Latest on California wildfires
Firefighters are making progress in Southern California, but weather conditions next week have people on edge. FOX's Caroline Elliott is in Los Angeles County with the latest on recovery efforts.
Firefighters are making progress in Southern California, but weather conditions next week have people on edge. FOX's Caroline Elliott is in Los Angeles County with the latest on recovery efforts.
Lawmakers consider Texas firefighting Air Force
Texas state lawmakers are considering a plan to create a Lone Star Air Force to battle wildfire outbreaks. The operators of an aerial firefighting company were at the Capitol Thursday to help get the idea off the ground. FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski has more.
Texas state lawmakers are considering a plan to create a Lone Star Air Force to battle wildfire outbreaks. The operators of an aerial firefighting company were at the Capitol Thursday to help get the idea off the ground. FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski has more.
Manor water issues
A boil advisory has been lifted for some Manor residents, the result of a broken valve that led to a water shutoff for Cottonwood Creek MUD 1 customers. However, neighbors say they've constantly had problems with their water. FOX 7 Austin's Angela Shen reports.
A boil advisory has been lifted for some Manor residents, the result of a broken valve that led to a water shutoff for Cottonwood Creek MUD 1 customers. However, neighbors say they've constantly had problems with their water. FOX 7 Austin's Angela Shen reports.
San Jose State graduate hailed a hero, credited for saving lives in Eaton Fire in LA County
A 24-year-old climatologist who graduated from San Jose State University is being credited for saving lives when the fire erupted in the Altadena area of Los Angeles County.
A 24-year-old climatologist who graduated from San Jose State University is being credited for saving lives when the fire erupted in the Altadena area of Los Angeles County.
Who is Ashley Moody? Florida attorney general replacing Sen. Marco Rubio
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Thursday that Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody will replace Marco Rubio in the Senate, but who is Moody?
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Thursday that Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody will replace Marco Rubio in the Senate, but who is Moody?
Trump official portrait released, bearing similarities to president-elect's 2023 mugshot
The official portraits of President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect J.D. Vance were unveiled Thursday. Trump's expression in his portrait has caused some people on social media to compare the image to his infamous booking photo taken in 2023.
The official portraits of President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect J.D. Vance were unveiled Thursday. Trump's expression in his portrait has caused some people on social media to compare the image to his infamous booking photo taken in 2023.
FDA bans Red 3 food dye: What products contain the dye?
The Food and Drug Administration is ordering food and drug makers to remove Red 3 dye from products U.S. consumers eat and drink.
The Food and Drug Administration is ordering food and drug makers to remove Red 3 dye from products U.S. consumers eat and drink.
Brewers announcer Bob Uecker passes away at 90; team "heartbroken"
The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Thursday, Jan. 16 that Brewers icon and Baseball Hall of Famer Bob Uecker has passed away at the age of 90.
The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Thursday, Jan. 16 that Brewers icon and Baseball Hall of Famer Bob Uecker has passed away at the age of 90.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis selects attorney general Ashley Moody to replace Marco Rubio in Senate
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody will replace Marco Rubio in the Senate.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody will replace Marco Rubio in the Senate.
VIDEO: Florida woman robbed of $200 in lotto winnings in Orange County; suspect arrested, officials say
An 83-year-old woman was dragged out of her vehicle and seemingly wrestled to the ground minutes after collecting her lottery winnings from a convenience store, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
An 83-year-old woman was dragged out of her vehicle and seemingly wrestled to the ground minutes after collecting her lottery winnings from a convenience store, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
WATCH: Blue Origin launches New Glenn rocket on first test flight from Florida, loses booster
Blue Origin successfully launched its New Glenn rocket for its first test flight early Thursday, after several days of delays.
Blue Origin successfully launched its New Glenn rocket for its first test flight early Thursday, after several days of delays.
Brazoria County deputy killed in Houston, shooter dead
Deputy Jesus Vargas, a member of the U.S. Marshal’s Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force, was in a shooting in southwest Houston and the shooter has been killed, officials say.
Deputy Jesus Vargas, a member of the U.S. Marshal’s Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force, was in a shooting in southwest Houston and the shooter has been killed, officials say.
Austin considers changes to short-term rental codes
A big change could be coming to a significant number of properties throughout the city, with a new proposal to overhaul the city?s current short-term rental regulations.
A big change could be coming to a significant number of properties throughout the city, with a new proposal to overhaul the city?s current short-term rental regulations.
Cold weather tips and supplies
Most people are not ready to handle extreme temperatures and their aftermath. However, knowing how to respond in situations like pipes bursting or power outages will save you and your wallet.
Most people are not ready to handle extreme temperatures and their aftermath. However, knowing how to respond in situations like pipes bursting or power outages will save you and your wallet.
Nate Paul agrees to plea deal
Austin real estate developer and Ken Paxton associate Nate Paul has agreed to plead guilty to a federal charge for making false statements to lenders
Austin real estate developer and Ken Paxton associate Nate Paul has agreed to plead guilty to a federal charge for making false statements to lenders
WilCo asks lawmakers for new district court
Williamson County commissioners are asking lawmakers for another district court due to increasing caseloads.
Williamson County commissioners are asking lawmakers for another district court due to increasing caseloads.
6th Street to open to traffic soon
City of Austin officials are updating the public on changes to Sixth Street in downtown, including opening it to westbound traffic starting this weekend.
City of Austin officials are updating the public on changes to Sixth Street in downtown, including opening it to westbound traffic starting this weekend.
Southwest pilot of Chicago-bound flight arrested for allegedly being intoxicated
The pilot for a Chicago-bound flight was arrested Wednesday morning and charged with DUI.
The pilot for a Chicago-bound flight was arrested Wednesday morning and charged with DUI.
Texas House move forward after new speaker election
The 89th Texas Legislative Session is now underway. With new leadership roles in place, lawmakers are focusing on which bills to start moving forward.
The 89th Texas Legislative Session is now underway. With new leadership roles in place, lawmakers are focusing on which bills to start moving forward.
Challenges to 89th Texas legislature
Lawmakers are back in Austin for the 89th Texas legislature, and a lot of the same concerns from two years ago are going to be back on the block this time around. Matt Mackowiak, chair of the Travis County Republican Party, joined FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss
Lawmakers are back in Austin for the 89th Texas legislature, and a lot of the same concerns from two years ago are going to be back on the block this time around. Matt Mackowiak, chair of the Travis County Republican Party, joined FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss