DeSoto police chief among candidates for Austin's open chief job
DeSoto Police Chief Joseph Costa is one of more than 30 candidates for Austin's unoccupied police chief role.
DeSoto Police Chief Joseph Costa is one of more than 30 candidates for Austin's unoccupied police chief role.
Texas man who spent 20 years on death row declared innocent of 1977 murder
Kerry Max Cook spent 20 years on death row, until 1997 after his verdict was reversed, due to allegations of misconduct from police and prosecutors.
Kerry Max Cook spent 20 years on death row, until 1997 after his verdict was reversed, due to allegations of misconduct from police and prosecutors.
Stonehenge vandalized by climate protesters ahead of summer solstice 2024
Stonehenge was spray-painted orange by climate protesters. The act was quickly condemned by U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, who called it a “disgraceful act of vandalism."
Stonehenge was spray-painted orange by climate protesters. The act was quickly condemned by U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, who called it a “disgraceful act of vandalism."
Police chase in northeast Austin goes 24 miles, causes two crashes: affidavit
We are learning more about a wild police chase through northeast Austin that was caught on camera and was seen by thousands on TikTok.
We are learning more about a wild police chase through northeast Austin that was caught on camera and was seen by thousands on TikTok.
Round Rock Juneteenth Shooting: Victims had ties to Austin Boys and Girls Club
We are learning more about the two women killed in a shooting at Round Rock's Juneteenth Festival last weekend. Both were a part of the Austin Boys and Girls Club.
We are learning more about the two women killed in a shooting at Round Rock's Juneteenth Festival last weekend. Both were a part of the Austin Boys and Girls Club.
Cypress taekwondo instructors save woman from attempted sexual assault: HCSO
Cypress taekwondo instructors helped rescue a woman after they saw a man attempting to sexual assault her nearby their dojo.
Cypress taekwondo instructors helped rescue a woman after they saw a man attempting to sexual assault her nearby their dojo.
Two charged with trafficking after search warrant at Taylor home
Five people were arrested for possession of methamphetamine when the search warrant was executed. Further investigation led to trafficking charges for two of them.
Five people were arrested for possession of methamphetamine when the search warrant was executed. Further investigation led to trafficking charges for two of them.
Juneteenth celebration shooting victims heal through therapy thanks to organizations
Police are still searching for a suspect in the shooting at the Juneteenth celebration in Round Rock. Local organizations have teamed up to host a gathering with therapists to help victims heal.
Police are still searching for a suspect in the shooting at the Juneteenth celebration in Round Rock. Local organizations have teamed up to host a gathering with therapists to help victims heal.
Texas DPS investigating hit-and-run crash on Toll 130
Texas DPS is looking for a vehicle they say was involved in a hit-and-run crash on Toll 130 northwest of Hutto on Wednesday morning.
Texas DPS is looking for a vehicle they say was involved in a hit-and-run crash on Toll 130 northwest of Hutto on Wednesday morning.
Boeing crash victims' families ask DOJ to fine company $24B, prosecute former execs
Relatives who lost loved ones in Boeing crashes are pressing the government to hold the company more accountable.
Relatives who lost loved ones in Boeing crashes are pressing the government to hold the company more accountable.
Pflugerville ISD student attacked on school bus by adults
A Pflugerville ISD student and his family say he was attacked on a school bus by a group of adults. Police are now investigating the incident.
A Pflugerville ISD student and his family say he was attacked on a school bus by a group of adults. Police are now investigating the incident.
Rachel Morin murder: Mom says daughter is more than a statistic: 'They’re using her like a 'political flag'
The mother of Rachel Morin, the Maryland mom of five who was brutally raped and murdered while hiking near her home last year, said she hopes her daughter won't become just another "statistic" and used as a political pawn after an illegal immigrant was charged in the case.
The mother of Rachel Morin, the Maryland mom of five who was brutally raped and murdered while hiking near her home last year, said she hopes her daughter won't become just another "statistic" and used as a political pawn after an illegal immigrant was charged in the case.
Murder-suicide in north Austin leaves husband, wife dead: APD
Austin police are investigating after a man shot his wife before turning the gun on himself in north Austin.
Austin police are investigating after a man shot his wife before turning the gun on himself in north Austin.
Dairy Queen windows shot by pellet gun, Kyle police investigating
Officers responded to the Dairy Queen and found window damage believed to be caused by a pellet gun.
Officers responded to the Dairy Queen and found window damage believed to be caused by a pellet gun.
Riley Strain autopsy: Cause of death for college student released
Tennessee's chief medical examiner released a full toxicology report Tuesday for 22-year-old University of Missouri senior Riley Strain, whose body was found in the Cumberland River in March after a fraternity outing in Nashville.
Tennessee's chief medical examiner released a full toxicology report Tuesday for 22-year-old University of Missouri senior Riley Strain, whose body was found in the Cumberland River in March after a fraternity outing in Nashville.
Travis County DA will not prosecute sexual assault case from August 2020
The Travis County District Attorney will not prosecute a sexual assault case from August 2020. DA Jose Garza said he believes the victims, but the case doesn’t meet the burden of proof.
The Travis County District Attorney will not prosecute a sexual assault case from August 2020. DA Jose Garza said he believes the victims, but the case doesn’t meet the burden of proof.
US Secret Service agent robbed at gunpoint during President Biden's California visit
A U.S. Secret Service agent was robbed at gunpoint in Tustin, California, over the weekend while President Joe Biden was visiting Los Angeles.
A U.S. Secret Service agent was robbed at gunpoint in Tustin, California, over the weekend while President Joe Biden was visiting Los Angeles.
DWI vs. DUI: Justin Timberlake’s arrest charge explained
Justin Timberlake was arrested Tuesday and accused of driving while intoxicated on New York’s Long Island.
Justin Timberlake was arrested Tuesday and accused of driving while intoxicated on New York’s Long Island.
Colorado Club Q gunman who killed 5 at nightclub to plead guilty to federal hate crimes
Anderson Lee Aldrich, who is serving a life sentence for shooting five dead and injuring 19 others at an LGBTQ+ club in Colorado Springs in 2022, pleaded guilty Tuesday to additional hate crime and gun charges.
Anderson Lee Aldrich, who is serving a life sentence for shooting five dead and injuring 19 others at an LGBTQ+ club in Colorado Springs in 2022, pleaded guilty Tuesday to additional hate crime and gun charges.
Seller impersonation fraud: What Texas realtors, property owners should know
FOX 7 Austin is following up on a story about land-selling fraud involving property owner impersonations. 7 On Your Side reporter Carissa Lehmkuhl reports on what the red flags are to watch out for, the precautions to take, and what happens if a fraudulent sale actually goes through.
FOX 7 Austin is following up on a story about land-selling fraud involving property owner impersonations. 7 On Your Side reporter Carissa Lehmkuhl reports on what the red flags are to watch out for, the precautions to take, and what happens if a fraudulent sale actually goes through.