Amazon, eBay remove Proud Boys merchandise listings

Online superstores Amazon and eBay have pulled merchandise referencing the far-right Proud Boys after affiliated apparel was spotted on the sites.

FOX 7 Discussion: Considering Project Connect, Prop A

Peck Young with Voices of Austin joins Mike Warren on FOX 7 Austin on the group's property tax calculator for Austinites to see how much their property taxes will increase if Prop A passes in November.

Council lifts public drinking ban in East, Southeast Austin

Austin City Council has unanimously passed a resolution that lifts public alcohol consumption bans in areas in the east and southeast parts of town.

Facebook to ban QAnon, militarized social movement ads ahead of election

Facebook announced Wednesday it is banning ads that “praise, support or represent” QAnon and any militarized social movements on the platform.

Evictions suspended in Austin-Travis County through December

Austin Mayor Steve Adler and Travis County Judge Sam Biscoe signed updated orders Wednesday which extended and updated the restrictions related to eviction notices through December 31.

Uber, Lyft look to kill California law on app-based drivers

The battle between the powerhouses of the so-called gig economy and labor unions including the International Brotherhood of Teamsters could become the most expensive ballot measure in state history. Voters are weighing whether to create an exemption to a new state law aimed at providing wage and benefit protections to drivers.

Disney to lay off 28,000 workers at its parks in California, Florida

Disney is laying off 28,000 U.S.-based employees across its Parks, Experiences and Products division due to continued struggles caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the company announced in a statement on Tuesday.

Amazon to kick off holiday shopping with October Prime Day

Amazon also sees it as a way to get more people to sign up for its Prime membership since only those paying $12.99 a month or $119 a year can access the deals.

Apple apologizes for Siri glitch that ID's police departments as 'terrorists'

“According to Siri and Apple, law enforcement are now considered terrorists … How is this acceptable and how is this happening in America?”

Disney delays release of 'Black Widow,' 'West Side Story,' and more films

The coronavirus pandemic has further delayed the release of some highly-anticipated movies including Marvel's "Black Widow" and director Steven Spielberg's "West Side Story."

"Your Minute is Up" pushing to recall Mayor Adler, 3 council members

In order for a recall to take place, the group would need 10% of registered voters in Austin, as well as 10% of voters in each of the council member's districts to sign a petition.

Lawsuit claims Facebook groups led to fatal shootings in Kenosha

Four people are behind a federal lawsuit against Facebook, accused shooter Kyle Rittenhouse, and a former Kenosha alderman.

FBI seeks info in investigation of accused 'Cheer' actor Jerry Harris

The FBI’s Chicago office on Tuesday announced it is seeking the public’s help in finding possible victims in the investigation of accused “Cheer” actor Jerry Harris.

Amazon Prime Day has a date

Amazon Prime Day pulled in over $7B in 2019

SAVES resolution to help businesses hit hardest by COVID-19 approved

The Austin City Council voted to approve the SAVES resolution that could identify ways to support businesses hit hardest by the pandemic so they don't close for good.

Austin police say suspicious package at ABIA not a threat

The Austin Police Department says it's Bomb Squad has determined that a suspicious package found at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is not a threat.