More than eight weeks after floodwaters swept through parts of the Hill Country, some Kerr County businesses are still trying to recover without state or federal assistance.
A field of 500 American flags stands in Kerrville this weekend as part of a community tribute to those lost on Sept. 11 and the service members who answered the call.
A Kerr County woman died Saturday night after she was struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross a highway, according to the Kerrville Police Department.
After more than 70 years without a football program, Schreiner opened its season at Antler Stadium in Kerrville with a 33-27 victory over Austin College.
Governor Greg Abbott paused state funding for new cameras amid scrutiny, while critics argue the move is insufficient and raise privacy and freedom-of-movement concerns.
A suspected impaired driver was arrested after striking two pedestrians in a parking lot, according to the Kerrville Police Department.
More than a month after floodwaters surged five feet inside her house, Alma Martinez is still finding pieces of her life in the dirt behind her Kerrville home.
An 18-year-old woman was injured and airlifted to a San Antonio hospital after a shooting in Kerrville, according to the Kerrville Police Department.
A Kerrville widow is sharing with KSAT the story of losing her husband in this year’s floods, describing both the heartbreak and the faith she’s leaning on in the aftermath.
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country announced its next steps weeks after severe flooding ravaged the area for the second July in a row.
Efforts to restore the Guadalupe River are moving forward after recent flooding erased some of the progress made by nonprofits and landowners to heal the river corridor.
For many Kerrville residents, the Guadalupe River is the go-to spot for a walk, a cool dip or a dose of fresh air — but city officials say the July 16 flood left behind damage so severe that parts of the river trail aren’t safe to reopen yet.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency hasn’t started helping local governments or individuals, while philanthropic response lags compared to last year’s flood.
Cleanup is underway at the Kerr County Courthouse after floodwaters caused significant damage. Officials say preventing mold is now a top priority.
The Kerrville City Council voted Wednesday to extend its disaster declaration as crews continue responding to major flood damage across the city and Kerr County.
Volunteers and business owners across Kerr County are cleaning up after last week’s floods, while many residents wait for state and federal aid.
James Avery jewelry, a company that traces its origins to Kerrville, announced a $1 million commitment to flood recovery relief for the Texas Hill Country.
While Gov. Greg Abbott provided new information Monday on the local and state response to flooding in Comal, Kendall and Kerr counties, several other South Central Texas cities are bracing for high floodwaters downstream.
Officials in Texas have implemented major changes to improve flood warnings after last year's deadly floods in Hill Country.
Floodwaters from Goat Creek spilled over a Kerrville road early Thursday, pushing water into a family’s home and leaving them to watch as nearly all of their property was swept away.
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has launched a new regional relief fund across 10 counties in response to this week’s widespread flooding.
More than 1,300 first responders were deployed and at least 75 people were rescued amid devastating floods in Texas, according to Gov. Greg Abbott.
KSAT has crews in the Hill Country and Bexar County as severe weather continues to affect South Central Texas.
At least two people died in South Central Texas as floodwaters once again inundated parts of the area Thursday — prompting water rescues, evacuations and widespread road closures as emergency crews respond to another dangerous flooding event along the Guadalupe River.
At the Kerrville Cross, the Hill Country Flood Memorial Wall was dedicated Friday morning as a place for remembrance and reflection, with plans for future additions as more funds are raised.
One year after the devastating Hill Country flood that claimed more than 130 lives, Kerr County is preparing to remember the victims while continuing to rebuild and push for changes aimed at preventing another tragedy.
With the Fourth of July approaching, a bunch of events taking place in the Hill Country will honor the lives lost in last year’s floods as well as celebrate America’s 250th birthday.
Crider’s dance hall is back. Homes are rebuilt. Kids swim in the river. But there’s also deep grief after the river killed 119 people and traumatized more.
Kerr County commissioners discussed flood warning system agreements during a Tuesday morning meeting, weeks after the county became the first in Texas to install and test new state-funded flash flood warning sirens and sensors under Senate Bill 3.
As Texas counties have faced hurdles to curb the rapid growth of data center developments, cities could have more success with banning them through their zoning laws, land experts say.
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has spent $82 million on overall recovery since July 4, 2025. Forty-three percent of that total has been spent getting flood survivors into temporary and, eventually, permanent housing.
A year into recovery efforts in west Kerr County, many families are still waiting for permanent housing, rent help and access to resources, according to Hill Country organizations working with survivors.
During the floods on the Fourth of July last year, experts say the Guadalupe River lost as much as half of the overall green material in the riparian area.
The Community Foundation has allocated $5 million in grants to 15 nonprofits and pledged an additional $10 million over two years to support long-term mental health recovery following the Hill Country flood.
Kerrville Police Chief Chris McCall will retire next month after leading the department since 2020, according to a city news release.
Jellystone Park on the Guadalupe River has reopened its riverfront after last summer’s devastating floods tore through the Hill Country.
A Code Red Alert has been issued for a man considered “armed and dangerous,” according to the Kerr County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO).
A state lawmaker suggested a scenario in which Camp Mystic could open, but without the Eastland family involved in running the business during the second open meeting on Tuesday in Austin.
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country announced $14 million worth of grants on Thursday to a variety of projects to restore areas along the Guadalupe River.
William B. “Dub” Thomas is set to retire after 11 years as Kerr County’s emergency management coordinator.
Opening its final season before joining the NCAA, Schreiner flag football defeated Texas Southern 19-6 on Saturday.
Zayne Boggs, a 17-year-old student at Hill Country High, said he was skateboarding home from school last week when he lost his balance and collided with the side of a Kerrville ISD bus.
The family of Cecilia “Cile” Steward, the only child still missing after the deadly flood at Camp Mystic, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the camp.
Lesa Baird spends a lot of her day cuddled up with her best friend, her cat Ella. The two were inseparable before the July 4 floods in the Hill Country, but now they are more connected than ever.
A 17-year-old boy was injured after being struck by a Kerrville Independent School District bus last week, according to a Texas Department of Transportation report.
More than two dozen people from around the community met Tuesday at the Hunt Volunteer Fire Department to share the news of a check presentation.
The Kerrville Police Department said a 35-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a woman’s disappearance that prompted a CLEAR Alert Tuesday morning.
“Forrest Gump” actor Gary Sinise plans to hold a special benefit concert in Kerrville later this year.
In Kerr County, the July 4 flood is expected to quadruple serious emotional disturbances in children and more than triple adult PTSD cases this year.
Although freezing rain and sleet have moved away from South Central Texas, the overnight conditions resulted in significant ice accumulation.
KSAT is providing the latest on weather, traffic, power outages and more in and around San Antonio during this weekend’s wintry weather.
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country said trauma-related symptoms following the Fourth of July floods are likely to intensify and continue for years without assistance.
TxDOT told KSAT that maintenance crews will begin pretreating roadways Thursday morning, focusing first on the Hill Country — including Kerrville and Boerne — and on northern parts of San Antonio.
Texas Department of Transportation officials are seeking public input on which major road projects should be prioritized in rural counties outside Bexar County over the next several years.
Hundreds of newly released messages add more detail to the devastating timeline of the deadly floods.
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country is announcing a new small-business initiative for the Kerrville region and providing a six-month recovery update on the July 4 floods on Tuesday morning.
Kerr County Commissioners held a meeting on Monday morning to discuss several topics, including the implementation of an outdoor flood warning system.
Another year came and went in the blink of an eye. 2025 was memorable for many reasons, including heavy rainfall, a worsening drought, beautiful Northern Lights displays and even more snow.
Along the Guadalupe River, one man is trying to turn a piece of land into a place of remembrance.
The county where more than 100 died in July floods wants to quickly build a $5 million flood warning system.
Habitat for Humanity Kerr County is hoping to have some families in new homes by the end of the year, but they face some delays.
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country held a workshop on Monday at the Arcadia Live Theater in Kerrville to update nonprofit leaders and local stakeholders on the ongoing flood recovery from the July 4 disaster.
Amid catastrophic flooding and cries for help on the morning of July 4, newly released 911 calls reveal Kerr County dispatchers remaining calm and steady-handed, while several community members were attempting to help their neighbors.
Nearly six months after the July 4 flood that swamped parts of Kerr County, families and business owners say recovery is moving too slowly, even after the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country announced it had raised $100 million from donors around the world.
Mental health experts expect the July 4 floods have resulted in post-traumatic stress disorder, unhealthy hypervigilance and recurring thoughts on disasters among campers.
Four months after devastating July 4 flooding damaged its facility, the Dietert Center in Kerrville has reopened its doors thanks to an outpouring of community volunteers and support.
On Monday morning, hours before Light on the Hill began distributing food to families, a line of cars that stretched a mile long started lining up as early as midnight.
Kerr County commissioners met on Monday to discuss several community-related topics, including a new study regarding flood impacts.
The City of Kerrville said it is working to remove crosswalk art from three well-trafficked intersections after Governor Greg Abbott threatened to withhold funding from any Texas city who doesn’t comply with the order.
Kerr County commissioners met Tuesday to discuss ongoing flood recovery efforts and the status of implementing a flood warning system.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Camp Mystic leaders would be invited to testify before the committees, as part of what Speaker Dustin Burrows said would be a “comprehensive and thorough review.”
The stretch of the River Trail between the Camp Meeting Creek bridge and the Francisco Lemos Street bridge is now open for the first time since the deadly Fourth of July flood in Kerrville.
Kerrville Parks and Recreation Department announced that certain areas will reopen to the public next week, just more than three months after the deadly Fourth of July flooding.
1011 Bistro co-owner Tomas Valdes said his Kerrville restaurant, which has been open since 2012, is set to close permanently.
The flood damage forced the Kerrville VFW Post to gut its facility completely. Four feet of interior walls and contents were lost, including the kitchen and bar.
