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
California wildfires continue to burn
Millions of people across SoCal are facing a critical fire threat as crews try to gain more control over two of the most destructive fires in the region's history
Millions of people across SoCal are facing a critical fire threat as crews try to gain more control over two of the most destructive fires in the region's history
6th Street upcoming changes
Sixth Street will be open to cars this weekend. Historically, the street has been closed to vehicle traffic on weekend nights, but the city is trying out a pilot program to crack down on crime
Sixth Street will be open to cars this weekend. Historically, the street has been closed to vehicle traffic on weekend nights, but the city is trying out a pilot program to crack down on crime
New Israel and Hamas ceasefire agreement
After 15 months of fighting, Israel and Hamas have finally agreed to a ceasefire, but it isn't clear how long it will last
After 15 months of fighting, Israel and Hamas have finally agreed to a ceasefire, but it isn't clear how long it will last
Guide to Inauguration Balls, official and unofficial: Here's what you need to know
President-elect Trump will be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States on Monday, Jan. 20, and outgoing President Joe Biden.
President-elect Trump will be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States on Monday, Jan. 20, and outgoing President Joe Biden.
Who killed Karen Lynn Douglas? Reward increased in Houston-area mother's cold case murder
The reward has been increased for help solving the 1981 cold case murder of Houston-area mother Karen Lynn Douglas.
The reward has been increased for help solving the 1981 cold case murder of Houston-area mother Karen Lynn Douglas.
Downtown Austin 6th Street changes: News conference
FULL NEWS CONFERENCE: City and community leaders discuss changes to Austin's 6th Street.
FULL NEWS CONFERENCE: City and community leaders discuss changes to Austin's 6th Street.
I-35 construction's effects on Austin ISD
Commuters have noticed some changes on I-35 as construction for the I-35 Capital Express Central project is now underway. This project will affect many people including Austin ISD. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera has details.
Commuters have noticed some changes on I-35 as construction for the I-35 Capital Express Central project is now underway. This project will affect many people including Austin ISD. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera has details.
Valley View Elementary to shut down
After an Eanes ISD school board vote, Valley View Elementary School will be shut down.
After an Eanes ISD school board vote, Valley View Elementary School will be shut down.
Man shot in Lockhart OIS identified
A man accused of shooting someone, barricading himself inside a Lockhart home, and being shot by an Austin police SWAT officer, has been identified.
A man accused of shooting someone, barricading himself inside a Lockhart home, and being shot by an Austin police SWAT officer, has been identified.
7 teens arrested for series of crimes in Austin
Seven teens were arrested in connection to a string of crimes in Austin, police said.
Seven teens were arrested in connection to a string of crimes in Austin, police said.
Bastrop mayor resigns
Bastrop Mayor Lyle Nelson has resigned his position effective immediately, saying he will "no longer be a focal point for these self-serving interests to deflect from their actions."
Bastrop Mayor Lyle Nelson has resigned his position effective immediately, saying he will "no longer be a focal point for these self-serving interests to deflect from their actions."