Discussion of teaching religion in Texas classrooms
The State Board of Education is moving forward with a plan to allow the use of textbooks that include stories from the Bible. Critical votes are being made, with a final vote coming later this week
The State Board of Education is moving forward with a plan to allow the use of textbooks that include stories from the Bible. Critical votes are being made, with a final vote coming later this week
'Ghost neighborhoods' in Austin
Imagine living next to a new neighborhood development, but the developer never finishes?construction. That's the reality for some people in South Austin, who say a so-called "ghost neighborhood" is unsightly and potentially dangerous.
Imagine living next to a new neighborhood development, but the developer never finishes?construction. That's the reality for some people in South Austin, who say a so-called "ghost neighborhood" is unsightly and potentially dangerous.
Suspect has extensive criminal history
The man at the center of a homicide investigation this week has an extensive criminal history, court records revealed.
The man at the center of a homicide investigation this week has an extensive criminal history, court records revealed.
Streak of deadly violence in Austin
In a span of 10 days, police have investigated six separate homicides in the Austin area.
In a span of 10 days, police have investigated six separate homicides in the Austin area.
Lawyers 'horrified' at conditions for FCI Dublin transfers at Alabama prison
Two Bay Area lawyers have been trying to visit the 600 women who are now in federal prisons across the country after the Federal Correctional Institute at Dublin shut down this spring. "And we were pretty horrified by what we heard and saw," said Susan Beaty.
Two Bay Area lawyers have been trying to visit the 600 women who are now in federal prisons across the country after the Federal Correctional Institute at Dublin shut down this spring. "And we were pretty horrified by what we heard and saw," said Susan Beaty.
Trump Stimulus Checks: Will they be issued, and could you receive one?
Viral social media stories and posts that claim taxpayers in some states will receive a $2,000 (or more) government stimulus check as the holiday season begins are again making the rounds online.
Viral social media stories and posts that claim taxpayers in some states will receive a $2,000 (or more) government stimulus check as the holiday season begins are again making the rounds online.
APD provides update on recent homicides
The Austin Police Department (APD) Homicide Unit held a news conference to provide overviews and updates in the multiple homicide investigations from the past week.
The Austin Police Department (APD) Homicide Unit held a news conference to provide overviews and updates in the multiple homicide investigations from the past week.
Flatonia major incident investigation
Flatonia police are investigating a major incident on Monday night.
Flatonia police are investigating a major incident on Monday night.
CapMetro to shelve 46 electric buses
CapMetro is hitting the brakes on the use of 46 new electric buses after the manufacturer of the fleet filed for bankruptcy.
CapMetro is hitting the brakes on the use of 46 new electric buses after the manufacturer of the fleet filed for bankruptcy.
Texas shooting spree suspect declared incompetent
A man accused of going on a shooting rampage, killing six people last year, has been found incompetent to stand trial. Shane James Jr. may never face trial for the crimes in Austin and San Antonio.
A man accused of going on a shooting rampage, killing six people last year, has been found incompetent to stand trial. Shane James Jr. may never face trial for the crimes in Austin and San Antonio.
25th anniversary of Texas A&M Aggie Bonfire collapse
It has been 25 years since the deadly bonfire collapse at Texas A&M. The tragedy has impacted the community for years to come.
It has been 25 years since the deadly bonfire collapse at Texas A&M. The tragedy has impacted the community for years to come.
Debate on bringing religion into classrooms
The debate over bringing religion into the classroom is happening in the state level. The Board of Education is hearing public testimony on textbooks proposed by the Texas Education Agency
The debate over bringing religion into the classroom is happening in the state level. The Board of Education is hearing public testimony on textbooks proposed by the Texas Education Agency
Drippings Springs ISD athletics on a roll
In this edition of the Local Bulletin, FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas was joined by Ashley Kontnier, from the Hays Free Press, to discuss Wimberley roads, Dripping Springs ISD sports, and how to help during the holidays.
In this edition of the Local Bulletin, FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas was joined by Ashley Kontnier, from the Hays Free Press, to discuss Wimberley roads, Dripping Springs ISD sports, and how to help during the holidays.
Fredericksburg may not be home of Texas Rangers museum
The City of Fredericksburg is pulling the plug on a long-running plan to build a museum that would honor the Texas Rangers. The group that is developing the site is disputing the notification that they're in default of a 99-year lease with the city.
The City of Fredericksburg is pulling the plug on a long-running plan to build a museum that would honor the Texas Rangers. The group that is developing the site is disputing the notification that they're in default of a 99-year lease with the city.
Manor HS stabbing suspect has court hearing
The teen accused of stabbing another teen to death at Manor Senior High School last month had his first court hearing on Nov. 18.
The teen accused of stabbing another teen to death at Manor Senior High School last month had his first court hearing on Nov. 18.
APD investigating 6 homicides in 10 days
Austin police have responded to six homicides over the last 10 days. The most recent involved a woman who was caught in the crossfire as two men were fighting over a gun that went off
Austin police have responded to six homicides over the last 10 days. The most recent involved a woman who was caught in the crossfire as two men were fighting over a gun that went off
Seniors line dance in honor of late member
WellMed Charitable Foundation, a charity that supports senior citizens in Austin, received a big donation, and the late member who gave the money had one request: line dancing.
WellMed Charitable Foundation, a charity that supports senior citizens in Austin, received a big donation, and the late member who gave the money had one request: line dancing.
Dallas plane struck by gunfire
A Southwest Airlines plane was shot while preparing to take off from Dallas Love Field on Friday.
A Southwest Airlines plane was shot while preparing to take off from Dallas Love Field on Friday.
Daikin Park: Houston Astros announce Minute Maid Park name change
The Houston Astros' Minute Maid Park will become Daikin Park in 2025. The name change was announced Monday.
The Houston Astros' Minute Maid Park will become Daikin Park in 2025. The name change was announced Monday.
Texas A&M Aggie Bonfire Collapse 25th anniversary
Aggies and Texans are reflecting on the tragedy that happened on November 18, 1999. Jessica Rivera has the details.
Aggies and Texans are reflecting on the tragedy that happened on November 18, 1999. Jessica Rivera has the details.