2025 top stories that shaped the news
"America's Newsroom" co-host Bill Hemmer has a look back at the last 12 months.
"America's Newsroom" co-host Bill Hemmer has a look back at the last 12 months.
Federal government freezes Minnesota child care funding amid fraud investigation
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced it has frozen all child care payments to Minnesota amid the ongoing investigation and allegations of fraud. The equates to about $185 million per year.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced it has frozen all child care payments to Minnesota amid the ongoing investigation and allegations of fraud. The equates to about $185 million per year.
Disney Cast Member hurt after boulder prop rolls off track towards audience at Indiana Jones stunt show
The cast member stepped in front of the boulder to prevent it from rolling into the audience.
The cast member stepped in front of the boulder to prevent it from rolling into the audience.
New laws taking effect in 2026: What you need to know
A wide range of new state laws will take effect in 2026, bringing changes that impact workers, students, renters and consumers across the country.
A wide range of new state laws will take effect in 2026, bringing changes that impact workers, students, renters and consumers across the country.
Christopher Taylor's conviction overturned
Attorney Doug O'Connell talks about former APD officer Christopher Taylor's conviction being overturned.
Attorney Doug O'Connell talks about former APD officer Christopher Taylor's conviction being overturned.
Woman calls police on herself after shooting husband during argument in Berks County: DA
A Berks County woman is facing murder charges after investigators say she shot and killed her husband during an argument at a home in Berks County on Tuesday.
A Berks County woman is facing murder charges after investigators say she shot and killed her husband during an argument at a home in Berks County on Tuesday.
Drug seizure, arrests in Kyle over weekend
The Kyle Police Department says several people were arrested, and drugs seized, after unrelated traffic stops over the Christmas holiday weekend.
The Kyle Police Department says several people were arrested, and drugs seized, after unrelated traffic stops over the Christmas holiday weekend.
Christopher Taylor acquitted
An appeals court has overturned the deadly conduct conviction of former Austin police officer Christopher Taylor. He was convicted in 2024 in the fatal shooting of Dr. Mauris DeSilva in 2019.
An appeals court has overturned the deadly conduct conviction of former Austin police officer Christopher Taylor. He was convicted in 2024 in the fatal shooting of Dr. Mauris DeSilva in 2019.
Experts speak on reports of sinking homes
Experts are weighing in after reports of homes sinking in Central Texas, including in Kyle and Buda. 7 On Your Side reporter Angela Shen has the details.
Experts are weighing in after reports of homes sinking in Central Texas, including in Kyle and Buda. 7 On Your Side reporter Angela Shen has the details.
Body found during search for missing teen
A body has been found during the search for a missing 19-year-old in Bexar County. Authorities say a firearm was also recovered.
A body has been found during the search for a missing 19-year-old in Bexar County. Authorities say a firearm was also recovered.
CAIR: Muslim families harassed at Austin park
The Austin chapter of CAIR is applauding a decision made by the city and police to review its policies, following what it calls ‘an incident of religious harassment' at an area park.
The Austin chapter of CAIR is applauding a decision made by the city and police to review its policies, following what it calls ‘an incident of religious harassment' at an area park.
Rex the Wallaby found safe after escaping animal farm in New Jersey
Rex, an approximately 3-year-old wallaby, escaped from a Gloucester County animal farm overnight Monday and was later found safe Tuesday night.
Rex, an approximately 3-year-old wallaby, escaped from a Gloucester County animal farm overnight Monday and was later found safe Tuesday night.
Body found during search for missing teen
A body has been found during the search for a missing San Antonio teen.
A body has been found during the search for a missing San Antonio teen.
George Clooney is now a French citizen: Here's what to know about dual citizenship
It can be said that a famous American actor is now also French, as it was announced that George Clooney, his wife, and his two children have obtained French citizenship. Here's what to know about having more than one citizenship at the same time.
It can be said that a famous American actor is now also French, as it was announced that George Clooney, his wife, and his two children have obtained French citizenship. Here's what to know about having more than one citizenship at the same time.
YouTuber Nick Shirley returns to Minneapolis day care after viral fraud video
YouTuber Nick Shirley returned Tuesday to one of the day care centers he profiled in a now viral video that accused the centers of millions of dollars in fraud.
YouTuber Nick Shirley returned Tuesday to one of the day care centers he profiled in a now viral video that accused the centers of millions of dollars in fraud.
Quadrantid meteor shower peaks Friday night but bright supermoon may hinder visibility
The New Year brings a double feature celestial performance as the year’s first supermoon and Quadrantid meteor shower go head-to-head in the night skies Friday.
The New Year brings a double feature celestial performance as the year’s first supermoon and Quadrantid meteor shower go head-to-head in the night skies Friday.
Meet Aloka, the peace dog winning hearts nationwide during Walk for Peace
If you’ve spotted a calm, confident dog padding along beside a group of Buddhist monks — sometimes dressed better than the humans — you’ve likely met Aloka, better known as the Peace Dog.
If you’ve spotted a calm, confident dog padding along beside a group of Buddhist monks — sometimes dressed better than the humans — you’ve likely met Aloka, better known as the Peace Dog.
Officials warn of DWI dangers around holidays
With New Year's right around the corner, millions across Central Texas are getting ready to ring in 2026. Beyond the celebrations, this time of year is also known for a spike in DWI-related crashes. FOX 7 Austin's Marco Bitonel reports.
With New Year's right around the corner, millions across Central Texas are getting ready to ring in 2026. Beyond the celebrations, this time of year is also known for a spike in DWI-related crashes. FOX 7 Austin's Marco Bitonel reports.
Search continues for missing San Antonio teen
The Bexar County Sheriff's Office is still looking for a missing teen that vanished on Christmas Eve. They believe she might be in danger.
The Bexar County Sheriff's Office is still looking for a missing teen that vanished on Christmas Eve. They believe she might be in danger.
Police: Boy sent 'joke' threat to youth soccer league group chat
A youth soccer league canceled practice and police increased security at a sports complex after a 12-year-old boy sent a threatening text message to a parents' group chat.
A youth soccer league canceled practice and police increased security at a sports complex after a 12-year-old boy sent a threatening text message to a parents' group chat.