Texas has an affordable housing crisis
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Texas has an affordable housing crisis. A hearing was held at the state capitol to discuss. It is a big step in drafting legislation to address the crisis for the upcoming session in January.

Veteran receives mortgage-free home in Kyle
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A nonprofit is trying to make homeownership more attainable for veterans to thank them for their service.

Georgia residents reporting disturbing racist messages before, after election

Multiple Georgia residents contacted FOX 5 Atlanta after receiving an alarming text message about upcoming enslavement or being informed about a potential threat from white supremacists and KKK members.

Deadly OIS in NW Austin
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The Austin Police Department is investigating a deadly officer-involved shooting in Northwest Austin.

Wisconsin, Georgia, and the Latino vote explained
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Two days after Donald Trump's historic return to the presidency, Battleground delivers an in-depth analysis of his sweep across all seven swing states. From Wisconsin's shocking flip to Georgia's return to red, S.E. Cupp examines the crucial demographic shifts that shaped this election. With special focus on the dramatic rightward shift of Latino voters and the collapse of Democrats' "Blue Wall" strategy, this episode provides essential insights into how Trump engineered one of the most remarkable politic

FULL: APD officer-involved shooting news conference
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The Austin Police Department provides details about an officer-involved shooting in Northwest Austin involving a man who carjacked a woman and also stole another car.

Suspect shot and killed by police in NW Austin
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Austin police say officers were trying to stop a man who carjacked a woman in Four Points.

Gov. Newsom says he's going to 'Trump proof' California state laws

California’s Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, a fierce critic of former President Donald Trump, on Thursday called for lawmakers to convene a special session later this year to safeguard the state’s progressive policies on climate change, reproductive rights and immigration ahead of another Trump presidency.

FULL SPEECH: President Biden
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President Joe Biden deliver remarks after Democratic nominee and Vice President Kamala Harris conceded to Republican Donald Trump.

2 brothers survive mass shooting, now among 6 victims in deadly Bodega Bay boating accident

Six people were on a 21- foot boat going crab fishing in Bodega Bay, when it started taking on water this past weekend. Family members said an 11-year-old boy survived, the body of a teenager was recovered, and four others are still missing.

Round Rock ISD voters approve 3 props
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Round Rock ISD voters approved giving the district millions of dollars for upgrades and repairs to its schools on Tuesday night.

Wishbone Bridge at Longhorn Dam progress
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The City of Austin is making progress on the new Wishbone Bridge at the Longhorn Dam. It's expected to increase safety and connectivity for pedestrians and cyclists.

Austin mayoral race may head into runoff
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It appears the incumbent Austin Mayor Kirk Watson has a good chance at keeping his title, but he might have to go into a runoff election with another candidate before it's official.

Atlanta Delta flight to DC diverted to NC due to 'odor'

A Delta Air Lines flight from Atlanta to Washington D.C. was forced to divert to a North Carolina airport due to a smell in the cabin.

Keeping an eye on Hurricane Rafael
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Forecasters warn Hurricane Rafael could bring life-threatening storm surges, wind, and flooding

WilCo has new sheriff: Matthew Lindemann
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Williamson County residents have elected a new sheriff. Overnight, Matthew Lindemann defeated incumbent Mike Gleason

Trump beats Harris in historic comeback
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Former President Trump surprised a lot of pollsters winning last night like he did in 2016 by outperforming his predicted results. Travis County GOP chairman Matt Mackowiak and Democratic analyst Ed Espinosa joined FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss.

Man accused of shooting cheerleader has hearing
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A man accused of shooting a cheerleader in an H-E-B parking lot in Elgin in 2023 had his first court hearing.

Election 2024: Austin city council races
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There will be some familiar faces and some new ones on the Austin City Council next year. We learned some of the winners, but we won't know who will occupy other seats until a runoff election in December.