Texas attorney general sues Tylenol maker over autism claims

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing the makers of Tylenol claiming the company failed to warn customers about the risk of taking the drug during pregnancy.

Federal workers brace for missed paycheck as shutdown enters 5th week

Washington’s government shutdown has entered its fifth week with no resolution in sight, as Senate efforts to pass a House-approved continuing resolution to reopen the government have failed 12 times.

Federal Reserve likely to cut key interest rate: What to know

The Fed is almost certain to cut its key interest rate on Wednesday, but the shutdown has cut off critical hiring and inflation data used to make their decision. Here’s what to know about the meeting.

Austin property tax measure Prop Q: What to know
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Election Day is November 4 and for Austinites, the biggest draw for voters is Proposition Q. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera has the details.

Austin's controversial Prop Q has sparked strong opinions

The controversial Proposition Q has sparked strong opinions this cycle. So far, more than 45,000 voters have submitted their ballots early in Austin.

2025 Kyle mayor race: Who are the candidates?

Four people are running to be the next mayor of Kyle. FOX 7 Austin's Meredith Aldis sat down and spoke with three of the four candidates.

Austin Democrat Sarah Eckhardt announces House bid

The Austin Democrat Sarah Eckhardt launched a congressional bid for the House seat being vacated by Republican Michael McCaul.

Government shutdown: Nearly 1 month down
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Staffing issues at the Austin airport is tied to the government shutdown, which has been going on for almost a month. A group representing hundreds of thousands of workers is calling on lawmakers to put an end to it now.

2025 Kyle mayoral race
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Four people are running to be the next mayor of Kyle. The comes after Kyle's longest-running mayor announced his resignation about three months ago.

Sarah Eckhardt launches bid for House seat
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Former Travis County judge and current state Senator Sarah Eckhardt is looking for a job change. The democrat from Austin launched a congressional bid for the House seat being vacated by Republican Michael McCaul.

Bastrop County food pantry "closely monitoring" SNAP changes, government shutdown

A Central Texas food pantry says they're “closely monitoring” the ongoing government shutdown. The USDA recently confirmed no SNAP benefits will be issued for November if it continues.

Trump meets with new Prime Minister Takaichi in Japan. What we know

The meeting between the two leaders is part of an effort to strengthen the trade relationship between the U.S. and Japan.

Trump expands drug war, heads to Asia
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President Donald Trump says the next front in the war on drugs could be on land, and he says he thinks Congress will go along with his plans to take the fight to the cartels. This comes as he is leaving for a week-long trip through Asia, where he will met with the leaders of some of America's largest trading partners, including Chinese President Xi. FOX's Jared Halpern and Rebekah Castor report.

Gov't shutdown impacts Texas Capital Air Show
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The government shutdown has caused what would've been the inaugural Texas Capital Air Show to be canceled. The event was to raise money for suicide prevention for veterans and first responders. FOX 7 Austin's Angela Shen reports from the State Capitol.

Federal employees set to miss first full paychecks
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24 days into the government shutdown, Americans are facing real consequences. Federal employees are set to miss their first full paychecks and SNAP benefits could end in a week. FOX's Connor Hansen has more from New York.

Former quarterback AJ McCarron announces run for Alabama lieutenant governor

The former Alabama Crimson Tide and NFL quarterback announced his candidacy in a video post referring to himself as a “political outsider."

PHOTOS: Trump's Ballroom renderings show structure nearly twice the size of the White House

The White House East Wing has been demolished as President Donald Trump moves ahead with plans to build a ballroom that, according to renderings, will be nearly twice the size of the White House itself.