Look up tonight: Supermoon to soar into the sky

Look up tonight as a Supermoon will rise into the sky.  Nicknamed the Cold Moon as winter weather brings colder temperatures, the moon will only be 221,813 miles away from Earth.

USGS deletes 5.9 quake in Nevada from its website

The Shake Alert seismology team said they are now working to review the data, but that it appears the faulty alert might've been caused by a software error.

Brianna Aguilera: Austin police update on student's death
video

The Austin Police Department provides an update on the death of 19-year-old Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera who was found dead outside a West Campus apartment building.

Pantone’s color of the year for 2026 leans into calm and clarity

It's not white, it's cloud. Pantone’s Color of the Year is chosen through months of global research and trend analysis, with experts studying shifts in culture, design, technology, and lifestyle to understand the mood of the moment.

Is the USA in the World Cup?

The United States will have a chance to compete for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here's what you need to know.

CAIR responds to Abbott's letter
video

The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) has released a letter they sent to the U.S. Treasury secretary in defense of their status as a tax-exempt nonprofit organization.

Sarah Eckhardt announces run for U.S. Congress
video

Back in October, Texas Sen. Sarah Eckhardt announced she's running for U.S. Congress. FOX 7 Austin's Alec Nolan spoke with the candidate about her campaign.

San Marcos Christmas tree lighting
video

Hays County is ringing in the holiday season. The county judge invited the community out for the annual Christmas lighting ceremony.

Man who killed child with bat in Georgetown found insane
video

A man accused of beating a young boy to death with a bat in Georgetown will not stand trial. A judge ruled that Daniel Logan is not guilty by reason of insanity for his role in the death of 6-year-old Jeremy Diaz in 2023.

Chauvin files for new trial over conviction in George Floyd's murder

Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of second-degree unintentional murder for the death of George Floyd, has filed an appeal asking for a new trial.

"Blue states" could lose SNAP benefits
video

Some Democrat-led states could be at risk of losing their SNAP benefits if they don't comply with a Trump administration request to provide recipient data.

Immigration processing stopped for several countries
video

In the wake of last week's shooting of two National Guard soldiers in D.C., the Trump administration is stopping all immigration processing for people from 19 counties, including Afghanistan where the suspect is from.

Monk injured in crash during 'Walk for Peace' in Liberty County has leg amputated

According to “Walk for Peace" on Facebook, the monk, identified as Bhante Dam Phommasan, had surgery on Wednesday morning to have his leg amputated.

Trump sends ICE to Minnesota
video

Democratic leaders in Minnesota slammed the Trump administration over reports of planned immigration enforcement targeting Somalians in the Twin cities. It comes after President Trump criticized the group during a Cabinet meeting at the White House.

City of Austin spending review
video

Austin City Council is trying to reform its own spending after passing a resolution in November. This comes after a failed tax rate election and criticism of how the city is spending money.

AFD receives bulletproof vests
video

Austin firefighters now have more protection on the job. Nearly 200 bulletproof vests are being rolled out. It is equipment the firefighters said is essential as they respond to more dangerous calls.

Small business Saturday highlights local stores
video

It's the most wonderful time of the year… to shop. This season consumer spending is expected to hit new highs, with the National Retail Federation forecasting holiday sales to exceed $1 trillion for the first time ever.

Stay frosty: Mug Root Beer unveils new cologne in time for holidays

Root beer fans who have ever wanted to - voluntarily - wear it, are in luck. Just in time for the holidays, Mug Root Beer is releasing its first-ever limited edition cologne.

Trump auto industry plan announced scuttling Biden era mileage, emissions standards

President Donald Trump announced a federal plan calling to weaken vehicle mileage rules in the auto industry - causing reverberations among Big Three auto makers.