Austin man explains why and how he hired a hitman to kill his parents
In an exclusive interview, Nicolas Shaughnessy sat down with CrimeWatch reporter Meredith Aldis to explain why and how the murder-for-hire plot happened.
In an exclusive interview, Nicolas Shaughnessy sat down with CrimeWatch reporter Meredith Aldis to explain why and how the murder-for-hire plot happened.
Taco Cabana's Halloween coupon booklets return, benefit Texas children's hospitals
All proceeds from the Taco Treats for a Cause booklet sales will be donated to five Texas children's hospitals.
All proceeds from the Taco Treats for a Cause booklet sales will be donated to five Texas children's hospitals.
Hail damage: What you need to know to file an insurance claim
Parts of Central Texas were pelted with hail Sunday night, leaving many with damaged homes and cars. In this "7 on Your Side", Carissa Lehmkuhl breaks down what you need to know about filing insurance claims.
Parts of Central Texas were pelted with hail Sunday night, leaving many with damaged homes and cars. In this "7 on Your Side", Carissa Lehmkuhl breaks down what you need to know about filing insurance claims.
9-1-1 call prompts search for potentially missing paddle boarders on Lady Bird Lake
A woman called 9-1-1 Sunday night and said she couldn't find her boyfriend, but when emergency crews responded, they couldn't find her, says Austin police.
A woman called 9-1-1 Sunday night and said she couldn't find her boyfriend, but when emergency crews responded, they couldn't find her, says Austin police.
Austin nonprofit helps female inmates find courage to tell their stories
Every week, Truth Be Told volunteers drive up to two hours each way to bring a group of inmates together for a couple of hours, giving them a sense of reprieve from the concrete walls that bind them.
Every week, Truth Be Told volunteers drive up to two hours each way to bring a group of inmates together for a couple of hours, giving them a sense of reprieve from the concrete walls that bind them.
2023 Austin City Limits Music Festival: Know before you go
The City of Austin is getting ready to host music fans from all over and is offering tips and guidance to ensure a safe and fun experience at the 2023 Austin City Limits Music Festival.
The City of Austin is getting ready to host music fans from all over and is offering tips and guidance to ensure a safe and fun experience at the 2023 Austin City Limits Music Festival.
Austin City Council member Harper-Madison to take medical leave for 60 days
Council member Natasha Harper-Madison shared she will be seeking focused care for her depression and anxiety.
Council member Natasha Harper-Madison shared she will be seeking focused care for her depression and anxiety.
Austin police searching for man who fired gun on Barton Creek Greenbelt trail
Multiple people told Austin police a man had fired shots in the direction of at least one person on the trail Saturday.
Multiple people told Austin police a man had fired shots in the direction of at least one person on the trail Saturday.
Austin weather: Second round of storms possible Monday
Hail as big as baseballs hit Central Texas Sunday night, and part of our area remains under a marginal risk of severe weather again Monday. Zack Shields has details.
Hail as big as baseballs hit Central Texas Sunday night, and part of our area remains under a marginal risk of severe weather again Monday. Zack Shields has details.
Ground stop lifted for arriving flights at Austin airport
The FAA has lifted a ground stop for all arriving flights at Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
The FAA has lifted a ground stop for all arriving flights at Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
PHOTOS: Large, damaging hail hits Central Texas
Viewers from across Central Texas sent in photos of hail as large as baseballs and softballs. Here's a look at the damaging hail from Sunday's storm.
Viewers from across Central Texas sent in photos of hail as large as baseballs and softballs. Here's a look at the damaging hail from Sunday's storm.
Thousands remain without power after Sunday's severe storms
Thousands of people remain without power Monday, after strong winds and damaging hail moved through Central Texas.
Thousands of people remain without power Monday, after strong winds and damaging hail moved through Central Texas.
1 dead after motorcycle crash in southeast Austin; expect continued road closures: ATCEMS
One person is dead after a motorcycle crash on South Pleasant Valley Road in southeast Austin. Officials say to expect continued traffic delays in that area.
One person is dead after a motorcycle crash on South Pleasant Valley Road in southeast Austin. Officials say to expect continued traffic delays in that area.
Fire in abandoned building spreads to grass in NW Austin
The fire is currently contained, says the Austin Fire Department.
The fire is currently contained, says the Austin Fire Department.
Austin ISD to hold special meeting on TEA oversight of special education
The Austin ISD school board decided the district needs more time before they vote on the TEA's proposed order to provide more oversight of special education.
The Austin ISD school board decided the district needs more time before they vote on the TEA's proposed order to provide more oversight of special education.
Austin leaders meet with community to keep public support going for Project Connect
The Austin Transit Partnership is trying to move ahead with public support. A group gathered at Plaza Saltillo to hear from community leaders about what the future of Austin transit might look like.
The Austin Transit Partnership is trying to move ahead with public support. A group gathered at Plaza Saltillo to hear from community leaders about what the future of Austin transit might look like.
Texas high school football: Central Texas week 5 rankings
High school football is back for another season in Central Texas and FOX 7 Austin has the rankings following the fifth week of play.
High school football is back for another season in Central Texas and FOX 7 Austin has the rankings following the fifth week of play.
Austin dancer offers free dance class for Hispanic Heritage Month
Ivana Castañeda is a dancer from Colombia who moved to Austin a decade ago and wanted to offer dance classes featuring Latin styles. Now she is giving back to the community with a free dance class.
Ivana Castañeda is a dancer from Colombia who moved to Austin a decade ago and wanted to offer dance classes featuring Latin styles. Now she is giving back to the community with a free dance class.
Texas Science and Natural History Museum at UT opens after renovations
After a year-and-a-half of renovations, the Texas Science and Natural History Museum on UT campus is opening its doors and welcoming in a new chapter.
After a year-and-a-half of renovations, the Texas Science and Natural History Museum on UT campus is opening its doors and welcoming in a new chapter.
Oklahoma judge arrested in Austin for road rage
Police say a judge from Oklahoma damaged five parked cars, and intentionally rear-ended another vehicle in East Austin earlier this month.
Police say a judge from Oklahoma damaged five parked cars, and intentionally rear-ended another vehicle in East Austin earlier this month.