose toddler was diagnosed with final-stage chronic kidney disease.
Man arrested for murder in connection to fentanyl death of teen
A man was arrested in connection to the fentanyl death of a 16-year-old, the Williamson County Sheriff's Office said.
Inappropriate student relationship: Leander ISD staff member on leave
Brandon Hopp is accused of engaging in an "inappropriate relationship" with a female Rouse High School student, says Leander police.
Water pipeline project in Leander underway
The water pipeline repairs in the City of Leander are officially underway. The city is currently under phase four water conservation measures.
Wimberley QB named one of Texas Class 4A prep football players of the year
Multiple Central Texas high school football players were recognized recently on the Blue Bell/Texas Sports Writers Association's lists.