Government shutdown is looming
The U.S. is bracing for a possible government shutdown as Tuesday's deadline looms. The gridlock could affect millions of Americans unless a last-minute deal is reached
The U.S. is bracing for a possible government shutdown as Tuesday's deadline looms. The gridlock could affect millions of Americans unless a last-minute deal is reached
Strong opinions on Prop Q in Austin
Austin voters will have a property tax increase on the ballot this November. The city said an increased tax will help fund vital services. While some groups are campaigning for Prop Q, others are calling it wasteful spending.
Austin voters will have a property tax increase on the ballot this November. The city said an increased tax will help fund vital services. While some groups are campaigning for Prop Q, others are calling it wasteful spending.
Firefly Aerospace test stand explodes
A damage assessment is underway at the Firefly Aerospace rocket facility in Briggs after an explosion at a test stand.
A damage assessment is underway at the Firefly Aerospace rocket facility in Briggs after an explosion at a test stand.
VIDEO: Security footage of rocket explosion
The fireball that erupted?Monday afternoon?from a Firefly Aerospace test stand in Briggs was captured by a security camera.
The fireball that erupted?Monday afternoon?from a Firefly Aerospace test stand in Briggs was captured by a security camera.
Dallas ICE facility attack: Second victim dies days after shooting
Following a targeted shooting at a Dallas ICE facility, 32-year-old Miguel Ángel García-Hernández, died days later, leaving behind a pregnant wife and four young children.
Following a targeted shooting at a Dallas ICE facility, 32-year-old Miguel Ángel García-Hernández, died days later, leaving behind a pregnant wife and four young children.
VIDEO: Explosion at rocket testing stand
There was an explosion on a test stand in Briggs where the first stage of a rocket was being checked out.
There was an explosion on a test stand in Briggs where the first stage of a rocket was being checked out.
Sarah Hartsfield murder trial: Opening statements, testimony Tuesday
Opening statements are expected Tuesday in the trial of Sarah Jean Hartsfield, who is charged with the murder of her husband in Chambers County.
Opening statements are expected Tuesday in the trial of Sarah Jean Hartsfield, who is charged with the murder of her husband in Chambers County.
Americans now paying even more for coffee as prices near record highs
Americans are paying more for their coffee as prices for the caffeinated commodity are near record levels due to global production headwinds and higher costs from imported coffee exposed to tariffs.
Americans are paying more for their coffee as prices for the caffeinated commodity are near record levels due to global production headwinds and higher costs from imported coffee exposed to tariffs.
GISD Goes GOLD supports those impacted by cancer
FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera has more from a pep rally at Georgetown High School that aims to support families and educate on childhood cancer.
FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera has more from a pep rally at Georgetown High School that aims to support families and educate on childhood cancer.
Will USPS be affected by a government shutdown?
The U.S. Postal Service would not be affected by a government shutdown.
The U.S. Postal Service would not be affected by a government shutdown.
Austin yogurt shop murders: DA apologizes to prior suspects
Four men spent years accused of those murders, but were eventually exonerated. The Travis County District Attorney apologized for their prosecution.
Four men spent years accused of those murders, but were eventually exonerated. The Travis County District Attorney apologized for their prosecution.
Austin yogurt shop murders: APD identifies suspect
Now that a suspect has been named in the decades-old case of the yogurt shop murders, people across Austin are remembering the teen girls who lost their lives. City leaders, law enforcement, and the families of the victims gathered for a press conference on Monday.
Now that a suspect has been named in the decades-old case of the yogurt shop murders, people across Austin are remembering the teen girls who lost their lives. City leaders, law enforcement, and the families of the victims gathered for a press conference on Monday.
Police: Tyrese Gibson's dogs attack, kill neighbor’s dog
An arrest warrant has been issued for actor Tyrese Gibson after police say his Cane Corso dogs killed a neighbor’s pet in Buckhead, with officials citing prior warnings and a history of the dogs running loose.
An arrest warrant has been issued for actor Tyrese Gibson after police say his Cane Corso dogs killed a neighbor’s pet in Buckhead, with officials citing prior warnings and a history of the dogs running loose.
Preparations for 2025 ACL Music Festival
Austin's biggest music event is back, and the city is gearing up to welcome 75,000 people a day. Whether you're going or not, there are things you'll want to know ahead of the packed two weekends ahead.
Austin's biggest music event is back, and the city is gearing up to welcome 75,000 people a day. Whether you're going or not, there are things you'll want to know ahead of the packed two weekends ahead.
Austin yogurt shop murders: Victims' families react
Since that day in 1991 this has been an ongoing story in Austin and beyond, but for the families its been a start reality. They shared their emotions as they try to process finding out who killed their loved ones
Since that day in 1991 this has been an ongoing story in Austin and beyond, but for the families its been a start reality. They shared their emotions as they try to process finding out who killed their loved ones
Austin yogurt shop murders: Memorial at small plaque
Thirty-four years later, not much has changed now that a suspect has been named in the 1991 cold case. There is a small plaque in the parking lot with the girls' names engraved on it, surrounded by flowers
Thirty-four years later, not much has changed now that a suspect has been named in the 1991 cold case. There is a small plaque in the parking lot with the girls' names engraved on it, surrounded by flowers
Charlie Kirk murder: Shooter's court hearing
Prosecutors in the case against the suspect in the Charlie Kirk assassination said they have a large amount of evidence. In a hearing, the suspect's legal team asked a Utah judge for additional time to review
Prosecutors in the case against the suspect in the Charlie Kirk assassination said they have a large amount of evidence. In a hearing, the suspect's legal team asked a Utah judge for additional time to review
Austin yogurt shop murders: Early timeline
The murders of Amy Ayers, sisters Jennifer and Sarah Harbison and Eliza Thomas happened back in December 1991. The case has had many twists and turns in the last 34 years. Former FOX 7 Austin reporter Mike Rosen had that story back in October 1999.
The murders of Amy Ayers, sisters Jennifer and Sarah Harbison and Eliza Thomas happened back in December 1991. The case has had many twists and turns in the last 34 years. Former FOX 7 Austin reporter Mike Rosen had that story back in October 1999.
Austin yogurt shop murders: Victims' families react
The victims' families also spoke out. Austin police received thousands of tips and dozens of confessions but most led nowhere. Now, the families finally have what they believe is an answer.
The victims' families also spoke out. Austin police received thousands of tips and dozens of confessions but most led nowhere. Now, the families finally have what they believe is an answer.
Austin yogurt shop murders: Suspect identified
New advancements in DNA technology and connecting a lot of dots led to the breakthrough in the 1991 yogurt shop murders. Officials provided a timeline on how they were able to identify the man they believe killed four girls 34 years ago.
New advancements in DNA technology and connecting a lot of dots led to the breakthrough in the 1991 yogurt shop murders. Officials provided a timeline on how they were able to identify the man they believe killed four girls 34 years ago.



















