Mosquito & tick bites on the rise
As summer temperatures invite more people outside, researchers warn of the growing number of diseases that can be contracted from various insects. FOX's Ted Lindner has more on what's causing the rise in tick and mosquito bites, and how you can stay protected.
As summer temperatures invite more people outside, researchers warn of the growing number of diseases that can be contracted from various insects. FOX's Ted Lindner has more on what's causing the rise in tick and mosquito bites, and how you can stay protected.
Showing compassion during a disaster | Monday Manners
In the wake of tragedy, communities across the Texas Hill Country are coming together, donating money, supplies, and support. But when someone suffers a loss, many of us are left asking: what's the right thing to say or do? Etiquette expert Diane Gottsman shares heartfelt advice on how to show compassion during times of loss and disaster.
In the wake of tragedy, communities across the Texas Hill Country are coming together, donating money, supplies, and support. But when someone suffers a loss, many of us are left asking: what's the right thing to say or do? Etiquette expert Diane Gottsman shares heartfelt advice on how to show compassion during times of loss and disaster.
Emergency preparedness tech tips | High-Tech Texan
When disaster strikes, your smartphone might just be your best friend. From Google Wallet to Apple Pay, digital tools are becoming part of emergency preparedness. Tech expert Michael Garfield, the High-Tech Texan, joins us this morning to share how your device can help and what else you'll want in your emergency kit.
When disaster strikes, your smartphone might just be your best friend. From Google Wallet to Apple Pay, digital tools are becoming part of emergency preparedness. Tech expert Michael Garfield, the High-Tech Texan, joins us this morning to share how your device can help and what else you'll want in your emergency kit.
Good Day Cooks: Tomalo Grill
Tomalo Grill stops by Good Day Austin.
Tomalo Grill stops by Good Day Austin.
Long Center to hold benefit concert for flood victims
This Sunday, July 13, more than 15 artists are coming together to raise their voices?and funds?for Kerr County flood relief. The benefit concert is happening at the Long Center. Bobby Garza with the center and one of the bands set to perform stop by Good Day Austin to talk about the event.
This Sunday, July 13, more than 15 artists are coming together to raise their voices?and funds?for Kerr County flood relief. The benefit concert is happening at the Long Center. Bobby Garza with the center and one of the bands set to perform stop by Good Day Austin to talk about the event.
Creative Acts of Color
A Bastrop ISD fourth grader is helping the world celebrate color and creativity and her artwork even sparked a global experiment led by Crayola. Caydence, along with her proud parents, Amanda and David Shuman, and Crayola's chief marketing officer Victoria Lozano, join Good Day Austin's Amanda Salinas to talk about it.
A Bastrop ISD fourth grader is helping the world celebrate color and creativity and her artwork even sparked a global experiment led by Crayola. Caydence, along with her proud parents, Amanda and David Shuman, and Crayola's chief marketing officer Victoria Lozano, join Good Day Austin's Amanda Salinas to talk about it.
Community Foundation announces grants
Good Day Austin's Tierra Neubaum has the latest from a press conference in Kerr County where the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has announced its first round of grants from the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund.
Good Day Austin's Tierra Neubaum has the latest from a press conference in Kerr County where the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has announced its first round of grants from the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund.
Restaurants help with Hill Country flood relief
Whether it's brunch, lunch, or dinner, this Sunday, 100% of sales from all Guy & Larry restaurants will go toward flood relief efforts. Larry Foles of Guy & Larry restaurants and Harold Marmulstein, chef and owner of Salty Sow, join Good Day Austin to share how people can participate and what they can expect.
Whether it's brunch, lunch, or dinner, this Sunday, 100% of sales from all Guy & Larry restaurants will go toward flood relief efforts. Larry Foles of Guy & Larry restaurants and Harold Marmulstein, chef and owner of Salty Sow, join Good Day Austin to share how people can participate and what they can expect.
Pet of the Week: June
Meet June, available for adoption at Gold Ribbon Rescue, located off W. 34th and N. Lamar.
Meet June, available for adoption at Gold Ribbon Rescue, located off W. 34th and N. Lamar.
High school sports talk with Snupe Daniel
Snupe Daniel with VAR Austin stops by Good Day to talk high school sports, including updates about players, coaches and schools impacted by the recent deadly flooding in Central Texas and how some programs are stepping up to help with the relief effort.
