Marco Bitonel
Marco Bitonel is a nightside reporter for FOX 7 Austin.
Before joining the team, Marco spent the last year as an anchor/reporter in Gulfport, Mississippi. While he was on the Coast, he covered events such as the New Year’s terror attack in New Orleans, President Biden’s visit to the region and communities devastated by floods.
Marco is a proud graduate of Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona, where he left with a bachelor’s in communication with an emphasis in broadcasting and new media. While at GCU, he was an anchor/reporter for the student-led broadcast, "Lopes Lately." Marco covered everything from campus events to March Madness, and it was in Phoenix where he realized his passion for news storytelling.
When not our reporting, you can catch Marco finding new running trails or looking for his next favorite bite to eat. If you have any story ideas (or food recommendations) feel free to send them over at marco.bitonel@FOX.com.
The latest from Marco Bitonel
Austin library shooting victim faces multiple surgeries, mounting medical costs
The victim in October’s shooting at the Austin Central Library is now facing multiple surgeries and mounting medical costs.
San Marcos shootings: Police investigating 4 separate incidents
San Marcos police are investigating four separate shooting incidents following a violent weekend. At least one person was killed and three others are known to be injured.
'Save Maplewood Concert and Rally' features local bands, pays tribute to beloved school
Local bands came together to show support and raise awareness for a beloved Austin ISD elementary school facing closure.
SNAP benefits: Over 140K Central Texans will lose due to shutdown; List of resources for those in need
As the government shutdown continues, hundreds of thousands of Central Texans will soon lose their SNAP benefits.
Austin Central Library shooting: Victim speaks out
The victim in Saturday's shooting at the Austin Central Library is now speaking out. And, new details revealed the suspect was involved in another shooting hours before.
Travis County Sheriff's Office hosts Trunk or Treat event
The Travis County Sheriff’s Office turned into everything Halloween for its annual event.
VIDEO: Suspects ram car through front door of Central Texas vape shops
A Central Texas vape shop is looking for answers after two of their stores were broken into. The way the suspects got inside was the same each time, ramming a car through the front of the building.
UT Austin students protest President Trump's Higher Education Compact
President Trump is asking UT to make some major changes to school policy. It's all part of the president's higher education compact. In response, UT students marched to push back against the president's request.
F1 United States Grand Prix will remain in Austin until 2034
F1’s U.S. Grand Prix will stay in Austin for the next nine years after a new contract was announced.