'Substance' in van from Houston ICE shooting is electrolyte mix, lawyer says
An affidavit claims bags with a “white-crystal like substance" are inside the van targeted in the fatal Houston ICE-involved shooting.
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Relief teams mobilize as Texas flood response grows
Southern Baptists of Texas Convention Disaster Relief plans to send about 15 volunteers and four trucks to Uvalde on Friday to support a Salvation Army mass feeding operation.
Texas flooding: 1 reported death in catastrophic Hill Country flooding
Catastrophic flash flooding across the Texas Hill Country has left one person dead in Kerr County, as the Guadalupe River crested at a near-historic 37 feet.
'Substance' in van from Houston ICE shooting is electrolyte mix, lawyer says
An affidavit claims bags with a “white-crystal like substance" are inside the van targeted in the fatal Houston ICE-involved shooting.
San Marcos fox tests positive for rabies
A report to San Marcos Animal Services said a fox with rabies attacked a stray cat on July 11 in Willow Creek Estates, according to a release.
A year's worth of rain in 5 days: Here are the highest rainfall totals across the area
More than two feet of rain has fallen in some parts of Central Texas over the past four days.
Kerr County faces flooding comparable to 2025, Rep. Virdell says
AUSTIN (Nexstar) – The Kerr County area was hit with approximately a foot of rain from Wednesday night into Thursday morning leading to a Flash Flood Emergency from the National Weather Service. State Representative Wes Virdell, R– Brady, spoke to KXAN on Thursday morning about how the county is ...
U-Haul offering free storage for a month to those impacted by flooding, severe storms in Texas
The moving company said in a press release Thursday that two U-Haul companies are making 17 centers available to provide 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box container use to people impacted by severe storms, flash flooding, and tornado damage this week.
Kerr County opens shelters as severe weather moves through Hill Country
Kerr County has opened three different shelters for people who are displaced from their homes as severe weather moves through the Hill Country.
Gov. Abbott to give update on state's response to flooding
Texas Governor Greg Abbott is expected to share updates on the state's response to flooding across Texas, his office announced in a press release.
Two families sue North Dakota hospital on allegations babies were switched at birth
Two families are suing a North Dakota hospital, alleging hospital staff mistakenly switched two baby boys at birth more than 36 years ago.
VIDEO: Central Texas flooding leads to water rescue near Kerrville
On Thursday, first responders pulled off a water rescue on the Guadalupe River near Center Point as heavy rain created a Flash Flooding Emergency in several Central Texas counties.
Austin Pets Alive! in need of help as shelters overwhelmed due to severe weather
In a release, APA! said as of 10 a.m. Thursday, more than 104 pets from affected areas are on their way to the rescue: 54 dogs and 50 cats.
3 dead after carbon monoxide found in Ford Explorer
The presence of carbon monoxide was confirmed in a parked vehicle in Toledo, Ohio, where five people were found unresponsive and three of them died Wednesday in what an official described as an accident.
Boil water notice for city of Blanco
There is a boil water notice for the city of Blanco, the Police Department announced in a Facebook post on Thursday. Water should be brought to a "vigorous" rolling boil and stay there for two minutes, officials advised.
Can vinegar kill cyclospora? How to wash produce amid parasite outbreak
A produce-linked parasite that can cause uncomfortable (and at times dangerous) bouts of "explosive" diarrhea is causing people to think twice before snacking on berries or mixing up a salad.
Why fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz is such a challenge
President Trump’s return to a U.S. military blockade on Iranian ports this week marked another dead end in his bid to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The restart of the blockade — which first began in mid-April and held until last month, when a tenuous deal to begin peace negotiations between ...
Milwaukee latest city to ban ICE masks: Is it legal?
Courts have yet to define how far the Supremacy Clause limits states' authority over federal officers, experts say.
Temperatures, rain totals, severe storms: Explore Austin's 2026 weather data
KXAN has created charts and graphics to help you keep track of whatever weather 2026 brings.
R. Kelly asks President Trump to commute sentence
The formal request comes a year after Kelly's attorney, Beau Brindley, publicly requested that the president take a look at the case over allegations of a "murder plot" in prison.
'I knew it was on me': Video shows reporter power through live report as cockroach crawls on her
A cockroach made an unexpected appearance during a live weather report during a Tuesday night newscast from Nexstar's KTLA, but the reporter at the center of the moment didn't let it derail her broadcast.
