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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Scammers offering fake internships to ACC students
Austin Community College is warning its students about a recent scam involving fake paid internships.
Austin Community College is warning its students about a recent scam involving fake paid internships.
Need help moving? Watch out for fraudulent companies
With summer being the busiest season for moving, consumers should be aware of ways fraudulent companies may take advantage. According to HireAHelper, there are three top moving scams to look out for.
With summer being the busiest season for moving, consumers should be aware of ways fraudulent companies may take advantage. According to HireAHelper, there are three top moving scams to look out for.
Vehicle towing: Knowing your rights in Texas
In this 7 On Your Side, FOX 7 Austin's Carissa Lehmkuhl looks at the regulations for vehicle towing in Texas, as well as data on towing company complaints.
In this 7 On Your Side, FOX 7 Austin's Carissa Lehmkuhl looks at the regulations for vehicle towing in Texas, as well as data on towing company complaints.
BBB releases report on most common, costly scams
$4 million has already been lost by Texans in just the first half of 2023. That amount is more than consumers lost in an entire year from 2018-2022.
$4 million has already been lost by Texans in just the first half of 2023. That amount is more than consumers lost in an entire year from 2018-2022.
Former Smithville mayor sentenced after pleading guilty to sexual assault charges
In May 2021, Scott Saunders, Jr. was arrested on three charges out of Bastrop County two counts of sexual assault of a child and one count of indecency with a child.
In May 2021, Scott Saunders, Jr. was arrested on three charges out of Bastrop County two counts of sexual assault of a child and one count of indecency with a child.
Kia thefts: Texans raise awareness after having vehicles stolen recently
Thefts of Kias and Hyundais have spiked ever since a TikTok trend emerged in 2021 showing how to start one of these cars with something as simple as a USB cord.
Thefts of Kias and Hyundais have spiked ever since a TikTok trend emerged in 2021 showing how to start one of these cars with something as simple as a USB cord.