Target boycott over DEI continues, local advocates say company 'went around' true leaders

Activists proclaimed in front of Target's Minneapolis headquarters that the boycott over reversed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) measures will continue despite Target's claims that the company is "moving forward."

Severe storms hit the Midwest
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Dangerous tornadoes and grapefruit-size hail were reported as severe weather outbreak charged through the Midwest.

War with Iran continues
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The U.S. war with Iran is now morphing into an economic conflict as Iran tries to drive up the price of oil. President Trump announced he would tap the strategic petroleum reserve to try and bring down gas prices.

Austin apartment fire leaves 3 dead, 3 others injured
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The Austin Fire Department is investigating after three children were found dead after an apartment fire in South Austin.

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 39 latest updates

Wednesday marks Day 39 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, who went missing from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1. Authorities believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will.

US to release millions of barrels of oil to ease prices amid Iran conflict

On Wednesday, Iran fired missiles and drones across the Gulf, including oil infrastructure in Saudi Arabia and a ship off the coast of the Emirates.

Spring festival season news conference
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Local officials, including Austin Mayor Kirk Watson and Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis, talk about safety plans and more as the city gears up for SXSW and spring festival season.

Tornadoes rip through Chicago-area, NW Indiana, killing 2 and leaving widespread damage

At least four tornadoes from a powerful supercell tore across parts of Illinois and Indiana Tuesday, killing two people in Lake Village, injuring others, damaging homes and infrastructure, and producing destructive hail across the region.

Target slashes prices on thousands of items heading into spring

Target is cutting prices to more than 3,000 on-trend items across apparel, home, baby essentials and select food and beverage products heading into spring.

Video: Attack at San Jose’s Santana Row investigated as possible hate crime

San Jose police are investigating an attack at Santana Row over the weekend as a possible hate crime after victims reported that suspects hurled antisemitic remarks during the assault.

3 children found dead after apartment fire
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The Austin Fire Department is investigating after a fire at an apartment fire in South Austin. FOX 7 Austin's Libbi Farrow has the details.

RRISD to change bus routes next school year
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Round Rock ISD parents are now looking for answers after several of them were told they will no longer receive bus services. The changes are set to begin next year, but families have already begun to ask the district to reverse the decision. FOX 7 Austin's Marco Bitonel has more.

UT researchers develop robotic hand
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A robotic hand developed at UT Austin can pick up the most fragile items like potato chips or eggs without crushing them. FOX 7 Austin's Jenna King spoke with the team behind the project about how it works.

Pflugerville ISD looking at possible school closures
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Pflugerville ISD is looking at closing six campuses, citing budget deficits and declining enrollment.

Williamson County expands alcohol sales buffer zone
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Williamson County commissioners have voted to expand the alcohol sales buffer zone around churches, schools and hospitals.

UT Austin robotic hand demonstration
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UT Austin researchers have developed a robotic hand gentle enough to grasp fragile items like eggs and even a potato chip.

ABIA prepares for SXSW, spring festival season
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A surge of folks are flocking to town for SXSW, which kicks off Thursday. Austin-Bergstrom is already seeing an influx of travelers amid a partial government shutdown. FOX 7 Austin's Katie Pratt spoke with travelers at ABIA.