Hydra Fire tracker: Latest acreage, containment and map

The Hydra Fire in Texas is a wildfire that started in Bosque County on Monday, south of the town of Meridian.

Suspected overdoses in downtown Austin: 5 adults treated

The Austin Police Department is investigating after five people were treated for what police believe was a "bad batch" of drugs.

Hays County votes against law enforcement technology contract

Hays County was looking at a 10-year contract with a law enforcement technology company, but that changed on Tuesday.

Hays County votes against technology for law enforcement
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Hays County was looking at a 10-year contract with a law enforcement technology company, but that changed on Tuesday.

80 Austin police officers participate in 'Miles for Mental Health'

Starting in October, dozens of Austin police officers will begin an initiative to prioritize physical health and mental wellness.

Austin ISD responds to parent petition to close 2 schools

After two Austin ISD schools received consecutive failing grades, the district now faces a potential state takeover. But there’s a chance it could be avoided if parents petition to close the schools down.

7 charged with voter fraud during 2024 elections in North Texas

Seven people in North Texas have been taken into federal custody and accused of voting illegally during recent general elections in Tarrant County and Dallas County.

Former Gateway pastor Robert Morris’ sex offender photo features black eye

Robert Morris has a black eye in a photo that was posted on Tuesday on the state’s sex offender registry website. An attorney for the former Southlake megachurch pastor said he fell and hit a door.

Texas lawmakers consider action against sports prediction markets

A certain kind of online wagering is drawing scrutiny from Texas lawmakers. They are now considering whether the state should take action against prediction markets.

'Narrow-minded': UT student speaks out after Texas GOP candidate's controversial posts about student diversity

More people are speaking about the controversial comments made by the Texas GOP candidate for Railroad Commissioner about a diverse group of University of Texas students, including the students themselves.

Travis County approves tax increase for Central Health
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If you live in Travis County, you are part of the Central Health Hospital District, which makes up part of your property tax bill.

Texas data centers could face penalties over water reporting

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered the state's water development board to start penalizing major water users if they haven't complied with water use reporting requirements.

Jasmine Crockett faces backlash after honoring Chris Brown at Arlington concert

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) is facing criticism after honoring singer Chris Brown with an official recognition during a show in Arlington on Saturday.

Training accident at Fort Hood leaves one soldier dead and another injured

A soldier assigned to the 1st Cavalry Division has died following a vehicle rollover incident during training at Fort Hood, military officials announced.

Cedar Park toddler in hospital after vacation
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A Cedar Park toddler suddenly stopped breathing during a family vacation, and her lungs collapsed, leading to weeks in the hospital. Now back home, her family is facing another fight to get her the care she needs while medical bills continue to pile up. FOX 7 Austin's Julieanna Jackson reports.