Policing in Austin: APD/DPS partnership, Chacon retirement and more
In this FOX 7 Focus, Susana Almanza, director of the east Austin-based grassroots organization PODER, joins FOX 7's John Krinjak to discuss policing in Austin, the APD/DPS partnership, police chief Chacon's retirement, and more.
In this FOX 7 Focus, Susana Almanza, director of the east Austin-based grassroots organization PODER, joins FOX 7's John Krinjak to discuss policing in Austin, the APD/DPS partnership, police chief Chacon's retirement, and more.
US to play CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinal in Austin on Nov. 16
Quarterfinal winners will qualify for next year’s Copa América, South America’s championship.
Quarterfinal winners will qualify for next year’s Copa América, South America’s championship.
1 seriously injured in overnight crash on I-35
The adult was pinned in their vehicle and had to be extricated by first responders, says ATCEMS.
The adult was pinned in their vehicle and had to be extricated by first responders, says ATCEMS.
Texas high school football: Central Texas week 1 rankings
High school football is back for another season in Central Texas and FOX 7 Austin has the rankings following the first week of play.
High school football is back for another season in Central Texas and FOX 7 Austin has the rankings following the first week of play.
Overnight auto-ped crash kills 1, hospitalizes 3 in North Austin
Two of the hospitalized adults were declared trauma alerts with serious, potentially life-threatening injuries.
Two of the hospitalized adults were declared trauma alerts with serious, potentially life-threatening injuries.
City begins flood risk reduction project in north Austin neighborhood
Earlier this year, we reported on a neighborhood in north Austin that saw significant flooding after storms and heavy rain. This week, the city began phase one of an infrastructure project hoping to reduce the risk of future floods in that area.
Earlier this year, we reported on a neighborhood in north Austin that saw significant flooding after storms and heavy rain. This week, the city began phase one of an infrastructure project hoping to reduce the risk of future floods in that area.
Annual Bat Fest returns to downtown Austin
Thousands gathered downtown Saturday evening to celebrate the city's infamous colony of Mexican free-tailed bats that live beneath the Congress Avenue Bridge.
Thousands gathered downtown Saturday evening to celebrate the city's infamous colony of Mexican free-tailed bats that live beneath the Congress Avenue Bridge.
Scooter crash near UT campus leaves one with life-threatening injuries: ATCEMS
One person is in the hospital with critical life-threatening injuries after a scooter collided with a vehicle near UT campus Saturday afternoon, according to ATCEMS.
One person is in the hospital with critical life-threatening injuries after a scooter collided with a vehicle near UT campus Saturday afternoon, according to ATCEMS.
Council member Mackenzie Kelly speaks on Austin's public safety, fire prevention concerns
It's been a busy week for the Austin City Council. From a big announcement on personnel changes at the Austin Police Department, to major steps to address fire danger.
It's been a busy week for the Austin City Council. From a big announcement on personnel changes at the Austin Police Department, to major steps to address fire danger.
East Austin taqueria closes due to permit issue; restaurant asks for help
Nixta Taqueria has been closed for over a week due to a permit issue with the city and the owners are now asking the public for help.
Nixta Taqueria has been closed for over a week due to a permit issue with the city and the owners are now asking the public for help.
2 people seriously injured after falling from third floor of construction site: ATCEMS
ATCEMS said two people are seriously injured after falling from the third story of a construction site in South Austin.
ATCEMS said two people are seriously injured after falling from the third story of a construction site in South Austin.
Texas high school football: Central Texas week 1 highlights, scores
High school football is back for another season in Central Texas and FOX 7 Austin has all the action from week 1!
High school football is back for another season in Central Texas and FOX 7 Austin has all the action from week 1!
Camnik Campbell murder: No arrests or suspects 1 year after killing
The body of Camnik Campbell was found near Barton Springs Pool one year ago today. Police are still searching for suspects in the case.
The body of Camnik Campbell was found near Barton Springs Pool one year ago today. Police are still searching for suspects in the case.
ERCOT asks Texans to conserve power again Friday due to 'tight grid conditions'
For the second day in a row, ERCOT has issued a Conservation Appeal on August 25, from 3 – 9 p.m., because operating reserves are expected to be low for several hours.
For the second day in a row, ERCOT has issued a Conservation Appeal on August 25, from 3 – 9 p.m., because operating reserves are expected to be low for several hours.
Austin weather: Record-breaking heat possible along with scattered showers
Excessive heat and isolated pop-up showers are possible Friday. Zack Shields shows us what to expect in his full forecast.
Excessive heat and isolated pop-up showers are possible Friday. Zack Shields shows us what to expect in his full forecast.
Educator donates 27 dictionaries to Austin teacher's classroom
An Austin elementary school science teacher had 27 new dictionaries donated to his classroom.
An Austin elementary school science teacher had 27 new dictionaries donated to his classroom.
Police searching for three suspects involved in robbery near UT campus
APD is asking the public's help in their search for three suspects involved in a robbery by assault at a 7-Eleven store near UT campus.
APD is asking the public's help in their search for three suspects involved in a robbery by assault at a 7-Eleven store near UT campus.
'Stage 4 exceptional drought' for Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer held off for now
Officials with the Barton Springs Edwards Aquifer Conservation District anticipate declaring a Stage 4 exceptional drought, an unprecedented move expected to have wide impacts across the area.
Officials with the Barton Springs Edwards Aquifer Conservation District anticipate declaring a Stage 4 exceptional drought, an unprecedented move expected to have wide impacts across the area.
Attempted sexual assault suspect followed woman home from gas station: TCSO
TCSO is reminding women to be aware of their surroundings and not to hesitate to call 911 if they’re suspicious or concerned for their safety.
TCSO is reminding women to be aware of their surroundings and not to hesitate to call 911 if they’re suspicious or concerned for their safety.
Austin weather: Hotter Thursday; excessive heat warning issued
On Thursday, it will feel hotter longer. That's why most of the area is under an Excessive Heat Warning. Zack Shields has details in his full forecast.
On Thursday, it will feel hotter longer. That's why most of the area is under an Excessive Heat Warning. Zack Shields has details in his full forecast.