More than 400 acres have burned in wildfires across Central Texas so far in 2025, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service. A total of 10 fires have burned 486.5 acres in the 15-county KXAN viewing area.

The National Weather Service has issued a “Red Flag Warning” for Central Texas all day Tuesday as inclement weather is expected to elevate wildfire risk. The arrival of a Pacific front early Tuesday will bring wind gusts up to 45 miles per hour and drive down humidity levels,

A Texas teen and cancer survivor received a Brahman heifer at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, fulfilling his wish through the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Texas Department of State Health Services has disputed a case of rubella in Texas, after Mexia ISD notified local families of a confirmed case.

Severe thunderstorms are possible for Saturday evening. Currently, at 4:48 pm, a Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for northeastern Walker County, northern San Jacinto County, southern Trinity County, and western Polk County. This warning expires at 5:30 pm.

Heavy snow is expected in the Panhandle, severe storms in North and East Texas, and high heat is coming to southern part of the state.

In response to the devastating Atkinson Avenue Fire, a blaze that began on Sunday, March 2, and is now contained, the community is collecting donations to support affected families.

WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Special Olympics athletes from across Texas spent Wednesday at the state capital in Austin lobbying for issues that affect over 60,000 athletes statewide and the group of delegates included three from Central Texas. Madi Potts, 19, has Down syndrome and has been participating in Special Olympics for more than four years now.

Some school districts opted to cancel or amend class start and end times on Tuesday as a result of the storms and high winds that have come through our area.

Given the recent measles outbreak in Central and South-Central Texas, it is essential to stay informed and take preventive measures to protect yourself.

Rabb was among several Central Texans who earned medals at the UIL State Swimming and Diving Championships Saturday at the Jamail Texas Swimming Center Saturday. Rabb, who moved to Dripping ...