New documentary on Alex Jones premieres at SXSW 2024
A new documentary on the trial of Austin-based conspiracy theorist Alex Jones has premiered at SXSW. John Krinjak sits down with the film's director Dan Reed in this FOX 7 Focus.
A new documentary on the trial of Austin-based conspiracy theorist Alex Jones has premiered at SXSW. John Krinjak sits down with the film's director Dan Reed in this FOX 7 Focus.
Austin gets $105M grant for I-35 freeway cap at Cesar Chavez
The city of Austin has received approval for a $105 million federal grant for its Our Future 35 project, which would involve freeway caps and stitches over portions of I-35 in Central Austin.
The city of Austin has received approval for a $105 million federal grant for its Our Future 35 project, which would involve freeway caps and stitches over portions of I-35 in Central Austin.
New Fire 1 system aims to improve congestive heart failure treatment
Fire 1 is a new system that aims to improve treatment for patients with congestive heart failure. In this HealthBeat, Rebecca Thomas speaks with a doctor testing the tech and one of the first patients to try it out.
Fire 1 is a new system that aims to improve treatment for patients with congestive heart failure. In this HealthBeat, Rebecca Thomas speaks with a doctor testing the tech and one of the first patients to try it out.
Drop in Texas building permits indicates slowdown, shift
A new study shows that building permits in the Austin metro area dropped by double digits in 2023.
A new study shows that building permits in the Austin metro area dropped by double digits in 2023.
UT Austin to reinstate standardized test requirement for admissions
The University of Texas at Austin will once again require standardized testing scores starting in the Fall of 2025. The University is making several other modifications to the application process as well.
The University of Texas at Austin will once again require standardized testing scores starting in the Fall of 2025. The University is making several other modifications to the application process as well.
SXSW 2024: Thousands go to Rainey Street for pop-ups, events
Loud music, long lines and activities all happening on Rainey Street on Sunday afternoon for the third day of South by Southwest.
Loud music, long lines and activities all happening on Rainey Street on Sunday afternoon for the third day of South by Southwest.
Green algae blooms in Austin lakes and creeks; city warns to stay cautious
As we head into warmer months, the city of Austin is remind residents to be careful as toxic algae blooms once again.
As we head into warmer months, the city of Austin is remind residents to be careful as toxic algae blooms once again.
Hyundai installs anti-theft software at pop-up event
Austin police are cracking down on auto theft crimes by partnering with Hyundai at an anti-theft software clinic on Sunday.
Austin police are cracking down on auto theft crimes by partnering with Hyundai at an anti-theft software clinic on Sunday.
Finalist for Austin City Manager position withdraws from running
Kansas City city manager Brian Platt has withdrawn from the running for Austin's new city manager.
Kansas City city manager Brian Platt has withdrawn from the running for Austin's new city manager.
Deep Eddy Pool to reopen after maintenance repairs
Deep Eddy Pool, a popular Austin swimming spot, will reopen just in time for Spring Break following maintenance repairs.
Deep Eddy Pool, a popular Austin swimming spot, will reopen just in time for Spring Break following maintenance repairs.
Daylight saving time: Central Texas residents torn over pros, cons of time change
Springing forward an hour gives us extra daylight in the evenings, but some central Texas residents are not too fond of the upcoming time change.
Springing forward an hour gives us extra daylight in the evenings, but some central Texas residents are not too fond of the upcoming time change.
Border crisis: Protesters gather downtown to speak out against SB 4, Operation Lonestar
Protesters gathered downtown on Saturday to speak out against Operation Lonestar and SB 4, the Texas law that allows police to arrest people suspected of entering the country illegally.
Protesters gathered downtown on Saturday to speak out against Operation Lonestar and SB 4, the Texas law that allows police to arrest people suspected of entering the country illegally.
House fire near downtown extinguished: AFD
Austin fire crews are on the scene of a house fire in east Austin near downtown. AFD says crews are checking the structure for occupants.
Austin fire crews are on the scene of a house fire in east Austin near downtown. AFD says crews are checking the structure for occupants.
SXSW 2024: Thousands enjoy free events, pop-ups in downtown Austin
South by Southwest started on Friday, and there's no shortage of things to do in downtown Austin whether you have a badge or not.
South by Southwest started on Friday, and there's no shortage of things to do in downtown Austin whether you have a badge or not.
SXSW 2024: Technology and national security intersect
At the Capital Factory, Edwin Sanchez prepared to showcase his drone software company on the first day of South by Southwest 2024.
At the Capital Factory, Edwin Sanchez prepared to showcase his drone software company on the first day of South by Southwest 2024.
3 arrested in connection to victim being beaten, shot: TCSO
Three people were arrested in connection to an organized crime ring, according to the Travis County Sheriff's Office.
Three people were arrested in connection to an organized crime ring, according to the Travis County Sheriff's Office.
Uvalde school shooting: Families outraged by findings from independent investigation
The families of the victims from the Robb Elementary School shooting are outraged by the new findings from an independent investigator.
The families of the victims from the Robb Elementary School shooting are outraged by the new findings from an independent investigator.
UT Austin student has been missing since 1976
Brian Vargo was last seen on March 9, 1976. Almost 50 years later, his niece is still searching for him.
Brian Vargo was last seen on March 9, 1976. Almost 50 years later, his niece is still searching for him.
Naked man breaks into home, assaults resident in south Austin: APD
SWAT team members with Austin police responded to a barricaded subject in south Austin off of Ben White Boulevard.
SWAT team members with Austin police responded to a barricaded subject in south Austin off of Ben White Boulevard.
Austin weather: Rain ahead of weekend cold front
Grab your umbrella. There's rain on the way and some of us could see some severe storms. Zack Shields has details in his full forecast.
Grab your umbrella. There's rain on the way and some of us could see some severe storms. Zack Shields has details in his full forecast.