Family of DCA plane crash victim files $250M claim against US Army, FAA

The family of a victim in last month's fatal midair crash over the Potomac River has filed a $250 million claim against the U.S. Army and the Federal Aviation Administration, alleging negligence and failures that contributed to the tragedy.

Watch out for cryptocurrency scams
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With cryptocurrency markets soaring these days, more and more people are trying to make money by investing in Bitcoin and other digital coins. But, scammers are profiting off the crypto craze as well by tracking fake investments

DOGE is facing legal challenges
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DOGE is keeping up its cost-cutting crusade in Washington, claiming tens of billions of dollars in savings so far. The Government Efficiency Project is also up against a mountain of legal challenges, including a debate over Elon Musk's role

More details on Toronto plane crash
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We are learning more about the chaotic moments after a Delta plane went belly up on a runway in Toronto. Investigators are still on scene as they try to determine a cause for the crash

Man accused of murder out on bond
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An Austin man had his bond drastically reduced from $800,000 to just $100 with conditions on a first-degree murder charge. The Travis County DA is asking for a judge to increase it.

Preparing for winter weather in Austin
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Time is running out if your home or apartment is not bundled up and ready for the cold.

Leander High School mental health awareness club
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Leander High School sophomores Aarna Singh Gowrinath and her partner Vaishu Nudurmati started a club called CO DA (co-occurring disorders awareness) at their high school to spread awareness and advocate for students who may be dealing with mental disorders. FOX 7 Ausitn's Jessica Rivera has the story.

How to turn off the water to your house

First, try to call the city and see if they can dispatch someone to turn off the water to your house if you have a busted pipe. But, it is always good to have the tools on hand if there is an emergency. Here is what to do.

Oakland County Sheriff gives update on wellbeing of kids abandoned by Pontiac mom

The Oakland County Prosecutor is evaluating the case against a mom accused of abandoning her three kids for years at a Pontiac home where they lived in filth and squalor.

Hundreds of FAA workers fired
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The Trump administration has fired hundreds of Federal Aviation Administration employees. This comes less than a month after a deadly plane crash in Washington D.C.

Plane crashes in Toronto
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An investigation is in its early stages into what caused a Delta flight to crash land on a Canada runway. The plane somehow ended up upside down after an attempt to land

French Bulldogs stolen from Buda home
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A man says three of his French bulldogs were stolen after thieves broke into his house in Buda. He said it's not the first time his beloved pets have been targeted.

Thousands protest at Texas Capitol
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Thousands of demonstrators were gathered for the President?s Day march and rally at the Texas State Capitol in Downtown Austin on Monday afternoon.?

Southwest Airlines to cut 15% of its workforce in its first-ever mass layoffs

The Dallas-based airline says its “workforce reductions" of 1,750 jobs will focus mainly on corporate overhead and leadership positions, including senior leadership and directors.

Cancer death rates have dropped in the U.S.: report
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The American Cancer Society is out with its 2025 Cancer Facts and Statistics report. FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas spoke with an Austin doctor to discuss the findings.

Elon Musk faces criticism over DOGE
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Elon Musk has become a polarizing figure in President Trump's second administration. He is facing a mountain of criticism over his aggressive plans to shrink the federal government with DOGE