Recent heavy rain boosts lake levels in Central Texas

A rainy May and June have given Central Texas a boost in lake levels, and a big help to businesses on the water.

Georgia man accused of threatening sexual violence on Sen. Ted Cruz

Robert Davis Forney, a 25-year-old, was arraigned in federal court on charges of threatening U.S. senators, including Sen. Ted Cruz, with sexual violence.

Missing Kyle teen believed to be in Austin area: sheriff

The Hays County Sheriff's Office is looking for a Kyle teen who hasn't been seen in almost a week. She is believed to be in the Austin area.

Protester shot and killed at Utah rally was former ‘Project Runway’ designer

Arthur Folasa Ah Loo, a Samoan fashion designer and former “Project Runway” contestant, was killed by a stray bullet at a protest in Salt Lake City. He is remembered for his vibrant work and deep commitment to the Pacific Islander community.

Man falls 30 feet off cliff trying to get a better look at Kilauea volcano eruption in Hawaii

"A tree had broken the man’s fall and prevented him from plunging another hundred feet or so to the caldera floor, which could have resulted in his death," Hawaii Volcanoes National Park officials said.

Juneteenth 2025: Events, commemorations across Central Texas

Juneteenth is this Thursday. Several events are being held across Central Texas to commemorate the day slaves in Texas learned that they had been freed.

Minnesota lawmaker shootings: Vance Boelter went to 4 lawmakers' homes, charges say

In addition to allegedly shooting Melissa and Mark Hortman, and John and Yvette Hoffman, Vance Boelter is also accused of targeting lawmakers in Maple Grove and New Hope Saturday morning.

Austin man walking 2500 miles to raise mental health awareness & honor best friend

Alex Bradley is walking from Austin to Oregon City and talking to people along the way to raise awareness about mental health and to honor his best friend.

Yosemite National Park to open all campgrounds for first time in 6 years

Officials noted that reservations are required at all campgrounds through October. They urged visitors to make reservations as soon as possible.

Minnesota lawmaker shootings: Who was on Vance Boelter's hit list?

The man now charged with shooting two Minnesota state lawmakers and their spouses in their own homes had targeted dozens of democratic officials, according to Vance Boelter's “hit list."

'Abolish ICE': Austin FC fans display anti-ICE banners at home game

Austin FC fans displayed anti-ICE banners during Saturday's home game at Q2 Stadium. At the same time, Austinites took to the streets to protest the Trump administration.

Two Kyle teens arrested after string of vehicle burglaries

Two Kyle teenagers have been charged with multiple counts of burglary of a motor vehicle after police were called to a report of a car burglary in progress early Sunday morning.

Houston woman arrested after 25 migrants found in box truck

A Texas state trooper found 25 migrants hidden in a sweltering box truck in South Texas on Wednesday after a tip from a concerned citizen. The migrants were found after a minor traffic accident.