University of Michigan to drop letter grades for some freshmen in 2027

The University of Michigan Ann Arbor is looking out for their students' mental health. So, they’re doing away with grades for some of them.

Austin City Council approves 2026-27 budget
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The Austin City Council has adopted a $6.6 billion budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year.

Community rallies around Lake Travis football player
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The Lake Travis community is coming together to support a varsity football player. He suffered a medical emergency at practice this week.

Man attacks teen girl after smashing through wall, Gainesville police say

Police arrested a 29-year-old man after he allegedly broke through drywall into a neighboring apartment and attacked a 15-year-old girl.

South Carolina student gunned down at Gaffney bus stop

A 17-year-old South Carolina student was shot and killed Wednesday morning near a school bus stop.

U.S. and Iran remain deadlocked
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We are learning more about President Trump's secret plane switch in Turkey last month to evade a possible Iranian threat. This comes as negotiations between the U.S. and Iran to end the conflict remain deadlocked.

Lake Travis ISD's first day of school
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We visited Lake Travis ISD for their first day of school on August 12. FOX 7 Austin's Tierra Neubaum has those details

Leander ISD's first day of school
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August 12 was Leander ISD's first day of school. FOX 7 Austin's Angela Shen has the details on its new Pre-K campus

Buc-ee's opens in San Marcos
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The newest Buc-ee's travel center opens in San Marcos and with it come hundreds of new jobs.

Deadly helicopter crash in Salado
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Two people are dead following a helicopter crash in Salado. According to Fort Hood officials, this was a military chopper.

APD officer-involved shooting investigation
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The Austin Police Department is investigating an officer-involved shooting in North Austin.

Ridglan Farms beagles: Last dogs released from Wisconsin facility

The last Ridglan Farms beagles left the Wisconsin facility on Wednesday, marking an end to a years-long animal rights campaign and legal battle.

Burnsville homicide connected to Hopkins daycare deaths, police say

The Burnsville Police Department says a homicide Wednesday afternoon that left a 78-year-old woman dead is connected to the deaths of three people at a Hopkins daycare earlier in the day.

Russell Westbrook retires: LeBron James, Donovan Mitchell, Trae Young and more honor former MVP

After 18 historic seasons, nine All-Star appearances, and an MVP title, Russell Westbrook has announced his retirement. See how NBA players, teams, and peers across the league are paying tribute to "Mr. Triple-Double."

Fort Worth reaches $11.25 million settlement with Atatiana Jefferson's family

The city of Fort Worth agreed to an $11.25 million settlement with the family of Atatiana Jefferson, who was shot and killed inside her home by former police officer Aaron Dean in 2019.

Suspected shooter in custody after Georgia high school shooting

At least one student was shot, and a suspect is now in custody following a shooting at Warner Robins High School on Wednesday, according to authorities.