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
Cuts could be coming to Manor ISD after A $385 million bond proposal fails
The money from that multi-million dollar bond proposal would have gone to fund projects across Manor ISD for the next 6–8 years, but without that funding, the district will now have to look to other sources of revenue, including making cuts to fix the issues they're facing.
Partial SNAP benefits begin to hit Texans’ accounts
After weeks of uncertainty, some Texas SNAP recipients are beginning to receive partial payments.
Governor Greg Abbott announces campaign for fourth term
Greg Abbott is hoping Texas voters will re-elect him to another term as governor.
Central Texas under Red Flag Warning for Sunday
The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for all of South Central Texas. The warning will be in effect from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday.
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.