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Speeding motorcycle crashes near Lake Travis

EMS said they responded to a single-motorcycle crash in North Travis County Saturday evening.

Budget cuts shut off Meals on Wheels service

The sequester and the resulting federal budget cuts played out on the big stage for several months, and now smaller communities across the region are feeling

Party boat goes up in flames on Lake Travis

An iconic riverboat-style party boat burned to a charred hull on Lake Travis Friday afternoon after officials said a fire begin in the boat's kitchen.

Motorcyclist killed in Llano Co. crash

A man in his mid-50s died after losing control of his motorcycle and crashing into a fence in northern Llano County on Thursday.

Bikers rumble around the Hill Country

The party started early in Jonestown at Rumi's Tavern, where bikers, some who had traveled long distances, knocked on the door early looking for a good time.

Lago Vista house fire still smoldering

North Lake Travis Fire and Rescue returned Thursday morning to the house on Watercliffe Drive that they had spent Monday battling.

Historic courthouses lack needed funding

Historic courthouses in Texas are at the mercy of big budget cuts over the next two years, and once again many of the structures are still not eligible for

Firefighters fight low water pressure around Lake Travis

Firefighters were on the scene within minutes after a call came in late Sunday when a hilltop home near Lago Vista went up in flames. Putting out the fire

Lightning suspected in Lago Vista house fire

Fire destroyed a home near Lago Vista late Sunday night.  The fire chief said they had trouble getting enough water.

Dublin Bottling celebrates 122nd birthday

What goes better with a 122nd birthday than celebrating it with three new family members?

Llano gets set for 78th annual rodeo

Event organizers proudly showed off their year old, $2 million arena in Llano on Friday. The building is the sight of this year's 78th annual Llano Rodeo

Spicewood man charged in deadly Georgia crash

A Spicewood man was charged with vehicular homicide and reckless driving after his sedan struck and killed a man in a golf cart.

Boerne fires officer accused of shooting cat

The City of Boerne has fired the officer accused of shooting a cat, according to a report released Wednesday.

Kevin Fowler helps launch 'Take Care of Texas' campaign

With the hot Texas summer already approaching, a new campaign has been launched to promote outdoor recreation and responsibility in preserving natural

Making healthy habits a learning game

Liz Northcutt says she's found a way to get children interested in healthy eating and regular exercise. It's a learning experience disguised as a board game.

Trailer with ammo, military uniforms stolen

Investigators are seeking tips regarding a stolen cargo trailer containing military uniforms, ammunition and assault rifle magazines.

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Photos: Texas is burning

Images of the Central Texas fires that burned more than 1,500 homes and turned thousands of lives upside …

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