Officials offer safety tips for triple-digit heat this summer
It's officially summer here in Central Texas and we might see triple digits on the Fourth of July.
It's officially summer here in Central Texas and we might see triple digits on the Fourth of July.
Austin security guard who quit after being assaulted has new job
A security guard who lost his job during a FOX 7 Austin interview earlier this week has a new job. The security guard was assaulted by two men earlier this week.
A security guard who lost his job during a FOX 7 Austin interview earlier this week has a new job. The security guard was assaulted by two men earlier this week.
Texas Supreme Court upholds ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youths; organizations speak out
The Texas Supreme Court ruled Senate Bill 14 can remain law on Friday. It went into effect in September 2023, making it illegal to provide hormone therapies, puberty blockers, and transition surgery to anyone under 18.
The Texas Supreme Court ruled Senate Bill 14 can remain law on Friday. It went into effect in September 2023, making it illegal to provide hormone therapies, puberty blockers, and transition surgery to anyone under 18.
Austin weather: Second straight day of triple digit territory
We are sliding into the Dog Days of Summer already with little change expected day in and day out.
We are sliding into the Dog Days of Summer already with little change expected day in and day out.
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.
A homeless man known for terrorizing a South Austin neighborhood is back on the streets after escaping custody.
Case of missing Austin teen inspires Houston-area nonprofit
In this week's "Missing in Texas," we're taking a look at a nonprofit dedicated to helping families of missing loved ones, and how a case in Austin inspired a mother to start the organization.
In this week's "Missing in Texas," we're taking a look at a nonprofit dedicated to helping families of missing loved ones, and how a case in Austin inspired a mother to start the organization.
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.
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.
Austin security guard speaks out after being attacked on the job
A security guard is speaking out after he was attacked on the job by two guys he believes were trying to steal his car. He said he's disappointed in how police and his boss handled the situation.
A security guard is speaking out after he was attacked on the job by two guys he believes were trying to steal his car. He said he's disappointed in how police and his boss handled the situation.
Texas court denies request to reconsider governor’s pardon in BLM demonstrator’s killing
The decision at least temporarily blocked claims that Gov. Greg Abbott overstepped his pardon authority under the state constitution and undermined the appeals process in the politically charged case.
The decision at least temporarily blocked claims that Gov. Greg Abbott overstepped his pardon authority under the state constitution and undermined the appeals process in the politically charged case.
Austin weather: Possibility of triple digit heat today
Today is the day we could reach triple digits for the first time this year and we will be under a heat advisory this afternoon and evening. FOX 7 Austin meteorologist Zack Shields has more.
Today is the day we could reach triple digits for the first time this year and we will be under a heat advisory this afternoon and evening. FOX 7 Austin meteorologist Zack Shields has more.
Triple shooting in South Austin leaves 2 dead, 1 injured
A triple shooting overnight in South Austin has left two people dead and another injured, says the Austin Police Department.
A triple shooting overnight in South Austin has left two people dead and another injured, says the Austin Police Department.
Texans urged to remember fireworks safety as Fourth of July approaches
Fireworks sales have started for the Fourth of July holiday. Temperatures may be hot, but the recent wet weather pattern is making for a big sales year, and an increased risk for trouble.
Fireworks sales have started for the Fourth of July holiday. Temperatures may be hot, but the recent wet weather pattern is making for a big sales year, and an increased risk for trouble.
Criminal trespass charges against 79 UT Austin protesters dismissed: attorney
Travis County Attorney Delia Garza announced the criminal trespassing charges against nearly 80 pro-Palestine protesters on the UT Austin campus have been dismissed.
Travis County Attorney Delia Garza announced the criminal trespassing charges against nearly 80 pro-Palestine protesters on the UT Austin campus have been dismissed.
Austin weather: Heat advisory through tonight
We have a heat advisory for much of Central Texas through tonight and we're looking at 100 degree days soon. FOX 7 Austin meteorologist Zack Shields explains.
We have a heat advisory for much of Central Texas through tonight and we're looking at 100 degree days soon. FOX 7 Austin meteorologist Zack Shields explains.
Body found in roadway near Westlake High School: ATCEMS
A body was found in the middle of the road near Westlake High School, says ATCEMS.
A body was found in the middle of the road near Westlake High School, says ATCEMS.
Christopher Taylor case: Travis County grand jury declines to re-indict
Austin Police Department office Christopher Taylor was not re-indicted for the murder of Michael Ramos after a grand jury issued no true bills on any of the charges presented by the DA's office on Tuesday.
Austin Police Department office Christopher Taylor was not re-indicted for the murder of Michael Ramos after a grand jury issued no true bills on any of the charges presented by the DA's office on Tuesday.
South Austin mother still searching for teen son who left home nearly a month ago
A South Austin mother has been searching for her son, 17-year-old Hunter Clark, who ran away from home nearly a month ago.
A South Austin mother has been searching for her son, 17-year-old Hunter Clark, who ran away from home nearly a month ago.
Austin airport announces its busiest month ever serving more than 2M travelers
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport announced it had its busiest month ever in May 2024, serving more than two million travelers.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport announced it had its busiest month ever in May 2024, serving more than two million travelers.
Austin doctor urges men to prioritize health during Men's Health Month
June is men's health month, which is an opportunity to remind men to prioritize their health. Dr. LeRoy Jones, a urologist with St. David's South Austin Medical Center, joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss.
June is men's health month, which is an opportunity to remind men to prioritize their health. Dr. LeRoy Jones, a urologist with St. David's South Austin Medical Center, joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss.
AFD sees uptick in fires around Austin
The Austin Fire Department (AFD) has been responding to multiple fires across the city. In fact, a spokesperson said firefighters will usually be called out at least once every day.
The Austin Fire Department (AFD) has been responding to multiple fires across the city. In fact, a spokesperson said firefighters will usually be called out at least once every day.