Texans' Azeez Al-Shaair fined by NFL: Eye black pays tribute to dead Palestinian girl
Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair has been fined $11,492 by the NFL for wearing eye black inscribed with "Hind Rajab"—a tribute to a 5-year-old Palestinian girl killed in Gaza in 2024. The fine stems from league rules prohibiting unauthorized personal messages on the field. Following the penalty, NBA star Kyrie Irving publicly offered to cover the fine.
Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair has been fined $11,492 by the NFL for wearing eye black inscribed with "Hind Rajab"—a tribute to a 5-year-old Palestinian girl killed in Gaza in 2024. The fine stems from league rules prohibiting unauthorized personal messages on the field. Following the penalty, NBA star Kyrie Irving publicly offered to cover the fine.
Chris Brown tells Texas lawmaker to 'keep that award' after backlash
Chris Brown rejected a Texas recognition after Rep. Venton Jones apologized for honoring him at an Arlington concert.
Chris Brown rejected a Texas recognition after Rep. Venton Jones apologized for honoring him at an Arlington concert.
Hydra Fire tracker: Latest acreage, containment and map
The Hydra Fire in Texas is a wildfire that started in Bosque County on Monday, south of the town of Meridian.
The Hydra Fire in Texas is a wildfire that started in Bosque County on Monday, south of the town of Meridian.
Suspected overdoses on East 6th Street
Five adults were treated after a group of suspected overdoses near a bar in downtown Austin. FOX 7 Austin's Julieanna Jackson has the details.
Five adults were treated after a group of suspected overdoses near a bar in downtown Austin. FOX 7 Austin's Julieanna Jackson has the details.
Democrats gaining advantage ahead of midterms as Trump's ratings sink: poll
A new poll from The New York Times and Siena College shows Democrats opening up a significant advantage over Republicans ahead of the November midterms, fueled largely by voter frustration with President Donald Trump's handling of the economy.
A new poll from The New York Times and Siena College shows Democrats opening up a significant advantage over Republicans ahead of the November midterms, fueled largely by voter frustration with President Donald Trump's handling of the economy.
Kennedy Center demolition worries rise with closing after judge blocks Trump name restoration
The Kennedy Center will close most of its facility for renovations after its Trump‑aligned board voted Tuesday to proceed with the shutdown just hours after a federal judge again blocked the institution from restoring Donald Trump’s name to the building, as lawyers warned the venue could deteriorate into an “unsafe, decrepit structure" that may need to be taken down.
The Kennedy Center will close most of its facility for renovations after its Trump‑aligned board voted Tuesday to proceed with the shutdown just hours after a federal judge again blocked the institution from restoring Donald Trump’s name to the building, as lawyers warned the venue could deteriorate into an “unsafe, decrepit structure" that may need to be taken down.
Chatsworth helicopter crash: 3 killed, including NBCLA pilot and aerial reporter
A news helicopter providing coverage for NBCLA crashed in Chatsworth, killing three people.
A news helicopter providing coverage for NBCLA crashed in Chatsworth, killing three people.
Hays County votes against technology for law enforcement
Hays County was looking at a 10-year contract with a law enforcement technology company, but that changed on Tuesday.
Hays County was looking at a 10-year contract with a law enforcement technology company, but that changed on Tuesday.
APD officers participate in 'Miles for Mental Health'
Starting in October, dozens of Austin police officers will begin an initiative to prioritize physical health and mental wellness.
Starting in October, dozens of Austin police officers will begin an initiative to prioritize physical health and mental wellness.
AISD faces potential state takeover
After two Austin ISD schools received consecutive failing grades, the district now faces a potential state takeover. But there’s a chance it could be avoided if parents petition to close the schools down.
After two Austin ISD schools received consecutive failing grades, the district now faces a potential state takeover. But there’s a chance it could be avoided if parents petition to close the schools down.
7 charged with voter fraud during 2024 elections in North Texas
Seven people in North Texas have been taken into federal custody and accused of voting illegally during recent general elections in Tarrant County and Dallas County.
Seven people in North Texas have been taken into federal custody and accused of voting illegally during recent general elections in Tarrant County and Dallas County.
GOP and Democrats talk about affordability with voters
A new poll shows the number one factor in the upcoming election for voters is the economy. That issue helped Republicans win two years ago, but Democrats are now using concerns about "affordability" to their advantage.
A new poll shows the number one factor in the upcoming election for voters is the economy. That issue helped Republicans win two years ago, but Democrats are now using concerns about "affordability" to their advantage.
Former Gateway pastor Robert Morris’ sex offender photo features black eye
Robert Morris has a black eye in a photo that was posted on Tuesday on the state’s sex offender registry website. An attorney for the former Southlake megachurch pastor said he fell and hit a door.
Robert Morris has a black eye in a photo that was posted on Tuesday on the state’s sex offender registry website. An attorney for the former Southlake megachurch pastor said he fell and hit a door.
Supreme Court rules against mail-in ballots
The Supreme Court has ruled 7-2 against the Trump administration's plan to significantly restrict mail-in voting. But it may not be the last time courts will look at the issue.
The Supreme Court has ruled 7-2 against the Trump administration's plan to significantly restrict mail-in voting. But it may not be the last time courts will look at the issue.
Texas Senate hearing on sports betting
A certain kind of online wagering is drawing scrutiny from Texas lawmakers. They are now considering whether the state should take action against prediction markets.
A certain kind of online wagering is drawing scrutiny from Texas lawmakers. They are now considering whether the state should take action against prediction markets.
Travis County approves tax increase for Central Health
If you live in Travis County, you are part of the Central Health Hospital District, which makes up part of your property tax bill.
If you live in Travis County, you are part of the Central Health Hospital District, which makes up part of your property tax bill.
Jasmine Crockett faces backlash after honoring Chris Brown at Arlington concert
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) is facing criticism after honoring singer Chris Brown with an official recognition during a show in Arlington on Saturday.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) is facing criticism after honoring singer Chris Brown with an official recognition during a show in Arlington on Saturday.
Kennedy Center board votes to close venue after judge blocks plan to honor Trump: report
The Kennedy Center’s Board of Trustees voted to close the iconic performing arts venue amid financial issues and an ongoing dispute over adding President Donald Trump’s name to the building, according to Associated Press reporting citing sources familiar with the vote.
The Kennedy Center’s Board of Trustees voted to close the iconic performing arts venue amid financial issues and an ongoing dispute over adding President Donald Trump’s name to the building, according to Associated Press reporting citing sources familiar with the vote.
2nd child dies following I-35 service road crash
A second child critically injured in a crash last week has died, just days short of her birthday. Her sister died from her injuries last week.
A second child critically injured in a crash last week has died, just days short of her birthday. Her sister died from her injuries last week.
Cedar Park toddler in hospital after vacation
A Cedar Park toddler suddenly stopped breathing during a family vacation, and her lungs collapsed, leading to weeks in the hospital. Now back home, her family is facing another fight to get her the care she needs while medical bills continue to pile up. FOX 7 Austin's Julieanna Jackson reports.
A Cedar Park toddler suddenly stopped breathing during a family vacation, and her lungs collapsed, leading to weeks in the hospital. Now back home, her family is facing another fight to get her the care she needs while medical bills continue to pile up. FOX 7 Austin's Julieanna Jackson reports.