Triple homicide suspect at center of child sexual abuse investigation
In November 2020, Stephen Broderick was indicted on 12 counts of physical and sexual abuse. The document states the abuse began in March 2020.
Early voting begins: 8 propositions, including camping ban on ballot
Early voting began on Monday, and as expected no long lines, but this election is an important one where people are voting on a large spectrum of issues.
Science in Sweatpants: Exploring the Bernoulli Principle
Science in Sweatpants: Follow along with FOX 7 Austin Meteorologist Chelsea Andrews as she demonstrates the Bernoulli Principle using everyday items.
NASCAR drivers promoting upcoming Cup Series race in Austin
This is the second group of NASCAR drivers to take a spin around COTA this year. A group tested tires in early March.
VIDEO: NW Austin shooting suspect charged with capital murder, held without bail
The Travis County District Attorney Jose Garza says 41-year-old Stephen Broderick has been charged with capital murder and is being held without bond in the Travis County Jail.
3 dead after shooting in Northwest Austin, suspect in custody
A manhunt has ended after a suspect was taken into custody early this morning.
Elgin ISD identifies current, former students as NW Austin shooting victims
Elgin Independent School District says a former Elgin ISD student and a current Elgin High School senior were two of the victims in the April 18 deadly shooting in Northwest Austin.
Crowds gather to watch Austin FC play inaugural match against LAFC
The game was in California, but that didn't stop soccer fans in the area from getting together and cheering on their team.
Austin woman marks one year on journey to become pitmaster
Eliana Gutierrez was made pitmaster’s apprentice to Miguel Vidal at Valentina’s Tex Mex Barbeque on her 20th birthday in April 2020.
Austin hasn’t seen this homicide rate since 90's, says interim chief
Interim Austin police chief Joseph Chacon said from 2015-2020, Austin saw a 124 percent increase in gun crime.
7 arrested in joint agency operation targeting human trafficking
A joint operation between state and local law enforcement agencies targeting the sexual exploitation of minors has resulted in 7 arrests.
Missing 19-year-old from Oklahoma may have been last seen in Austin
19-year-old Sierra Hunter of Anadarko, Oklahoma, may have last been seen in Austin, Texas on April 8, 2021.
Austin Police Department launches program targeting gun crime
In an effort to combat a rise in violent crime, the Austin Police Department (APD) has launched a Violence Intervention Program aimed at preventing gun crime.
Grand jury to consider criminal charges in death of Garrett Foster
Foster was fatally shot while participating in a protest in Austin in July 2020. The grand jury will consider if criminal charges will be filed.
APD: 18-year-old killed in front of children, pregnant woman
The Austin Police Department has identified the 18-year-old who was killed in a fatal shooting in North Austin earlier this week as Kedarius Griffin.
APH pauses use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine
APH has notified local health care providers that it is following the federal recommendation to pause use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.
Activists continue fight to stop controversial Texas voting bill
Local activists continue efforts to try and stop a controversial voting bill that's making its way through the Texas Legislature.
Texas could use psychedelic to treat PTSD in veterans
House Bill 1802 calls on the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to conduct a clinical study on psilocybin’s impact on veterans with PTSD.
Texas House gives initial approval to 'constitutional carry,' would allow gun carrying without permit
The Texas House on Thursday gave an initial OK to a bill that would allow handguns to be carried without a permit, marking a win for gun rights activists who have for years pushed the measure at the Legislature but a blow to El Paso Democrats who have been fighting for gun safety measures since the 2019 massacre in their hometown.
Austin Strategic Mobility Plan makes progress after 2 years
The Austin Strategic Mobility Plan guides Austin's transportation planning and implementation over the next 20 years.