2026 ACL Music Festival: Organizers preparing for wet weather

With the 2026 Austin City Limits Music Festival kicking off this weekend, city officials are reminding people to be prepared for wet weather. So far, there are no changes to ACL events.

2026 ACL Music Festival: CapMetro bus routes to Zilker Park

CapMetro is providing several options for festival goers to get to the 2026 Austin City Limits Music Festival.

District 1 candidates participate in forum
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Residents of Austin's District One got a chance Monday night to ask questions directly to their city council candidates as the November election draws closer. FOX 7 Austin's Marco Bitonel has more.

Apple loses record $5.7B in verdict over patent dispute

A jury awarded a tech company over $5.7 billion after determining that Apple infringed claims from two patents.

Mystery tuxedos? Amazon seller uses reporter's address for returns

FOX6 News consumer reporter Jenna Sachs is investigating a case that's close to home. Over the last few weeks, colorful tuxedos have been showing up at her house that she did not order.

Some Circle C residents concerned about traffic impacts of proposed apartments

Austin City Council has approved two items related to a development in Circle C, near Kiker Elementary. Some residents are concerned about the traffic impacts.

Lake Austin drawdown canceled after concerns from business owners

The City of Austin has canceled a drawdown of Lake Austin after business owners expressed concerns about the economic impact.

Starbucks to close 250 stores this week

Starbucks is closing dozens of locations nationwide as part of a broader corporate restructuring strategy by the coffee giant to optimize store performance.

iPhone owners included in Apple’s $250 million settlement can begin filing claims

The window is now open for people who purchased certain recent iPhone models to begin filing claims to receive their share of the quarter-billion-dollar settlement fund established in the wake of the class-action lawsuit filed against Apple, accusing the tech giant of false advertising.

FULL: Austin City Hall Presser on ICE Shooting
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Officials speak at Austin City Hall about the reported ICE-related shooting in North Austin.

Amazon settlement expands, which could mean more money for you

The Federal Trade Commission said that Amazon will expand payments to eligible customers as part of last year's $2.5 billion settlement. Here’s what you need to know.

Starbucks resolves Florida DEI lawsuit with blockbuster agreement

Starbucks will pay Florida $1 million and will not use race-and sex-based goals, quotas and preferences in employment practices companywide under a sweeping settlement ending the state's civil rights lawsuit against the coffee giant.

Consultant report recommends keeping 911 call taking within APD

After Austin City Council voted to create a standalone 911 call taker center — instead of it being housed under the Austin Police Department — a consultant report found a standalone center "does not inherently" improve performance.

Amazon announces hourly wage hikes: Here's how much

Amazon announced a pay raise and new benefits for its thousands of employees, including discounts on eligible groceries.

Video: Lightning strike halts Disney World monorail, temporarily strands passengers

A group of people spending the day at Walt Disney World in Florida had an extended ride aboard the theme park's iconic monorail after the track was reportedly hit by lightning during a round of thunderstorms, according to Storyful.

Cheese sold at Whole Foods in several states recalled due to allergy risk of undeclared ingredient

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall for Fromagerie Coop de Mean Cabricharme cheese sold at Whole Foods Markets in several states due to an undeclared ingredient that poses an allergy risk.

Disney College Program participant killed in lightning strike; Good Samaritans recount rescue attempt

Good Samaritans are sharing the moments they rushed to help a 20-year-old Disney College Program participant who died after an apparent lightning strike in Celebration, as investigators continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.

Pregnant Amazon workers sue, accusing retailer of systematic discrimination

Four former Amazon warehouse employees sued the company in a proposed nationwide class action, accusing it of discriminating against pregnant workers.