Health•3h3 hours ago•1 min readMom calls for better hospice care after Central Texas' only pediatric program endsA few years after starting, Dell Children's Medical Center ended its program Friday.Ravi PatelContinue reading
Health•17h17 hours agoGLP-1 users report painful skin side effect doctors are trying to understand"Even the lightest touch against my skin could be uncomfortable."Read story →
Health•YesterdayYesterdayThree injured in major crash on FM 973 in Pflugerville, one airliftedThree people were injured in a crash on FM 973 in Pflugerville. One patient was flown to a hospital by STAR Flight, while two others were taken by ambulance.Read story →
Health•2d2 days ago32-year-old woman arrested for DWI after deadly crash Sunday on South CongressOn a quiet Sunday evening along South Congress, a tragic accident unfolded that has left our community shaken and heartbroken. Olivia Mills, a 32-year-old woman from Austin, was involved in a deadly crash that claimed the life of a pedestrian. Witnesses recall hearing the screech of tires and...Read story →
Health•4d4 days ago'Brutal' MoPac wreck leads to intoxication manslaughter arrestOn a fateful Monday evening, the calm of the Round Rock community was shattered by a tragic car accident on MoPac Expressway. The scene was harrowing, with emergency responders working tirelessly to save lives. In the aftermath, it was revealed that an 18-year-old man from Austin had been arrested...Read story →
Health•5d5 days agoAustin Public Health launches updated opioid overdose data dashboardOn a recent morning in Round Rock, a community meeting drew concerned citizens and local leaders together to discuss a pressing issue that affects families across the region: opioid overdoses. As parents and educators exchanged stories of loss and hope, the atmosphere was charged with a sense of...Read story →
Health•5d5 days ago1 person injured after minor crash leads to shooting on North Lamar, police sayIn the early hours of a Sunday morning, the tranquility of Round Rock was shattered by a shocking incident that left one person injured. Just after 5:15 a.m., local police officers received an urgent call about a "shoot/stab" situation, leading them to a nearby hospital where a victim had arrived...Read story →
Health•Oct 31October 31, 2026Dell Children’s hospice changes raise concerns for familiesAs the sun sets over Round Rock, families are gathering around dinner tables, sharing stories and laughter, but for some, there’s an undercurrent of anxiety. Families like the Garcias, whose son, Lucas, has been receiving hospice care at home, are feeling the weight of uncertainty as they learn...Read story →
Health•Oct 31October 31, 2026TxDOT, Austin trauma surgeon urge safety as darker evenings increase pedestrian risksAs the sun dipped below the horizon earlier than usual, the streets of Round Rock began to shimmer under the glow of streetlights. Families were out for evening strolls, children rode their bikes, and e-scooter riders zipped by, all blissfully unaware of the heightened risks that accompany the...Read story →
Health•Oct 31October 31, 2026How does daylight saving time impact your health?As the sun dips below the horizon a little later each evening, many of us are reminded that daylight saving time (DST) is upon us once again. For some, this change signifies the arrival of spring and longer days, but for others, it can bring about a host of health issues that ripple through our...Read story →
Health•Oct 31October 31, 2026Education Department posts doctored image showing its HQ as Spirit HalloweenOn a bright Tuesday morning, the Round Rock community was buzzing with chatter about a peculiar social media post from the Texas Education Department. As residents scrolled through their feeds, they were met with a startling image: the Department's headquarters cleverly transformed into a Spirit...Read story →
Health•Oct 30October 30, 2026Christa Pike describes constant pain in first statement since her failed executionIn a dimly lit room of a prison hospital, Christa Pike sits alone, her body bearing the scars of a harrowing experience. The echoes of the past few weeks reverberate in her mind as she struggles to articulate her thoughts. "I remain in constant pain," she shared in her first public statement since...Read story →
Health•Oct 30October 30, 2026Arch Manning's latest NIL deal puts his mother in the spotlightAs the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over Round Rock, Texas, a familiar figure stood at the center of attention. Arch Manning, the highly touted quarterback, was not just making headlines for his athletic prowess but for a cause that strikes at the heart of many families:...Read story →
