Rebecca Thomas
Rebecca Thomas joined FOX 7 Austin in September of 2015 to anchor FOX 7 News at 5, 6, 9, and 10 p.m. - with veteran Austin journalist, Mike Warren. Originally from Southern California, Rebecca came to Austin from Phoenix, where she worked as an anchor and reporter for the ABC affiliate and then the CBS affiliate.
Journalism runs in Rebecca's blood. Her grandfather was the editor of the Los Angeles Herald Examiner in the 1960s and 1970s and her uncle is a retired photographer and photo editor for the Los Angeles Times.
Rebecca has embraced everything about Austin - enjoying its vibrant, local food, and music scenes. An avid explorer of the great outdoors, you can find her kayaking Lady Bird Lake and hiking Austin’s trails with her three 'pound puppies.'
The latest from Rebecca Thomas
Refugee Services of Texas names experienced executive as new CEO
Refugee Services of Texas CEO David McKeever discussed what the organization has seen and how private citizens can get involved.
New director Shay Ralls Roalson speaks on future of Austin Water
The City of Austin recently named Shay Ralls Roalson as the new director for Austin Water, the first woman to lead the department. Shay Ralls Roalson joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss her new position, her goals and zebra mussels.
Articles of impeachment filed against DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas
Democratic political analyst Ed Espinosa and GOP political analyst Ashley Brasher discussed the articles of impeachment filed against DHS Secretary Mayorkas.
88th Texas legislative session begins Jan. 10
Katie Naranjo, chair of the Travis County Democratic Party, and Matt Mackowiak, chair of the Travis County GOP, discussed the upcoming Texas legislative session.
ARCH experiences 'remarkable transformation' under new operators
Bill Brice, vice president of Investor Relations for the Downtown Austin Alliance, discusses the "transformation" of ARCH under new operators.
Austin-Travis County EMS explains importance of CPR training
Austin-Travis County EMS (ATCEMS) gave a demonstration of CPR, and talked about this important skill we should all have.
Damar Hamlin: Austin doctor shares expertise on cardiac arrest after Bills player collapses on field
Dr. Amin Al-Ahmad, an electrophysiologist with Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute at St. David's Medical Center, discussed what he believes happened to Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin after a major hit during a game Monday night.
Austin homelessness coalition announce 2023 survey date
On Friday, Jan. 27, 2023, teams of volunteers will load up with supplies and head out across our community to find and survey as many people experiencing homelessness as possible.
Austin Kidney Walk back in person November 6
The 2022 Austin Kidney Walk is back, this time in person, at the Pitch in Northeast Austin.
Travis County ESD No. 2 announce partnership with telehealth enterprise Tele911
Fire Chief Nick Perkins joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss the new partnership between Travis County Emergency Services District No. 2 and Tela9-1-1.