Emergency crews watching San Gabriel River as more rain is expected

Emergency crews are on standby and watching the San Gabriel River as the threat of flooding is on the rise with more rain expected this week.

Man suspected of killing Round Rock teen arrested in Houston

Tuesday afternoon Round Rock police said Raymond Salazar Jr. was being booked into the Fort Bend County Jail on a charge of capital murder.

City of Georgetown seeking applications for 2021-22 Sculpture Tour

Calling all sculptors in Georgetown! The city is seeking applications for its 2021-22 Sculpture Tour, a year-long outdoor exhibit now until August 1.

100-year-old veteran on the true meaning of Memorial Day

Robert Sanchez’s home is covered in memories from his time during and following his service including his prized possession: his medals.

City of Georgetown offers tips to stay safe in summer heat

The City of Georgetown is offering tips to help protect residents, their families, and their furry friends against the Texas summer heat.

Texas law enforcement can no longer contract with reality TV shows

The law, known as Javier Ambler's law, now prevents law-enforcement agencies in Texas from participating in reality TV shows.

Texas Humane Heroes adoption centers at max capacity

Texas Humane Heroes says that it is no longer able to take in animals from shelter partners as every kennel and animal enclosure is full.

Animal shelters filling up across Central Texas

Many shelters say the need for fosters and adopters is at an all-time high as interest has decreased since the beginning of the year.

Austin man indicted for allegedly distributing fentanyl laced drugs

The indictment alleges that a man sold a controlled substance containing fentanyl to an individual. Police say that the individual subsequently died after consuming the narcotic. 

Potential Austin camping zones for homeless border Cedar Park

One resident says while their property is in Cedar Park they border a park designated as a potential camping zone which is owned by Austin.

Williamson County conducting DWI initiative over Memorial Day Weekend

The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting a three-day DWI initiative starting on May 28th and ending on May 30th.

Former WilCo deputy charged in connection to 2019 use of force incident

Officials say Lorenzo Herndanez, Jr. is charged with official oppression and assault in connection to his actions when he responded to a domestic disturbance call.

LIVE: Leander Mayor-Elect Christine Sederquist
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Earlier this month, Leander voters elected a new Mayor, Christine Sederquist. She's the second woman to take that seat in Leander's history. She joined Good Day Austin's Casey Claiborne live Sunday morning.

Central Texas cities lift more restrictions after CDC recommendation

The CDC has eased mask-wearing guidance for the fully vaccinated, allowing them to stop wearing masks outdoors in crowds and in most indoor settings.

DSHS says COVID-19 vaccines not mandatory for school

The state is not making COVID-19 vaccinations a requirement for students in the fall despite kids age 12 and older being eligible.

Austinites share mixed reactions to new CDC, MLB mask guidelines

Under the CDC’s new guidelines, fully vaccinated persons no longer have to wear a mask indoors or outdoors - with the exception of public transport.

City of Georgetown updates COVID-19 safety guidelines

The city of Georgetown is no longer requiring face coverings to be worn in city facilities and all public meetings will return to in-person.