Why experts can't pinpoint source of 'explosive diarrhea' parasite
It's been difficult for the CDC to obtain an accurate count of how many cases are currently in the U.S.
A&M Forest Rangers buy two aircraft for fire responses
The Texas A&M Forest Service purchased two helicopters as a start to its state-managed aircraft fleet. The helicopters are SUBARU Bell 412EPX, a 56-foot aircraft mainly used internationally for public safety missions like search and rescues and aerial firefighting.
Charts: See how high the Pedernales and Llano rivers have risen
The Pedernales and Llano rivers are brimming with massive amounts of water Thursday, as heavy rain continues for a second day across Central Texas.
PHOTOS: Texas rivers before and after floods
Severe weather across Central and Southwest Texas has caused life-threatening flash flooding, especially near Texas rivers. Below are photos of rivers before and after the July 2026 floods.
Watch: Navy Blue Angels jet flies low over beachgoers in Pensacola, Florida, Navy investigating incident
The U.S. Navy is investigating after a Blue Angels jet conducting a flyover above Pensacola Beach in Florida, Wednesday, flew close to the beach crowded with beach-goers.
Talarico challenges Paxton to debates in US Senate race
Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico challenged Republican nominee Ken Paxton to participate in three televised debates, saying voters deserve to hear the candidates answer questions directly ahead of November's election.
Cajun Navy volunteer who experienced 2025 floods: 'Not really sure what to say anymore'
Ryan Logue started volunteering with the Cajun Navy last year when deadly floods hit his hometown of Kerrville. Early Thursday morning, he woke up to another major flash flood, something he said is one of the hardest things he's seen in a long time.
George Santos joins cast of FOX's ‘Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test’
Fifteen celebrities – including former congressman George Santos, sports champions, and reality TV royalty – are about to face the ultimate test of survival on Season 5 of FOX’s “Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test."
Shelters open in Uvalde amid flooding across Hill Country
Additional shelters have opened in Uvalde due to widespread flooding and rising water levels on the Leona, Nueces and Frio Rivers.
PHOTOS: 2026 Texas Hill Country floods
Life-threatening floods continue across Texas on Thursday, July 16.
Texas flooding: River flood risk increasing in Hill Country
The river flood risk is rising in the Hill Country as there has been too much heavy rain for the saturated ground to handle.
Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country launches 2026 flood relief fund
One year after the July 2025 floods swept through the Texas Hill Country, the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has launched the Texas Hill Country Flood Relief Fund for this year.
Unredacted Epstein files denied by DOJ for New Mexico case
The Department of Justice denied New Mexico’s request for unedited files regarding Jeffrey Epstein, stating that federal disclosure laws prohibit the agency from releasing the unredacted investigative records to state authorities.
Kerr County Sheriff's Office confirms 1 death in Kerr County Thursday morning
Travis County has been sending resources to Kerr and Gillespie Counties amid major flash flooding in the areas. County Judge Andy Brown said there has been one reported death so far.
Cypress Kroger shooting: Suspect identified, person shot after domestic disturbance
Harris County officials have identified the suspect in the shooting at a Cypress Kroger store on Wednesday.
Large structure gets swept away in Guadalupe River floodwaters, hits Kerrville bridge
NewsNation correspondent Xavier Walton and his photographer captured a video of a structure being swept up in river water and crashing into a Kerrville bridge.
What is a Code Orange or Code Red air quality alert?
Air quality alerts can change quickly during wildfire smoke events. Here’s what Code Orange and Code Red mean, who is most at risk and when you should limit time outside.
France vs. England Bronze Final preview: Will stars play in third-place game?
France and England missed the World Cup Final, but one more match remains. The Bronze Final brings two heavyweight teams, several Golden Boot contenders and real rotation questions to Miami.
Scattered storms continue through tonight
A life-threatening Flash Flood Emergency is ongoing along the Pedernales River in Gillespie County and Blanco County as we wrap up this afternoon. Those near the river should be ready to evacuate to higher ground if necessary. -- Nick Bannin
Student News Now: Round Rock ISD's virtual learning; Border wall threatens wildlife refuge; Pokémon cards sell for $40,000
In this week’s episode of Student News Now on KXAN+, Round Rock ISD is joining a growing number of school districts offering virtual options for its students.