Top stories of 2024: FOX 7 Focus
In this final FOX 7 Focus of 2024, FOX 7's John Krinjak takes a look back at the top stories viewers clicked on at FOX7Austin.com.
In this final FOX 7 Focus of 2024, FOX 7's John Krinjak takes a look back at the top stories viewers clicked on at FOX7Austin.com.
Round Rock Donuts a "legendary" business
Round Rock Donuts made Taste Atlas's top 100 list of the most legendary dessert places in the world for 2024.
Round Rock Donuts made Taste Atlas's top 100 list of the most legendary dessert places in the world for 2024.
Firefighters, passengers hurt after Brightline train collides with fire truck in Delray Beach, officials say
The crash caused closures in the area and limited delays for Brightline.
The crash caused closures in the area and limited delays for Brightline.
Firework safety ahead of NYE
Officials estimate more than 8,300 Americans end up at the hospital with firework-related injuries every year.
Officials estimate more than 8,300 Americans end up at the hospital with firework-related injuries every year.
Bald eagle recovers at Austin Wildlife Rescue
An injured bald eagle was brought to Austin to help the bird recover from its injuries.
An injured bald eagle was brought to Austin to help the bird recover from its injuries.
WilCo expo center to expand in 2025
The Williamson County Expo Center is planning on expanding next year.
The Williamson County Expo Center is planning on expanding next year.
Balcones Canyonlands Preserve Visitor Center update
There is an update on the future of the multi-million-dollar Balcones Canyonlands Preserve Visitor Center. It is one of the largest urban preserves in the country, protecting endangered species and their habitats, and it is located in Travis County.
There is an update on the future of the multi-million-dollar Balcones Canyonlands Preserve Visitor Center. It is one of the largest urban preserves in the country, protecting endangered species and their habitats, and it is located in Travis County.
Maryland man arrested after pouring whiskey in holy water at Christmas Eve mass
A 56-year-old man has been arrested and charged after causing disturbances at two local churches on Christmas Eve, disrupting services and endangering parishioners, according to the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office.
A 56-year-old man has been arrested and charged after causing disturbances at two local churches on Christmas Eve, disrupting services and endangering parishioners, according to the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office.
Texans buy Mega Millions tickets after jackpot grows
Texans are running out to buy their Mega Millions tickets after no winning ticket was drawn for the jackpot on Tuesday night.
Texans are running out to buy their Mega Millions tickets after no winning ticket was drawn for the jackpot on Tuesday night.
Street light upgrades in Austin
Austin City Council recently approved a $1.7 million contract to improve street lighting at 14 different locations that are prone to crashes.
Austin City Council recently approved a $1.7 million contract to improve street lighting at 14 different locations that are prone to crashes.
Tornadoes, severe storms in the Houston-area
The Houston-area is recovering after Thursday's severe storms. The Wharton County Sheriff's Office said three tornadoes were confirmed.
The Houston-area is recovering after Thursday's severe storms. The Wharton County Sheriff's Office said three tornadoes were confirmed.
Suspect shot & killed after homeowner opens fire during home invasion: 'You should expect to be shot'
A man opened fire on two home invaders on Thursday night, shooting one who later died as the other ran from the scene, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
A man opened fire on two home invaders on Thursday night, shooting one who later died as the other ran from the scene, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
Man accused of setting woman on fire in NYC subway faces multiple counts of murder
Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez says officials are still looking into surveillance footage in order to identify the woman who burned to death.
Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez says officials are still looking into surveillance footage in order to identify the woman who burned to death.
Final crystal triangles installed on Times Square ball ahead of New Year's Eve
The last of the crystal triangles that make up this year’s Times Square New Year’s Eve ball have been installed, marking the first time in 10 years that all 2,688 were replaced at once.
The last of the crystal triangles that make up this year’s Times Square New Year’s Eve ball have been installed, marking the first time in 10 years that all 2,688 were replaced at once.
Former 49er Dana Stubblefield sees rape conviction overturned by appellate court
The rape conviction against a former San Francisco 49er has been overturned, according to reports.
The rape conviction against a former San Francisco 49er has been overturned, according to reports.
UnitedHealthcare CEO killing: Poll finds insurance profits, killer are to blame
A new poll shows most Americans believe health insurance profits and coverage denials share responsibility for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. However, not as much responsibility as the person who shot him, a new poll shows.
A new poll shows most Americans believe health insurance profits and coverage denials share responsibility for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. However, not as much responsibility as the person who shot him, a new poll shows.
Could House Speaker race delay election certification?
The House will vote on a new Speaker next week. If the new Speaker is not selected by January 6th there are new concerns it could lead to delays certifying the results of the 2024 election.
The House will vote on a new Speaker next week. If the new Speaker is not selected by January 6th there are new concerns it could lead to delays certifying the results of the 2024 election.
Oxford High School shooter's mom Jennifer Crumbley wants out of prison
As Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of the Oxford High School shooter, works to appeal her sentence, her attorney is demanding she be released from prison.
As Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of the Oxford High School shooter, works to appeal her sentence, her attorney is demanding she be released from prison.
Liberty Hill residents concerned about SH 29
Liberty Hill residents are raising concerns about State Highway 29 after seeing multiple crashes near the high school.
Liberty Hill residents are raising concerns about State Highway 29 after seeing multiple crashes near the high school.
Where to recycle your Christmas trees
Need to recycle your Christmas tree? There are options across Central Texas.
Need to recycle your Christmas tree? There are options across Central Texas.