ICE detainee hospitalized in Kyle, local officials say they weren't notified of operations
A individual detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) was taken to the hospital Thursday morning, according to a social media post from the Kyle Police Department (KPD).
Austin's housing market: How quickly are homes selling, and for how much?
At KXAN, we're keeping track of home prices, and several other data points, to help buyers and sellers stay on top of trends in the market.
https://www.kxan.com/news/housing/austin-housing-market-data/
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How to keep your New Year's resolution: Austin coach shares weight loss journey
In this episode of KXAN + Simple Health, Coach McMahon shares the mistakes that once set him back, and the mindset shifts that helped him lose weight, maintain a healthy lifestyle, run marathons, and win bodybuilding competitions.
‘Free Puppies’: 9 newborn puppies left in bin rescued in San Marcos
Nine newborn puppies were rescued in San Marcos after being left in a bin labeled “Free Puppies.”
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DSHS confirms rabies outbreak in Hays County
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) confirmed a rabies outbreak within Hays County and surrounding areas, with most cases involving foxes, according to a public health notice from Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra.
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/hays/dshs-confirms-rabies-outbreak-in-hays-county/
Hays CISD faces tough choices after tax vote fails
A failed tax rate election in November has put the Hays Consolidated Independent School District in a bind.
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/hays/hays-cisd-faces-tough-choices-after-tax-vote-fails/
1 dead in head-on crash in Buda
DPS said its troopers responded to the crash around 7:30 a.m. on FM 2001 near Hillside Terrace.
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/buda/1-dead-in-head-on-crash-in-buda/
Police: Buda man arrested, accused of stalking teens
78-year-old Stephen Tecci is being charged with stalking after Kyle police said they believed he had been approaching and harassing the teens near the 4300 block of Brenner Road.
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/hays/police-buda-man-arrested-accused-of-stalking-teens/
Hays County votes to implement Jail-Based Competency Restoration Program
Hays County said it expected to implement a Jail-Based Competency Restoration Program in the coming months.
Hays Co. Sheriff's seek suspect who allegedly attempted to steal trailer at storage facility
The agency said it happened on Dec. 27, 2025 at the storage facility located off FM 2325 near Fischer Road in Wimberly.
3 teens arrested in Kyle, face multiple criminal charges
The Kyle Police Department said three teens were arrested Wednesday following a traffic stop.
https://www.kxan.com/news/crime/3-teens-arrested-in-kyle-face-multiple-criminal-charges/
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Debris cleanup on I-35 in San Marcos causes traffic delays
San Marcos police posted on Facebook there is a cleanup operation happening at northbound I-35 just before the McCarty Lane exit (Exit 201).
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/hays/debris-cleanup-on-i-35-in-san-marcos-causes-traffic-delays/
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Dead fox found north of Wimberley tests positive for rabies
A dead fox found in Woodcreek just north of Wimberly on Dec. 22 tested positive for rabies, according to the Hays County Sheriff’s Office.
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/hays/dead-fox-found-north-of-wimberley-tests-positive-for-rabies/
LIST: New Year's Eve and New Year's Day events in Central Texas
If you're looking to welcome the new year this week and lack plans, here are some events across Central Texas you can enjoy with family and friends.
https://www.kxan.com/things-to-do/list-new-years-eve-and-new-years-day-events-in-central-texas/
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'Marty Supreme' promotional blimp spotted in New Braunfels
Part of the press tour includes large, bright orange blimps, which Variety said are about half the size of the Goodyear balloon, which flew over Austin during South by Southwest 2025.
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/marty-supreme-promotional-blimp-spotted-in-new-braunfels/
Man arrested for November drive-by shooting in Kyle: HCSO
Abraham Herrera is being charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, a first-degree felony.
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/hays/man-arrested-for-november-drive-by-shooting-in-kyle-hcso/
Hays County Mental Health Court granted $10K from Texas Bar, to support expungement services
The Hays County Mental Health Court (MHC) on Dec. 2 received a $10,000 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation to support expungement services.
Foundation seeks land purchase in Dripping Springs to stop concert venue
A proposed 5,000-seat concert venue in Dripping Springs has been met with pushback from neighbors. A local foundation is trying to buy the land to prevent the venue from being built.
Uhland considers restricting mayor’s authority after felony arrest
The Uhland City Council will meet Thursday night to consider an agenda that could restrict Mayor Lacee Duke's authority to participate in city governance and finances, following her arrest by Texas Rangers for misapplication of fiduciary property.
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Kyle, Pflugerville voters choose new mayors in runoff elections
Voters in Travis, Hays and Williamson Counties cast their ballots in a few runoff elections on Saturday, choosing their next mayors and council members.
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