Snupe Daniel with VAR Austin stops by Good Day to talk high school sports, including updates about players, coaches and schools impacted by the recent deadly flooding in Central Texas and how some programs are stepping up to help with the relief effort.
Flood insurance | Finance with Dan Roccato
Flooding from a major storm can be devastating and the damage can come with a big price tag. What many homeowners don't realize is that standard insurance policies typically cover fire and wind, but not floods or earthquakes. Those require separate coverage. Dan Roccato, finance professor at the University of San Diego, has some advice.
Flooding from a major storm can be devastating and the damage can come with a big price tag. What many homeowners don't realize is that standard insurance policies typically cover fire and wind, but not floods or earthquakes. Those require separate coverage. Dan Roccato, finance professor at the University of San Diego, has some advice.
Texas flooding: Search and rescue efforts continue
The death toll from the July 4th weekend flooding in Central Texas has climbed to at least 120 and across the state, more than 170 people are considered missing. Good Day Austin's Tierra Neubaum has the latest from Kerr County.
The death toll from the July 4th weekend flooding in Central Texas has climbed to at least 120 and across the state, more than 170 people are considered missing. Good Day Austin's Tierra Neubaum has the latest from Kerr County.
Surviving the Hill Country floods
Stories of survival and resilience are still unfolding in the wake of the devastating Hill Country flood. One of the survivors, David Fry, joins Good Day Austin's Katie Orth to share his experience.
Stories of survival and resilience are still unfolding in the wake of the devastating Hill Country flood. One of the survivors, David Fry, joins Good Day Austin's Katie Orth to share his experience.
"Get Into Energy" looks to fill millions of jobs
In 2023, jobs in the energy sector topped 8.4 million, making up more than five percent of all jobs in the U.S. Looking ahead, the demand is only growing, with an estimated 32 million positions that'll need to be filled over the next decade. Gabriela Cologne and Ignacio Estella join Good Day Austin's Katie Orth to talk more about the opportunities and challenges ahead.
In 2023, jobs in the energy sector topped 8.4 million, making up more than five percent of all jobs in the U.S. Looking ahead, the demand is only growing, with an estimated 32 million positions that'll need to be filled over the next decade. Gabriela Cologne and Ignacio Estella join Good Day Austin's Katie Orth to talk more about the opportunities and challenges ahead.
Wild Wren performs in Good Day Austin studios
Austin-based alternative indie rock band Wild Wren performs in the Good Day Austin studios.
Austin-based alternative indie rock band Wild Wren performs in the Good Day Austin studios.
BBB supporting Texas flood victims
Recovery efforts are now ongoing across Central Texas, as families try to pick up the pieces after last week's devastating floods. Jason Meza with the Better Business Bureau to share how the nonprofit is helping and how they're making it easier to find trusted information during the cleanup.
Recovery efforts are now ongoing across Central Texas, as families try to pick up the pieces after last week's devastating floods. Jason Meza with the Better Business Bureau to share how the nonprofit is helping and how they're making it easier to find trusted information during the cleanup.
How to talk to your kids about deadly Texas floods
The flooding across Central Texas has left a lasting impact ? one that adults are still trying to process. However, while the coverage continues and recovery moves forward, many families are left wondering ? how do you talk to children about what's happened?Chris Norris, a therapist with Austin Child Guidance Center, joins Good Day Austin's Katie Orth to give some advice.
The flooding across Central Texas has left a lasting impact ? one that adults are still trying to process. However, while the coverage continues and recovery moves forward, many families are left wondering ? how do you talk to children about what's happened?Chris Norris, a therapist with Austin Child Guidance Center, joins Good Day Austin's Katie Orth to give some advice.
Pet of the Weekend: Winston
Meet Winston. He's currently at Austin Animal Center, but he's looking for a forever home.
Meet Winston. He's currently at Austin Animal Center, but he's looking for a forever home.
Fourth of July Field Day at Zilker Brewing Co.
Teams of two can compete in games of agility, endurance and of course fun. FOX 7 Austin's Tierra Neubaum gets details on the July 4th event.
Teams of two can compete in games of agility, endurance and of course fun. FOX 7 Austin's Tierra Neubaum gets details on the July 4th event.
Water color painting class at The Wayback
Katie Orth gets details on an activity that will help improve your mental health and help you wind down.
Katie Orth gets details on an activity that will help improve your mental health and help you wind down.