NASCAR at COTA: Saturday sees practice rounds for cup race

NASCAR fanatics are getting pumped for the big race. Whether you're watching it at the Circuit of the Americas, or from home, FOX has you covered. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera has a behind-the-scenes look.

Things to do in Austin this weekend: March 23-24

Spring is here and with it comes NASCAR, ballet, a brewery festival and more. Here's your FOX 7 Weekend round up.

Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center looks to expand, but falls short of funding

The Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center is located right in the heart of a neighborhood in South Austin. Throughout the years, it's found itself at the center of the debate about how to address the homeless crisis in that area.

Honor Flight Austin takes 48 veterans to D.C.

Honor Flight Austin hosted 48 Vietnam War and Cold War veterans for a trip to Washington D.C.

Section of SH 71 named for fallen DPS trooper

A DPS trooper who was shot and killed in the line of duty was honored with a dedication ceremony 33 years after his death.

3 men arrested in connection to armed robbery in North Austin

Three men were arrested in connection to a home-invasion robbery in north Austin back in October 2023, the Austin Police Department said.

Police look for suspect involved in East Austin Dollar General robbery

The Austin Police Department is asking the public for help identifying a suspect involved in a robbery that happened at a Dollar General in East Austin.

Woman armed with handgun robs South Austin Dollar General

The Austin Police Department is asking the public for help in identifying a woman who robbed a Dollar General in South Austin.

Austin weather: Sunny, breezy day after foggy start

Central Texas starts the day under a Dense Fog Advisory until 9 a.m. with the visibility dropping below a mile.

Austin homeless outreach pilot program is personal and proactive: DAA

A non-police-based response to non-emergency needs is part of the goal of a new homeless response pilot program in Austin. It seeks to build relationships, and provide more long-term solutions.

SWAT situation in South Austin ends with suspect in custody

The APD SWAT team responded after a report of a man with an assault rifle pointing his weapon at a neighbor.

Austin weather: Spotty severe storms possible Thursday

Keep your umbrella handy and give yourself extra time on the roads. We're looking at two rounds of rain today, and one could contain isolated severe thunderstorms. Zack Shields has details on the timing in his full forecast.

Lake Travis ISD considers banning 2 books from school library

Lake Travis ISD is considering banning two books at its high school library. The books in question are "Me and Earl and the Dying Girl" and "The Haters" both written by Jesse Andrews.

Solar eclipse 2024: TxDOT prepares for high traffic during celestial event

April's total solar eclipse is expected to bring masses to the Austin area. TxDOT says they are preparing for high traffic leading up to, during and after the event.

Austin Animal Center launches Finder to Foster program as shelter hits 'crisis point'

The Austin Animal Shelter has launched a new program they hope will help shelter capacity. This follows an ordinance change approved by the City Council last month.

New Living Streets site opens in north Austin

A new Living Street was officially opened in north Austin, providing residents a place to gather and play by limiting motor vehicle traffic in the area.

UT employees rally for across-the-board pay raise

UT employees rallied on campus on Wednesday asking for an across-the-board pay raise, saying many UT employees currently take home far less than Austin's livable wage.