What is the state of Austin police and public safety?

In this week's FOX 7 Focus, FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak sits down with Thomas Villarreal, president of the Austin Police Association, to discuss the APA's new podcast, the controversial APD/DPS partnership, and police staffing and funding.

UT students move in ahead of first day of classes

With the new semester beginning this week, students at the University of Texas are eager to move into their dorms and start off the school year.

Jet ski crash injures 3 at Decker Lake

ATCEMS says there are four adults and one child involved and three are injured.

2 dead after crash on Bee Caves Road in southwest Austin: ATCEMS

Two people are dead and one is in the hospital in critical condition after a two-vehicle crash on Bee Caves Road in Austin

AFD warns rags soaked in oil are spontaneously combusting in heat, starting fires

The Austin Fire Department says it has seen a concerning trend of household items spontaneously combusting and starting fires. The culprit: rags soaked in oil or other ignitable liquids.

UT students see delayed move-in at new West Campus apartment building

UT students have been waiting for months to move into a newly constructed apartment building in West Campus. But late Thursday night, the Rambler Apartment sent an email to students saying move-in day will be delayed.

Attorneys for Daniel Perry submit petition to pardon to Gov. Abbott

A petition to pardon Sgt. Daniel Perry has been submitted to Gov. Abbott by an Austin criminal law firm representing Perry. Perry was found guilty of the murder of a Black Lives Matter protester in April, and was sentenced to 25 years in prison in May.

Travis ECHS serves as counseling center after body of student found on campus

The Travis Early College High School community gathered at the school today to show support, raise awareness and reevaluate current mental health resources after the body of a student was found on campus yesterday.

Neighbor regrets calling for welfare check after APD officer shot

Samuel Garcia of southeast Austin called in a welfare check for his neighbor, who he had not seen in months. What followed was a "very chaotic" standoff between Austin police and SWAT team members, and Garcia's neighbor.

Zilker Eagle opening date undetermined after delays due to braking problems

It's still not clear when The Zilker Eagle, the miniature train being restored in Zilker Park, is set to open to the public after efforts stalled last year due to braking issues.

APD searching for north Austin robbery suspect

Austin police are asking the public's help in searching for a suspect involved in a robbery at a north Austin gas station on July 16.

Threat prompts extra security at Bowie High School

There are extra officers on campus at Bowie High School Friday after officials were informed of a social media threat against the campus.

Austin weather: Triple-digit streak to continue through the weekend

It's going to be another hot one Friday, with all of Central Texas under an Excessive Heat Warning. But there may be some relief in sight. Zack Shields has details in his full forecast.

Austin ISD prioritizing campus, A/C improvements with 2022 bond

In 2022, Austin voters approved a $2.5 billion bond to fund improvements within Austin ISD. While some project saw completion over the summer, there are AISD campuses still needing improvements.

San Antonio Spurs to play two games in Austin in March 2024

After two Moody Center sell-outs last season, the San Antonio Spurs will run it back and play two more regular season games in Austin this season!