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.

Face coverings no longer required at Dell Diamond

The Round Rock Express says that in accordance with MLB, state, city and county policies, face coverings will no longer be required at Dell Diamond.

Family remembers man who died while volunteering during winter storm

Many people lost power or water during the February winter storm, but a Hutto woman lost her husband who had been volunteering to help with repairs.

City of Cedar Park names Michael Harmon police chief

Chief Michael Harmon will begin his new position on May 29 and says he is looking forward to his new role.

Granger ISD marks one year of in-person classes

Granger ISD says that this was possible due to the COVID-19 safety protocols in place as well as teachers who have gone above and beyond.

Round Rock daughter follows mother's footsteps into nursing career

On this Mother's Day, a daughter saw the hard work her mother did while she was growing up, and has a gift for her in return to show her appreciation.

Baseball returns to Dell Diamond as Round Rock Express open season

The Express opened its AAA season with a nice mix of rehabbing veterans, like Khris Davis, and young prospects against the Oklahoma City Dodgers.

Lawsuit filed against former Wilco sheriff over 2019 traffic stop

Ramsey Mitchell claims that back in June 2019, he was pulled over for allegedly missing a front license plate. After pulling him over, the lawsuit says deputies issued a call to have a TV crew film the encounter.

Elgin man dies in motorcycle crash in Taylor

Taylor police say they are investigating the crash that occurred the evening of May 3 in the 5000 block of West 2nd Street.

Georgetown Fire Department looking to hire paramedics

The Georgetown Fire Department says it's hiring but it has noticed a lack of interest as it looks for paramedics to join the team.

Missing Hutto teen found unharmed, says WCSO

The Williamson County Sheriff's Office has confirmed the missing 16-year-old from Hutto has been found.

Central Texas communities to decide on school proposals in election

Four districts are asking voters to borrow tens or even hundreds of millions of dollars to build new schools or expand existing ones

Leander ISD families protest recommended list for student book clubs

Parents are frustrated with the recommended reading list for student book clubs and are concerned about what's on and not on the list.