Major automakers unite to build electric vehicle charging network they say will rival Tesla's

Seven major automakers say they’re joining forces to build a North American electric vehicle charging network that would rival Tesla’s and nearly double the number of fast-charging plugs in the U.S. and Canada.

Netflix offering up to $900k for A.I. job as actors and writers strike

A tech expert says the company has been using A.I. for years, and new job posts indicate use of A.I. technology will continue at the company and improve.

Pay with your palm: Amazon One technology coming to all Whole Foods

This means Whole Foods Market customers who choose to use Amazon One will no longer need their wallet or even a phone to pay – they can simply hover their palm over an Amazon One device.

Video: Tesla Cybertruck spotted on California roadway

Video recorded this week shows the Cybertruck take off from a stoplight and go around the corner.

Austin's 'We All Belong' initiative gives residents a tool to report hate crimes

Austin's assistant city manager Veronica Briseño says the 'We All Belong' initiative is more than just a slogan. the city is committed to ensuring Austin remains a place where diversity is celebrated, and hate is not tolerated.

Austin City Council takes on affordable housing, homelessness and police shortage

Austin City Council member Mackenzie Kelly joined FOX 7 Austin to talk about the recent agenda items discussed in this week's meetings, including an affordable housing measure, homeless issues and the ongoing police shortage.

Tesla recalls nearly 16,000 of its Model S and Model X vehicles due to seat belt issue

Tesla is recalling nearly 16,000 of its 2021-2023 Model S and Model X vehicles because some front-row seat belts may not have been reconnected properly following a repair.

Netflix removes 'Basic' Ad-Free Plan in U.S. and U.K.

Netflix pumps the brakes on its basic membership without ads in the U.S., according to the streaming giant's Help Center page. The U.K. is also facing the change.

City manager's $5.5B budget proposal addresses public safety, staffing shortages

The city of Austin's interim city manager Jesus Garza presented the “Back to Basics" budget plan. In the plan, it discusses areas in which the city needs improvements, such as public safety.

Austin business group supports more direct flights between ABIA, DCA

The Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is part of a national alliance that wants Congress to amend the "perimeter rule" at Reagan National Airport in Washington D.C.

City council discusses agenda item that could make more affordable homes

Austin City Council member Leslie Pool discussed her agenda item that would create more housing opportunities for residents of all income levels in Austin.

Man stored child sexual abuse material on Google account, officials say

A Maryland man received over a decade in federal prison for storing hundreds of videos and images of CSAM in his Google applications while he was living in San Antonio.

City of Austin working to add more beds to homeless shelter

On any given night, Austin has one shelter bed for every five people who are experiencing homelessness. The city is working to fix that.

Starbucks launches immersive coffee experiences, including espresso martini class

Starbucks will offer classes to the public where coffee lovers can learn about brewing techniques, the art and science of the beverage, and mixology (including how to make an espresso martini).