Austin working to shorten emergency response times
The City of Austin is getting closer to rolling out a new system designed to help emergency vehicles move through traffic faster.
The City of Austin is getting closer to rolling out a new system designed to help emergency vehicles move through traffic faster.
Drivers urged to stay safe ahead of Thanksgiving travel
The Williamson County Sheriff's Office is sending a reminder not to drink and drive ahead of the busy holiday travel this week.
The Williamson County Sheriff's Office is sending a reminder not to drink and drive ahead of the busy holiday travel this week.
Austin family's pet turkey vanishes days before holiday
With Thanksgiving just days away, one Austin family is dealing with a holiday headache they never expected.
With Thanksgiving just days away, one Austin family is dealing with a holiday headache they never expected.
VIDEO: Bryan mayor issues wager to Austin mayor
The mayor of Bryan has issued a friendly wager to Austin Mayor Kirk Watson ahead of the college football game against the University of Texas at Austin and Texas A&M University. (Credit: The City of Bryan)
The mayor of Bryan has issued a friendly wager to Austin Mayor Kirk Watson ahead of the college football game against the University of Texas at Austin and Texas A&M University. (Credit: The City of Bryan)
Thanksgiving travel will be record-breaking
If you're heading out to visit family and friends this Thanksgiving, you'll have a lot of company on the roads and in the skies. It's another record-breaking travel week is on deck as federal officials try to reassure Americans the shutdown-related delays are behind us.
If you're heading out to visit family and friends this Thanksgiving, you'll have a lot of company on the roads and in the skies. It's another record-breaking travel week is on deck as federal officials try to reassure Americans the shutdown-related delays are behind us.
Family of victim not happy with murderer's deal
The mother of a teen who was shot 30 times is disappointed in the plea deal her son’s killer was offered. Ervin Coronado-Palacio is set to spend 20 years in prison.
The mother of a teen who was shot 30 times is disappointed in the plea deal her son’s killer was offered. Ervin Coronado-Palacio is set to spend 20 years in prison.
Is DOGE dead?
The Trump administration is denying reports that the Department of Government Efficiency is dead with eight months left on its mandate.
The Trump administration is denying reports that the Department of Government Efficiency is dead with eight months left on its mandate.
Central Texas Food Bank hands out Thanksgiving food
On Monday, two prominent political leaders from different parties handed out supplies for 1,000 Thanksgiving meals.
On Monday, two prominent political leaders from different parties handed out supplies for 1,000 Thanksgiving meals.
Group calls for audit of Austin's city budget
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson is responding to a group calling for an audit of city spending. ‘Save Austin Now’ opposed Prop Q and has since started a petition.
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson is responding to a group calling for an audit of city spending. ‘Save Austin Now’ opposed Prop Q and has since started a petition.
Family wins $13M verdict after Houston police vehicle crash kills 75-year-old man
A Harris County jury held the City of Houston responsible for the death of Charles Payne in a 2021 crash involving a police car, awarding his family $13 million.
A Harris County jury held the City of Houston responsible for the death of Charles Payne in a 2021 crash involving a police car, awarding his family $13 million.
Tornado near Houston damages over 100 homes, officials say
An apparent tornado caused damage in the northwest suburbs of Houston on Monday.
An apparent tornado caused damage in the northwest suburbs of Houston on Monday.
First lady receives 2025 White House Christmas tree
First lady Melania Trump received the official 2025 White House Christmas tree on Monday, marking the start of the holiday season.
First lady Melania Trump received the official 2025 White House Christmas tree on Monday, marking the start of the holiday season.
Stolen phones recovered by Austin police
The Austin Police Department says it has recovered more than 100 stolen phones from Halloween weekend.
The Austin Police Department says it has recovered more than 100 stolen phones from Halloween weekend.
Thanksgiving food distribution for those in need
The Central Texas Food Bank is holding a distribution event at Delco Center until 10:30 a.m. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera has the details.
The Central Texas Food Bank is holding a distribution event at Delco Center until 10:30 a.m. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera has the details.
Huston-Tillotson Fraternity gives Thanksgiving meals
Hundreds of Austin families received a holiday helping hand on Sunday at Huston-Tillotson University. The Gamma Eta Lambda Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity hosted its Thanksgiving family meal drive.
Hundreds of Austin families received a holiday helping hand on Sunday at Huston-Tillotson University. The Gamma Eta Lambda Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity hosted its Thanksgiving family meal drive.
Concerns grows over political violence on social media
President Donald Trump is facing intense criticism after a comment that has escalated concerns over political rhetoric and the link between social media and increasing political violence.
President Donald Trump is facing intense criticism after a comment that has escalated concerns over political rhetoric and the link between social media and increasing political violence.
Texas high school band marches in Macy's 99th Thanksgiving Day Parade
The L.D. Bell Blue Raider Band from Hurst, Texas, a highly decorated high school marching ensemble, has been selected to perform in the 99th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.
The L.D. Bell Blue Raider Band from Hurst, Texas, a highly decorated high school marching ensemble, has been selected to perform in the 99th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.
Slender Man stabbing: Morgan Geyser found in Illinois
Authorities in Madison confirmed Morgan Geyser was taken into custody in Illinois on Sunday night, Nov. 23.
Authorities in Madison confirmed Morgan Geyser was taken into custody in Illinois on Sunday night, Nov. 23.
I-35 Stitch Open House
On Saturday, Austin city staff held an open house for its I-35 cap and stitch project to gather community feedback on what people want to see for the northern stitches.
On Saturday, Austin city staff held an open house for its I-35 cap and stitch project to gather community feedback on what people want to see for the northern stitches.
Austin finalizing northern stitches for I-35 project
The City of Austin's cap and stitch project is intended to address challenges that have come with the area's growth, including traffic congestion, public safety and quality of life.
The City of Austin's cap and stitch project is intended to address challenges that have come with the area's growth, including traffic congestion, public safety and quality of life.