Austin ISD summer theater series
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Austin ISD is keeping their theater students busy this year during their annual summer theater series program. In this week's Report Card, FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera was able to stop by the performing arts center to see what the students in action.

Judge Becerra on road bond ruling
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Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra shared his thoughts in a social media video about the recent ruling impacting the 2024 county road bond. A judge voided the voters' approval of the bond on grounds that Commissioners Court had violated the Texas Open Meetings Act as alleged in a lawsuit against the county, Becerra and the court.

APD asking for help in murder investigation
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APD Detectives Release Images of a Person of Interest in Connection to a Homicide Investigation. This person of interest is believed to be a dark-skinned male, with short dreadlocks. He appears to be wearing white shoes, light colored blue jeans and a long sleeve black shirt with a large white ?S? or possibly a dollar sign on the front.

Diddy Trial: Prosecutors drop kidnapping, arson, and certain sex trafficking charges

Prosecutors have pulled back on some key testimony during the Diddy trial, specifically kidnapping, attempted arson, and aiding and abetting sex trafficking, according to sources.

NYC mayoral primary: Here’s what’s next for Zohran Mamdani

Zohran Mamdani leads after a major upset over Cuomo in NYC’s Democratic mayoral primary. Final ranked-choice results come July 1. Here’s what’s next.

Students react to cell phone ban
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Students across Texas may have to put their phones away now that Governor Abbott has signed a bill banning them in classrooms.

Iran-Israel ceasefire breaks
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Israel and Iran accused each other of breaking a ceasefire during the early hours of their truce.

Fourth of July safety
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The Fourth of July firework sales started this week, and first responders are providing safety tips on handling fireworks and providing information on where they are legal in Central Texas.

Former Eanes ISD teacher indicted
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A former Eanes ISD teacher has been indicted on 17 charges related to child sexual abuse material, says the Travis County District Attorney's office.

Dangerous heat wave hits the nation
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Triple-digit temperatures are shattering centuries-old records as major cities implement safety protocols to protect people from the dangerous weather

AISD deciding what to do amid budget deficit
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Austin ISD will continue an online outreach program to discuss the proposal to close schools. The focus of the virtual open house is on the results of a recent community survey.

Suspect in deadly school bus crash gets plea deal
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A cement truck driver involved in a deadly crash with a Hays CISD school bus in March 2024 has reached a plea deal. This comes as he still faces several civil lawsuits from people injured in the crash

WA man charged with supplying chemicals in CA bombing dies in jail

A Kent man charged with aiding the bomber of a fertility clinic in California has died after he was found unresponsive in federal custody, officials said on Tuesday.

Frisco track meet stabbing suspect Karmelo Anthony indicted

The teenager accused of fatally stabbing another teen at a Frisco school track meet has been indicted on a murder charge.

The Texas News Show: 6/23/25
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FOX 7 Austin's Katie Pratt highlights the top stories making headlines in Central Texas and across the state.

Melissa and Mark Hortman, their dog to lie in state at Capitol ahead of funeral

Rep. Hortman will be the first woman to lie in state at the Capitol. She will be joined by her husband, Mark Hortman, and their beloved golden retriever, Gilbert.

ICE Dallas removes Mexican citizen wanted for homicide

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement removed a 33-year-old Mexican citizen wanted for homicide by Mexican authorities on June 18.

Gun violence prevention summit in Austin
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The fourth annual Gun Violence Prevention Summit in East Austin heard conversations about gun violence and how to prevent it on Monday,