Christopher Taylor trial: No verdict Thursday; jury to continue deliberations Monday
After 16 hours of deliberation, there is still no verdict in the murder trial of Austin police officer Christopher Taylor. Jury deliberations will resume Monday after the holiday weekend.
After 16 hours of deliberation, there is still no verdict in the murder trial of Austin police officer Christopher Taylor. Jury deliberations will resume Monday after the holiday weekend.
Goats back to tackle vegetation on Butler Hike and Bike Trail
PHOTOS: The goats are back on the Butler Hike and Bike Trail, munching along and cleaning up poison ivy and other invasive plant species.
PHOTOS: The goats are back on the Butler Hike and Bike Trail, munching along and cleaning up poison ivy and other invasive plant species.
Austin City Council approves purchase of former Salvation Army downtown shelter
The purchase includes the shelter at 501 E. 8th Street, a retail storefront property at 718 Red River Street and a surface parking lot at 700 Red River Street.
The purchase includes the shelter at 501 E. 8th Street, a retail storefront property at 718 Red River Street and a surface parking lot at 700 Red River Street.
Austin first Texas city to advance 100% property tax exemption for eligible child care providers
The Austin City Council approved a resolution from Council Member Alison Alter (District 10) ensuring the 100% percent abatement just two days after Proposition 2 passed by 64.78%.
The Austin City Council approved a resolution from Council Member Alison Alter (District 10) ensuring the 100% percent abatement just two days after Proposition 2 passed by 64.78%.
Electric bike battery sparks house fire in Central Austin
The fire caused an estimated $10,000 in structural damage and $10,000 in damage to the home's contents, says the Austin Fire Department.
The fire caused an estimated $10,000 in structural damage and $10,000 in damage to the home's contents, says the Austin Fire Department.
Husband of Austin HS orchestra director dies after October fuel tank fire
Sam Herrera was injured in an accidental flash fire in October at the Austin High School orchestra's Monster Concert, a community event and fundraiser.
Sam Herrera was injured in an accidental flash fire in October at the Austin High School orchestra's Monster Concert, a community event and fundraiser.
White powder sent to Texas AG's office; FBI investigating
Three people were transported to Dell Seton Medical Center as a precaution after an envelope containing white powder was sent to the Texas Attorney General's Office, FOX 7 has learned.
Three people were transported to Dell Seton Medical Center as a precaution after an envelope containing white powder was sent to the Texas Attorney General's Office, FOX 7 has learned.
Austin weather: Cold front arrives Thursday bringing cooler temperatures, rain
Grab your jacket and umbrella. A cold front is heading our way, along with some rain. Zack Shields has details on the timing of our weather changes in his full forecast.
Grab your jacket and umbrella. A cold front is heading our way, along with some rain. Zack Shields has details on the timing of our weather changes in his full forecast.
Rollover crash on southbound MoPac leaves 1 critically injured
All southbound lanes of MoPac are closed at Research Blvd. after a rollover crash
All southbound lanes of MoPac are closed at Research Blvd. after a rollover crash
Austin taxpayers file lawsuit against City, ATP due to changes to Project Connect
A legal battle has ensued over recent changes made to the 2020 voter approved Project Connect. Some tax payers accuse city leaders of violating the multi-billion-dollar contract that was agreed upon with Austin residents.
A legal battle has ensued over recent changes made to the 2020 voter approved Project Connect. Some tax payers accuse city leaders of violating the multi-billion-dollar contract that was agreed upon with Austin residents.
Lake Travis HS football player with severe allergy exposed to peanuts by teammates
Two varsity football players are accused of knowingly putting a teammate's health in danger by coating his belongings in peanut products.
Two varsity football players are accused of knowingly putting a teammate's health in danger by coating his belongings in peanut products.
Annual Austin Kidney Walk returns to northeast Austin
The annual Austin Kidney Walk takes place Sunday, Nov. 12. FOX 7's Rebecca Thomas spoke with the executive director of the National Kidney Foundation serving Texas about the programs they offer to parents and families.
The annual Austin Kidney Walk takes place Sunday, Nov. 12. FOX 7's Rebecca Thomas spoke with the executive director of the National Kidney Foundation serving Texas about the programs they offer to parents and families.
Christopher Taylor trial: Jury will deliberate for second day
After a nearly two-week long murder trial, Austin police officer Christopher Taylor's fate is in the hands of the jury. If found guilty, he could face life in prison for killing Michael Ramos during a 2020 police encounter.
After a nearly two-week long murder trial, Austin police officer Christopher Taylor's fate is in the hands of the jury. If found guilty, he could face life in prison for killing Michael Ramos during a 2020 police encounter.
Kaitlin Armstrong trial: Defense asks judge to call a mistrial in day 5
The lead detective in the Moriah Wilson murder case was back on the stand for Day 5 of the trial. The defense was trying to undermine his experience and poke holes in his investigative process.
The lead detective in the Moriah Wilson murder case was back on the stand for Day 5 of the trial. The defense was trying to undermine his experience and poke holes in his investigative process.
Ken Paxton's legal issues ramping up as whistleblower civil lawsuit is ongoing
There are new courtroom developments involving Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Federal authorities announced new charges against Nate Paul.
There are new courtroom developments involving Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Federal authorities announced new charges against Nate Paul.
APD still looking for leads in unsolved East Austin murder
Austin police and the family of 18-year-old Davante Reece are searching for leads in his unsolved murder. Reece was shot and killed in East Austin in May.
Austin police and the family of 18-year-old Davante Reece are searching for leads in his unsolved murder. Reece was shot and killed in East Austin in May.
2 deadly incidents at Austin-Bergstrom prompt city review of safety programs
After two deadly incidents at the airport this year, interim city manager Jesus Garza has announced a review of the Austin Department of Aviation's safety programs.
After two deadly incidents at the airport this year, interim city manager Jesus Garza has announced a review of the Austin Department of Aviation's safety programs.
Austin weather: Warm Wednesday; temperatures tumble Thursday, Friday
You'll need a jacket and an umbrella before this week is done. Zack Shields has more on the timing of the cold front and when we could see some rain.
You'll need a jacket and an umbrella before this week is done. Zack Shields has more on the timing of the cold front and when we could see some rain.
Businessman linked to Ken Paxton impeachment faces new wire fraud charges
Nate Paul, the Austin real estate developer at the center of Ken Paxton's impeachment trial, faces new federal charges.
Nate Paul, the Austin real estate developer at the center of Ken Paxton's impeachment trial, faces new federal charges.
Austin High Orchestra holds benefit concert after accidental flash fire
Three weeks ago, an accidental flash fire injured three people in Austin High School's orchestra community. On Tuesday, they held a special concert to support those who were affected.
Three weeks ago, an accidental flash fire injured three people in Austin High School's orchestra community. On Tuesday, they held a special concert to support those who were affected.