Apple urges iPhone, iPad users to update operating system immediately

Apple issued a new warning on Tuesday urging iPhone and iPad users to immediately update their device software to the newly released iOS and iPadOS 14.4.

Austin City Council approves purchase of hotel for homeless housing

City councilmembers approved the purchase of a hotel in District 7 but chose to delay the vote on the second hotel in District 6.

Harper-Madison named mayor pro tem, council promises Alter to be next

Natasha Harper Madison of district 1 is now mayor pro tem, and Allison Alter of district 10 will likely be the city’s next mayor pro tem.

Facebook introduces new fact-check tool to combat Holocaust denial

Anyone who searches on Facebook for terms related to the Holocaust or Holocaust denial will see a message labeled “Learning about the Holocaust,” which includes a link to read credible information about the Nazi genocide.

Community reacts to council's plan to buy hotels for homeless

The city’s plan is to buy the hotel and turn it into housing for the homeless as part of the city’s hotel strategy. 

FOX 7 Discussion: How to get Austin’s homeless off the streets

'Save Austin Now' co-founder Matt Mackowiak and Ed Espinoza from Progress Texas share their opinions on what can be done to address the homeless.

City Council looking at hotels to house homeless in Austin

Council Member Kelly says she plans to delay that vote so she can get feedback from those who live near the northwest site before making a decision.

Amazon offers assist with COVID-19 vaccine distribution

Amazon is offering its colossal operations network and advanced technologies to assist President Joe Biden in his vow to get 100 million COVID-19 vaccinations to Americans in his first 100 days in office.

Walt Disney World call center employee alerts police to domestic violence victim, report says

An intuitive Walt Disney World Resort employee realized a Pennsylvania woman who called under the guise of buying theme park tickets was actually in need of help from a dangerous situation.

APD cooperating with investigators in FBI Capitol insurrection probe

In an email chain with Austin City Council member Alison Alter, Chief Manley said he has spoken with the special agent in charge of the investigation.

Judge rules Amazon won't have to restore Parler web service

Amazon won't be forced to immediately restore web service to Parler after a federal judge ruled Thursday against a plea to reinstate the fast-growing social media app, which is favored by followers of former President Donald Trump.

Carole Baskin says Netflix 'betrayed' her over 'Tiger King' portrayal, claims Joe Exotic feud was overblown

Carole Baskin became a household name in 2020 thanks to Netflix's release of "Tiger King." But the big cat enthusiast still claims the streamer delivered a portrayal of her that wasn't genuine.

How do you sign up for a COVID-19 vaccine in Central Texas?

County leaders are hoping residents can be patient as the federal government allocates more doses for the most at-risk groups first.

Austin’s homeless camping ban could be back on May 2021 ballot

The first effort to reinstate the ban was ruled invalid back in August, and they decided to try again starting December 1.