Internet crimes, ransomware incidents on the rise: FBI
The FBI said internet crime is on the rise and reported ransomware incidents are up 18 percent from 2022 to 2023.
Downtown Austin business hires private investigator after several burglaries
A local business has hired a private investigator after several burglaries. Lance Armstrong’s bike shop in downtown Austin has been hit seven times in 10 months and a couple of suspected burglars are still on the loose.
Dallas in-custody death: Austin family sues several officers
An Austin family is suing several UT Southwestern police officers for the in-custody death of their loved one.
Texas woman credits program for her sobriety after fentanyl overdose
In April 2023, a Hays County woman survived a fentanyl overdose. She was in the throes of an addiction that nearly killed her. Today, she credits a program called Neighborhood Defender Service for her sobriety.
Homeless man who terrorized south Austin neighborhood escapes custody
A homeless man known for terrorizing a South Austin neighborhood is back on the streets after escaping custody.
Couple arrested say APD officers used excessive force around children
New video reveals the moments several people were arrested by Austin police after a man was seen on video waving a gun at a driver during a road rage incident. A couple who was arrested spoke with FOX 7 and said the police used excessive force around their children.
Tesla video helps APD arrest man who waved gun at driver during road rage incident
Austin police said video captured by a Tesla led to the arrest of a man who waved a gun at a man during a road rage incident in downtown Austin.
Family of man killed near Barton Springs Pool calls for answers two years later
It's almost been two years since Camnik Campbell was shot and killed near Barton Springs Pool and his family is still calling for answers.
Father of 6 killed in South Austin after cartel order; 2 men sentenced
Two men have been sentenced for the murder of a father of six who was apparently killed by the cartel. The victim's family had to relive his death while his killers were on trial.
Wife of Kingsland man shot, killed by Llano Co. deputies files lawsuit
The wife of a man who was shot and killed by Llano County deputies has filed a lawsuit against the city, the department, the deputies who shot their guns, and the now retired sheriff.
9-year-old secretly filmed by flight attendant while using restroom on airplane
A man accused of filming a 9-year-old who was using the restroom on an airplane is now in federal custody. FOX 7 CrimeWatch reporter Meredith Aldis has the story.
Cargo thefts on the rise in Texas, analysts say
Texas is one of the regional hotspots for cargo theft with a 22 percent uptick from this time last year. FOX 7 Austin's Meredith Aldis has the details.
Texas parents file lawsuit against state after being accused of child abuse
Texas parents have filed a federal lawsuit after they were accused of abusing their son and the state took their children. Crime Watch reporter Meredith Aldis has the details.
Austin mother, her 2 girls shot at 28 times; shooter gets plea deal
A mother and her two little girls were shot at 28 times in 2021. The shooter received a plea deal that the family does not agree with. Crime Watch reporter Meredith Aldis has the details.
8-year-old, her mother recovering after truck hits them in Northeast Austin
An eight-year-old girl and her mother are recovering after being hit by a truck in Northeast Austin last month. The driver ran off but was caught and is now in jail.
Murder suspects in Lee County arrested; 1 still at large
Two men have been arrested and one is still at large after a March murder at a Lee County home.
No arrests in 10-year-old murder of Chinese language teacher
A man is fighting for justice for his mother 10 years after her death. Crime Watch reporter Meredith Aldis has the details.
Homeless man who terrorized south Austin neighborhood for months gets help
A homeless man who has terrorized a neighborhood in South Austin for years is finally getting help. Meredith Aldis has the details.
13-year-old arrested for murder of man in North Austin: APD
A 13-year-old boy was arrested for murdering a 21-year-old man in January, the Austin Police Department said.
Mounted horse patrol coming to Texas State
Texas State will soon be the first university in the state with a mounted horse patrol. The newest members of the force have been training, and will be sworn in at the end of this month.