National Hurricane Center flags area to watch in Gulf
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has outlined an area to watch in the Gulf of America where tropical development could happen.
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has outlined an area to watch in the Gulf of America where tropical development could happen.
Flatwater’s Dam That Cancer returns for 2026
Hundreds of paddlers participate in the annual event for a good cause. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera has the details.
Hundreds of paddlers participate in the annual event for a good cause. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera has the details.
Karmelo Anthony to appeal murder conviction in Frisco track meet stabbing case
Karmelo Anthony has filed a notice of appeal after being convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison in the fatal stabbing at a Frisco track meet.
Karmelo Anthony has filed a notice of appeal after being convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison in the fatal stabbing at a Frisco track meet.
Texas couple sentenced to 40 years for $30 million pandemic pyramid scheme
A Texas couple was sentenced Tuesday to 40 years each in federal prison for operating a fraudulent chain-referral pyramid scheme that prosecutors said cheated more than 10,000 people nationwide out of more than $30 million during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A Texas couple was sentenced Tuesday to 40 years each in federal prison for operating a fraudulent chain-referral pyramid scheme that prosecutors said cheated more than 10,000 people nationwide out of more than $30 million during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minneapolis City Hall hosting first-ever drag show to celebrate Pride month
As part of Pride month honoring the LGBTQ+ community, Minneapolis City Council members have announced they will host the first-ever drag show at city hall this week.
As part of Pride month honoring the LGBTQ+ community, Minneapolis City Council members have announced they will host the first-ever drag show at city hall this week.
NASA Artemis III crew: Meet the astronauts, mission timeline updates
NASA will reveal the four astronauts who have been selected for the Artemis III mission during a news conference Tuesday at Johnson Space Center in Houston.
NASA will reveal the four astronauts who have been selected for the Artemis III mission during a news conference Tuesday at Johnson Space Center in Houston.
New details after man was found in trash can
New details have been released in the investigation into how a man's body ended up in a trash can in South Austin in late May.
New details have been released in the investigation into how a man's body ended up in a trash can in South Austin in late May.
Dog found in trash compactor in Austin
Police are investigating after an Austin woman claims a dispute with two friends ended with her dog being found inside a trash compactor.
Police are investigating after an Austin woman claims a dispute with two friends ended with her dog being found inside a trash compactor.
Brazoria Co. Sheriff fires deputy involved in shooting death of John Mendoza Jr., family members react
The Brazoria County Sheriff has announced the deputy involved in the shooting death of John Mendoza, Jr. earlier this month in Lake Jackson, has been fired.
The Brazoria County Sheriff has announced the deputy involved in the shooting death of John Mendoza, Jr. earlier this month in Lake Jackson, has been fired.
Xavier Becerra, Steve Hilton advance in race for California governor; Both will face off in Nov. election
Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton have both advanced to the November 2026 general election in the race for California Governor.
Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton have both advanced to the November 2026 general election in the race for California Governor.
Artemis III crew announced
The Artemis III crew was announced in Houston on Tuesday. It will include a retired Marine Colonel, an astronaut from the European space agency, a physician, and another astronaut who will make his first spaceflight.
The Artemis III crew was announced in Houston on Tuesday. It will include a retired Marine Colonel, an astronaut from the European space agency, a physician, and another astronaut who will make his first spaceflight.
UT Austin to help expansion of semiconductor workforce
The University of Texas at Austin is leading a major effort across the south to train the next generation's workforce.
The University of Texas at Austin is leading a major effort across the south to train the next generation's workforce.
Overgrown lot in Austin trimmed after months of requests
A lot in Central Austin was overgrown for months. An HOA president says 311 requests to the city yielded no results, until 7 On Your Side stepped in.
A lot in Central Austin was overgrown for months. An HOA president says 311 requests to the city yielded no results, until 7 On Your Side stepped in.
Toxic blue-green algae found in Austin waterways
Austin Watershed Protection says its staff has observed thick mats of blue-green algae, some of which may be toxic, on lakes in the area.
Austin Watershed Protection says its staff has observed thick mats of blue-green algae, some of which may be toxic, on lakes in the area.
Texas Secy of State stepping down | FOX 7 Focus
Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson announced she is stepping down on July 17. She has led the state elections office for more than three years following a long career in the State Senate. Her retirement comes as the office faces continued scrutiny over recent overhauls to the state voter rolls and amid a heated legal battle involving the state Republican party over how primary elections are run. FOX 7 Austin's Alec Nolan spoke with Texas Bullpen co-founder and reporter Brad Johnson about this sudden change.
Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson announced she is stepping down on July 17. She has led the state elections office for more than three years following a long career in the State Senate. Her retirement comes as the office faces continued scrutiny over recent overhauls to the state voter rolls and amid a heated legal battle involving the state Republican party over how primary elections are run. FOX 7 Austin's Alec Nolan spoke with Texas Bullpen co-founder and reporter Brad Johnson about this sudden change.
Chrisleys sue former attorney over criminal case defense
Todd and Julie Chrisley have filed a $25 million lawsuit accusing a former defense attorney and his law firm of legal malpractice.
Todd and Julie Chrisley have filed a $25 million lawsuit accusing a former defense attorney and his law firm of legal malpractice.
Nonprofit suffers flood damage from heavy rains
A local nonprofit is working to clean up after heavy rain caused significant flooding over the weekend. FOX 7 Austin’s Katie Pratt went to Leander to speak with the founder.
A local nonprofit is working to clean up after heavy rain caused significant flooding over the weekend. FOX 7 Austin’s Katie Pratt went to Leander to speak with the founder.
Screwworm risk and household pets
While state animal health officials race to contain the New World screwworm, federal officials confirmed the first case of the parasite in a dog. FOX 7 Austin's Alec Nolan has more on what pet owners might want to be aware of.
While state animal health officials race to contain the New World screwworm, federal officials confirmed the first case of the parasite in a dog. FOX 7 Austin's Alec Nolan has more on what pet owners might want to be aware of.
Stolen van crashes into patrol car
Kyle police have arrested a man after a stolen van crashed into a patrol car. (Courtesy: Kyle Police Department)
Kyle police have arrested a man after a stolen van crashed into a patrol car. (Courtesy: Kyle Police Department)
Fifth case of New World screwworm confirmed
Officials have confirmed a fifth case of New World screwworm in Central Texas, a goat. FOX 7 Austin's Meredith Aldis reports.
Officials have confirmed a fifth case of New World screwworm in Central Texas, a goat. FOX 7 Austin's Meredith Aldis reports.