Donate Life Month: Pflugerville woman donates kidney to her mother

A Pflugerville woman gave her mom an incredible gift. She became a living kidney donor. Like her, if you are healthy, you too have a spare that can save a life.

Pflugerville daughter donates kidney to mother
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FOX 7 Austin has the story of a Pflugerville woman who gave her mom an incredible gift. She became a living kidney donor. Like her, if you are healthy, you too have a spare that can save a life

Measles outbreak spreading throughout U.S.
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More measles cases are being reported throughout the country and the outbreak, which has been concentrated in West Texas, is now moving into the Midwest. FOX's Jonathan Serrie has the latest.

USDA withdraws plan to limit salmonella levels in raw poultry: What to know

The USDA will not require poultry companies to limit salmonella bacteria in their raw products, withdrawing a Biden-era proposal. Here's what to know.

Whooping cough on the rise again: What parents need to know in 2025

CDC data shows US whooping cough cases have doubled in 2025 compared to last year, raising concerns over vaccine hesitancy and declining immunization rates.

Lisa Rinna threatened to kill husband Harry Hamlin amid postpartum depression

Lisa Rinna recently opened up about her struggle with postpartum depression, including how the experience led her to threaten her husband, Harry Hamlin.

Blue-green algae back at Red Bud Isle

Cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, are back in Austin, with "significant amounts" found at Red Bud Isle.

US birthrates: People over 40 giving birth surpass teens for first time

A new CDC report confirms a growing shift: More people are having children later in life, with births among those 40 and older now outpacing teen births for the first time in U.S. history.

Trump reportedly ponders $5K baby bonus as US fertility rate remains near record low

The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.

RFK Jr. to launch national autism registry collecting Americans’ medical records

The Health and Human Services secretary has vowed to do detailed studies on the causes of autism, which he has referred to as a “preventable disease."

Texas couple sues DFPS after baby was taken over at-home jaundice treatment

A couple whose baby was taken away by the state after they chose to have their midwife treat the child for jaundice instead of taking it to the hospital filed a lawsuit against the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.

Planning for Pope Francis' funeral
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The Catholic faithful are continuing to mourn the passing of Pope Francis. Meanwhile, preparations are underway for his funeral and the conclave that will determine his successor

Texas hospitals spent millions caring for non-citizens, according to HHSC

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission said hospitals have seen tens of thousands of visits from non-citizens since they starting asking for immigration status in November.

Texas measles outbreak 2025: Cases surpass 600

State health officials on Tuesday said the number of measles cases in the state linked to a West Texas outbreak has grown to 624 since January.

FDA warns of dangerous chemicals in some gel nail polish removers: What to know

The FDA has issued a warning after discovering methylene chloride, a banned and potentially cancer-causing solvent, in several gel nail polish remover products.

New Army fitness test announced: Here's what soldiers must complete

The U.S. Army announced a new physical fitness test, including gender-neutral standards for soldiers in 21 combat jobs and no longer includes the "yeet." Here's what to know.