Family attorney of Texas off-duty officer killed by drunk driver speaks on suspect's sentence

A Travis County jury sentenced a woman to 18 years in prison for killing a police officer while driving intoxicated. Lindsay Smith pleaded guilty earlier this week to killing Jeffrey Richardson.

Woman sentenced for killing off-duty officer while intoxicated

A Travis County jury sentenced a woman to 18 years in prison for killing an off-duty police officer while driving intoxicated.

Texan frustrated with Medicare Savings Program application process

Some people rely on Medicare savings programs to pay for all, or some, of their out-of-pocket Medicare expenses, such as premiums, deductibles or coinsurance. Those programs are managed by the state, using Medicaid funds, but one Central Texan describes a cumbersome and lengthy system of renewal.

Man breaks into North Austin homes with knife: APD

The Austin Police Department (APD) is looking for a man in connection to a series of burglaries.

Common A/C issues during the summer and how to prevent them

With the temperatures heating up, FOX 7 Austin checks in with a professional about how to keep your air conditioner up and running this summer.

Waterloo Swimming team makes it back to Austin after travel nightmare

The Waterloo Swimming team is glad to be back in Austin after dealing with a travel nightmare and being stranded in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Sony buys Alamo Drafthouse: Austin moviegoers react to acquisition

The Alamo Drafthouse has a new owner. On Wednesday, the Austin-based movie theater chain announced it is being bought by Sony Pictures. Austin moviegoers reacted to the announcement.

Judge dismisses Paxton lawsuit to reverse Austin marijuana decriminalization ordinance

A City of Austin ordinance decriminalizing low-level marijuana possession will remain in effect. On Wednesday, a judge killed a lawsuit brought by the Texas Attorney General trying to reverse the move.

Zilker Eagle reopens in Zilker Park for first time in five years

At long last, the Zilker Eagle is back on track. The miniature train is once again offering rides in Zilker Park for the first time in almost five years.

Suspect arrested in north Austin stabbing incident: APD

The arrest affidavit reveals new details in the north Austin stabbing incident that left five people hurt.

Downtown Austin Alliance launches new creative endeavor

A new program launched on Wednesday is meant to beautify Downtown Austin and provide more opportunities for artists and entrepreneurs.

Texas shooting spree: New details released in murder of suspect's parents

New details have been released in the murder of accused spree killer Shane James' parents, including that James suffered from schizophrenia after his discharge from the Army.

Missing man last seen in south Austin: APD

Austin police are searching for 58-year-old Jon Stamm, who was last seen at his home in south Austin on Monday morning.

Austin weather: Flooding possible for parts of Central Texas

We have already seen multiple Flash Flood Warnings and it is possible that more isolated storms may produce heavy rainfall.