Southeast Austin residents concerned about cluster of nearby rock crushing plants

After learning that several rock crushing plants surround a Southeast Austin neighborhood, residents are concerned about potential health issues, and they are pushing back. 7 On Your Side reporter Carissa Lehmkuhl has the story.

City distributing Project Connect funds for anti-displacement efforts

The City of Austin has started distributing funding allocated for helping prevent the displacement of renters and homeowners due to Project Connect.

Austin City Limits: What to know before purchasing tickets

The Austin City Limits Music Festival draws hundreds of thousands to Austin every year. Tickets from the official vendor sell out fast, and many turn to a third-party source.

Hail damage: What you need to know to file an insurance claim

Parts of Central Texas were pelted with hail Sunday night, leaving many with damaged homes and cars. In this "7 on Your Side", Carissa Lehmkuhl breaks down what you need to know about filing insurance claims.

What to know as student loan payments start up again

Federal student loan payments are set to resume Oct. 1 after being paused since 2020. In this "7 On Your Side", FOX 7 Austin's Carissa Lehmkuhl shares ways to avoid fraud while sorting out your loans.

Officials: Take proper precautions around old cisterns, wells

A deadly incident that happened in Bastrop County highlights the importance of taking proper precautions when it comes to old cisterns and wells. FOX 7 Austin's Carissa Lehmkuhl has the latest.

Teens falling for online scams at higher rate than seniors: study

The study shows that over the last five years, money lost by young adults, 20 years old and younger, grew nearly 2,500% from 2017-22 compared to 805% for seniors.

Residents living below W. William Cannon bridge frustrated over ongoing stabilization project

Crews are currently working on stabilizing the W. William Cannon Bridge, but direct neighbors are pretty fed up with the cement grout and dust blowing into yards. FOX 7 Austin's Carissa Lehmkuhl has more in this 7 on Your Side.

Texas consumers can vet companies ahead of time through TDLR resources

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation holds companies across 38 industries accountable, and there are ways the public can utilize the information that’s available.