Texas’ abortion ban too restrictive for women with pregnancy complications, judge rules

A Texas judge has ruled the state’s abortion ban has proven too restrictive for women with serious pregnancy complications and must allow exceptions without doctors fearing the threat of criminal charges.

Nonprofit helps serve military dogs and their families

The U.S. War Dogs Association is a nonprofit of more than 20 years with a variety of programs in place to assist military dogs and their families.

Body found in backyard of South Austin home: APD

Austin police are investigating after a body was found in the backyard of a home in South Austin.

AFD puts out house fire in South Austin

Fire crews arrived just as a deck fire was breaching the back of the home, AFD says.

ERCOT extends Weather Watch through August 11

Due to ongoing forecasted higher temperatures, higher electrical demand and the potential for lower reserves, the ERCOT Weather Watch has been extended through Friday, August 11.

AFD responding to brush fire in downtown Austin

Austin firefighters are on scene of a brush fire along train tracks in Downtown Austin.

Things to do in Austin this weekend: August 4 to 6

The weekend is here, and whether you are looking for some cool stuff to beat the heat, or just some hot summer fun, we’ve got the scoop.

Austin weather: Making history with longest 100 degree streak of all time

As of Friday afternoon, we'll break the record for the most triple-digit days in a row in Austin. Is there any end in sight? Zack Shields takes a look in his full forecast.

Police investigating homicide in South Austin

Police say a man had trauma to the upper body, but it's unclear if he was shot or stabbed.

Family still searching for Austin man last seen in 2012

In this "Missing in Texas," the family of Austin father Adrian Washington talks to FOX 7 Austin's Angela Shen about the missing man who has not been heard from since May 2012.

Oak Hill Parkway Project: What to expect at US 290, SH 71 corridor in the coming months

Eventually, the ground-level intersection where 290 and 71 intersect will be replaced with two new flyovers that will connect the two freeways alongside new frontage roads.

Grass fire at Austin playground sparks after child found playing with matches: AFD

Central Texas is under another red flag warning and the Austin Fire Department is on high alert responding to around double the normal amount of grass and brush fires.

Motorcyclist killed in northwest Austin crash identified: APD

Brandon L. Robinson, 39, was killed after his motorcycle crashed into a wall at the US 183 northbound to SH 45 eastbound ramp on Sunday, July 30 around 1:19 p.m.

Austin weather: Triple-digit streak record to be tied Thursday

The hot, dry weather, along with an afternoon breeze, will increase the wildfire risk here in Central Texas. Zack Shields has details in his full forecast.

Plan to expand I-35 through Austin moves toward final approval

A plan to expand I-35 through Austin is moving toward final approval after TxDOT agreed to several changed proposed by city leaders, like putting more of the freeway underground.