How to view the annular solar eclipse safely

For the first time in 11 years, an annular solar eclipse will be visible from North America, including Central Texas, Saturday, Oct. 14. An optometrist tells us how to safely observe this phenomenon.

Bastrop Co. woman hopes granddaughter will come home after running away

A Bastrop County woman is hoping her granddaughter, 16-year-old Nevaeh Cortez, will come home after running away at the end of September.

Police asking for help identifying shooter in northeast Austin

The Austin Police Department (APD) is asking for help identifying two suspects in connection to a shooting in Northeast Austin.

Austin's Siete Foods surprises Latina business owners with cash awards

This week, the owners of La Cocina de Consuelo and Comadre Panaderia, two Latina-owned restaurants in Austin, got a surprise from Siete Foods: $15,000 and $10,000 grants to bring comfort and nourishment to their customers.

Crash in East Austin leaves 1 person dead

Austin-Travis County EMS says the crash happened at the intersection of Oak Springs and Airport at around 6:24 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 12.

Attacks in Israel: Family of Austin Israeli-American couple killed

An Austin Israeli-American couple says they are living a nightmare after Hamas militants killed two of their family members during the attacks in Israel on Saturday.

Austin airport expansion, renovations addressed during advisory meeting

An airport advisory meeting addressed the current state of the airport expansion and renovations at Austin Bergstrom International Airport.

CapMetro proposes changes to routes in Austin

CapMetro staff presented a new service plan to the board of directors. Three major routes, which were suspended during the pandemic, will not resume.

Accused murderer Kaitlin Armstrong faces new felony charge for brief escape

The woman accused of murdering professional cyclist Moriah "Mo" Wilson in Austin over an alleged love-triangle tried to run away from authorities while she was in custody.

Southeast Austin residents concerned about cluster of nearby rock crushing plants

After learning that several rock crushing plants surround a Southeast Austin neighborhood, residents are concerned about potential health issues, and they are pushing back. 7 On Your Side reporter Carissa Lehmkuhl has the story.

Could war in Israel raise gas prices?

Relief for drivers is now in jeopardy following a surprise weekend attack on Israel by Hamas.

Israel and Hamas war: Austin man worries about family

A Central Texas man says he is concerned about his family in Israel as the Hamas terrorists continue attacking his home country.

Missing Israeli family of Texas man being held hostage by Hamas

A Central Texas resident found out his missing family members were among the 150+ Israeli citizens being held hostage by Hamas through a TikTok video.

School choice bill clears Texas Senate Committee

The school choice bill moved to the Senate with 10 votes and is expected to clear the Senate later on another partisan vote. A much tougher debate is waiting on the House side.

Austin weather: Highs in the 70s with a chance of rain Tuesday

Keep your umbrella handy. You might need it later when spotty rain moves into our area. Zack Shields has details.