Texas families of different faiths sue over law requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms

Sixteen Texas families of different faiths have filed a lawsuit looking to block a state law that would require the Ten Commandments to be displayed in school classrooms.

Pope Leo XIV announces next Bishop of the Diocese of Austin

The Holy See has announced that Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Daniel E. Garcia as the sixth Bishop of the Diocese of Austin.

City of Leander installs free microchip scanning station for lost pets

The City of Leander has installed its first microchip scanning station to make it easier for owners to be reunited with lost pets.

July 4 holiday weekend 2025: List of events happening in Central Texas

July 4th is here and communities all over Central Texas are celebrating this weekend with family-friendly events and fireworks displays.

Houston homeowner spots alligator in front yard

A Houston homeowner was surprised to find a large alligator in his front yard as he tried to leave his house on Tuesday morning.

Personal watercrafts banned on Lake Austin for July 4th

The use and operation of personal watercraft, wet bikes, motorized surfboards, and similar devices on Lake Austin will be banned July 4th.

Round Rock deadly crash: Police seeking info from public

Round Rock police are asking for the public's help in investigating a crash that killed three people overnight on Sunday.

Texas measles outbreak: 3 new cases in connection to West Texas outbreak

The Texas Department of State Health Services says three new measles cases have been detected in the last week in connection to an outbreak in West Texas.

Fireworks safety urged ahead of July 4th weekend

The sights, sounds, and smells of fireworks come with the beautiful way Americans celebrate Independence Day. But those big shows in the sky are often better left to the professionals.