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Amanda Ruiz
Amanda Ruiz is a reporter at FOX 7 Austin. She joined the team in January 2020.
Before moving to Austin, Amanda was a reporter for the NBC affiliate in Lubbock, Texas. There she began as a reporter and was promoted to join the news station’s investigative team.
Although Amanda has a soft spot for Texas, she is a born and raised New Yorker. She comes all the way from Bronx, New York. She also studied at Penn State University where she received a Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism and a minor in Political Science.
When you’re not seeing her on the news, Amanda will be exploring all Austin has to offer! She loves to hike, spend time with friends, and loves trying new things.
Amanda has a passion for being a voice to the voiceless and getting results for those who can’t for themselves. If you have a story you would like to share with her, email her at amanda.ruiz@foxtv.com or on any of her social media accounts.
The latest from Amanda Ruiz
Large 26 pound cat back in the care of Austin Pets Alive!
A large house cat weighing in at 26 pounds just cannot catch a break. He found himself back in the care of Austin Pets Alive! in need of some serious physical and emotional healing.
Getting to know the 2 Austin police chief finalists
Two finalists remain in the search for the Chief of the Austin Police Department. Those candidates are Lisa Davis and Jeffrey Norman.
Dog who has been in and out of Austin shelters has potential adopter
A 9-year-old pit mix who has been in and out of Austin shelters for years has a potential adopter.
Global tech outage could cause flight delays through the weekend
Airports across the world were impacted Friday by the global tech outage, including Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Austin medical facilities now required to have safety barriers after deadly ER crash
A new Austin code has been passed to require safety barriers at medical facilities after a deadly emergency room crash in February.
Hurricane Beryl: Austin Wildlife Rescue takes in over 70 birds from Houston
Austin Wildlife Rescue welcomed 76 birds from Houston following Hurricane Beryl.
City announces two finalists for Austin's chief of police
The City of Austin announced its two finalists for Austin's chief of police.
Efforts continue as crews work to restore power in Houston
Efforts continue as utility crews work to restore power to over a million people after Hurricane Beryl plowed through Houston. These crews include line workers from Austin Energy.
Shoal Creek Conservancy planning cleanup event to remove shopping carts from creek
This cleanup will focus on removing shopping carts left in and around the creek.
Austin Animal Center hits critical capacity, closes intakes
The Austin Animal Center has hit critical capacity and has once again closed animal intakes.