FOX 7 Discussion: Amazon founder Jeff Bezos goes into space
Dr. Brandon Jones with the University of Texas joins Rebecca Thomas to talk about Blue Origin's first manned spaceflight with Jeff Bezos on board.
Dr. Brandon Jones with the University of Texas joins Rebecca Thomas to talk about Blue Origin's first manned spaceflight with Jeff Bezos on board.
FOX 7 Discussion: Equity study on CapMetro's Project Connect
University of Texas assistant professor Alex Karner joins Rebecca Thomas to discuss a study to ensure Project Connect helps all communities.
University of Texas assistant professor Alex Karner joins Rebecca Thomas to discuss a study to ensure Project Connect helps all communities.
Fauci: CDC ‘carefully looking’ at mask guidance for schools
Dr. Anthony Fauci said the American Academy of Pediatrics’ recent recommendation on universal masking in schools, even for those who are vaccinated, is out of an abundance of caution amid the surge in COVID-19 cases blamed on the delta variant of the coronavirus.
Dr. Anthony Fauci said the American Academy of Pediatrics’ recent recommendation on universal masking in schools, even for those who are vaccinated, is out of an abundance of caution amid the surge in COVID-19 cases blamed on the delta variant of the coronavirus.
Target, Staples, Dollar General, other retailers lure in teachers with back-to-school discounts
Major retailers are trying to lure in teachers with competing discounts ahead of the upcoming school year.
Major retailers are trying to lure in teachers with competing discounts ahead of the upcoming school year.
Judge rules Indiana University can mandate COVID-19 vaccine for students, staff
In a ruling dated Sunday, U.S. District Judge Damon Leichty in South Bend rejected a request from eight IU students who sought to block the requirement.
In a ruling dated Sunday, U.S. District Judge Damon Leichty in South Bend rejected a request from eight IU students who sought to block the requirement.
AAP: Students, staff should wear masks in schools — regardless of vaccination status
The American Academy of Pediatrics released a set of recommendations ahead of the upcoming school year to help stave off further growth of the COVID-19 pandemic. The recommendations include vaccinations for all eligible people and mask-wearing in class, regardless of vaccination status.
The American Academy of Pediatrics released a set of recommendations ahead of the upcoming school year to help stave off further growth of the COVID-19 pandemic. The recommendations include vaccinations for all eligible people and mask-wearing in class, regardless of vaccination status.
Enrollment deadline approaches for the Texas Tuition Promise Fund
Texas parents have until July 31 to enroll their newborns into the state prepaid college tuition program before the next enrollment period begins.
Texas parents have until July 31 to enroll their newborns into the state prepaid college tuition program before the next enrollment period begins.
Texas A&M Forest Service sends personnel to fight wildfires in west
A 10-person suppression module, six engine crews, two dozer crews, and multiple overhead personnel are currently deployed out of state.
A 10-person suppression module, six engine crews, two dozer crews, and multiple overhead personnel are currently deployed out of state.
Ex-baseball team Austin Black Senators to be honored at Dell Stadium
The Round Rock Express will hold a tribute to the Austin Black Senators at the Dell Diamond stadium in Round Rock on July 31.
The Round Rock Express will hold a tribute to the Austin Black Senators at the Dell Diamond stadium in Round Rock on July 31.
UT Austin researchers report on what went wrong during winter storm
UT Austin experts have released a report on how Winter Storm Uri affected the state's electric grid and the reason for blackouts.
UT Austin experts have released a report on how Winter Storm Uri affected the state's electric grid and the reason for blackouts.
Baylor University stirs anger and confusion as it opens the door for first LGBTQ student group
The decision to openly consider recognizing an LGBTQ group while simultaneously affirming the university's belief that marriage is between a man and a woman raised concerns among supporters and opponents who say Baylor is trying to "have its cake and eat it, too."
The decision to openly consider recognizing an LGBTQ group while simultaneously affirming the university's belief that marriage is between a man and a woman raised concerns among supporters and opponents who say Baylor is trying to "have its cake and eat it, too."
Parents less worried about paying for college, some still leaning on student loans, survey finds
From college cost "sticker shock" to dipping into college savings, parents are feeling more confident in paying for college in 2021 than they were in 2020, according to a new survey.
From college cost "sticker shock" to dipping into college savings, parents are feeling more confident in paying for college in 2021 than they were in 2020, according to a new survey.
Capital Metro and HEB participate in back-to-school donation campaign
Capital Metro and H-E-B work together in a back-to-school donation campaign to provide school supplies for children in the community.
Capital Metro and H-E-B work together in a back-to-school donation campaign to provide school supplies for children in the community.
California will still require masks inside schools, despite new CDC guidance
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday that vaccinated teachers and students don’t need to wear masks inside school buildings, but despite that California said its mask guidance for schools will remain in place.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday that vaccinated teachers and students don’t need to wear masks inside school buildings, but despite that California said its mask guidance for schools will remain in place.
Fully vaccinated teachers and students don't need masks, CDC says
The CDC said Friday that fully vaccinated teachers and students don't need to wear masks inside school buildings.
The CDC said Friday that fully vaccinated teachers and students don't need to wear masks inside school buildings.
Fixed rates for private student loans drop, while variable rates rise
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
UT Austin graduate students upset over health insurance change
The University of Texas at Austin graduate student employees demand the delay of health insurance changes due to concerning financial cost increases.
The University of Texas at Austin graduate student employees demand the delay of health insurance changes due to concerning financial cost increases.
Biden encourages pay raises for teachers
“You deserve a raise, not just praise,” Biden said in remarks at the National Education Association’s annual meeting in Washington.
“You deserve a raise, not just praise,” Biden said in remarks at the National Education Association’s annual meeting in Washington.
Howard University students want Phylicia Rashad fired after her Bill Cosby support
Howard University students and alumni are calling for "Cosby Show" actress Phylicia Rashad's firing from the school, where she serves as its dean of College of Fine Arts.
Howard University students and alumni are calling for "Cosby Show" actress Phylicia Rashad's firing from the school, where she serves as its dean of College of Fine Arts.
FOX 7 Discussion: Fighting extreme heat in Austin neighborhoods
Project lead and UT professor Dev Niyogi joins Rebecca Thomas to discuss a project between researchers and the city of Austin to identify hot spots.
Project lead and UT professor Dev Niyogi joins Rebecca Thomas to discuss a project between researchers and the city of Austin to identify hot spots.