New sections of the Hwy 183 rebuild are taking shape

Highway 183 through northwest Austin is undergoing a massive rebuild. The two separate projects are both running a little behind schedule. But, one small section is open, and it's providing a new lane addition for commuters.

Austin security guard who quit after being blamed for attack starts new job

An Austin security guard who quit his job during a FOX 7 interview, started a new one on Monday, July 1, exactly one week after two trespassers attacked him at work.

Austin police searching for man who has been missing since June 3

The Austin Police Department is asking for the public's help finding 33-year-old Austin Harrison. He's been missing since June 3.

Former Austin city official sentenced for federal conspiracy

A former Austin city official was sentenced and ordered to pay restitution for conspiring to misapply federal funds and to falsify records in an investigation.

Rainey Street District safety improvements along trail almost complete

Safety upgrades near the Rainey Street Trailhead for the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail are on track to be completed by the end of the summer.

Pitbull concert at UT Austin leaves 3 injured during SEC celebration

A big celebration at UT ended with several people going to the hospital. Police said there was a crowd crush during the Pitbull concert.

July 4th celebrations in Central Texas: List

Happy Fourth of July, Central Texas! Several cities are offering free activities with a fireworks show at night.

Legendary Austin R&B musician Lavelle White turns 95

Legendary Austin-based R&B musician Lavelle White celebrated her 95th birthday with a song in her heart and a mic in her hand.

Missing Austin man located and found safe: APD

Austin police say a man who was last seen in the Rainey Street area, but his phone was found about a half mile away hours later, has been found safe.

ATCEMS responds to emergencies on Austin trails; 2 dead, 1 hospitalized

ATCEMS responded to a series of emergencies on local trails over the last 24 hours. Two people died and one person was hospitalized.

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.

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.