Austin voters pass Prop A, do not pass Prop B
Both propositions deal with oversight of Austin police, with Prop A using language that civilian oversight will "deter police misconduct and brutality," essentially strengthening its oversight compared to Prop B.
Both propositions deal with oversight of Austin police, with Prop A using language that civilian oversight will "deter police misconduct and brutality," essentially strengthening its oversight compared to Prop B.
South Lamar property owner frustrated by homeless camp on site
A property owner is frustrated by homeless individuals who have been camping out on his property. He's also unhappy with the lack of response from the city.
A property owner is frustrated by homeless individuals who have been camping out on his property. He's also unhappy with the lack of response from the city.
Austin police asking for help identifying remains in 2021 cold case
Police said on Dec. 20, 2021, the skeletal remains of an unidentified male were found in a wooded area near Alum Rock Drive in Southeast Austin.
Police said on Dec. 20, 2021, the skeletal remains of an unidentified male were found in a wooded area near Alum Rock Drive in Southeast Austin.
Austin voters to decide extent of police department oversight
Austin voters have two propositions to look at in the May election, both add enhanced police department oversight, but to different extents.
Austin voters have two propositions to look at in the May election, both add enhanced police department oversight, but to different extents.
Mobile health clinic helps local teachers, school staff receive health care
FOX 7 Austin's Kelly Saberi gives us a look inside "Bluebonnet," the mobile health care clinic at Eden Park Elementary in South Austin.
FOX 7 Austin's Kelly Saberi gives us a look inside "Bluebonnet," the mobile health care clinic at Eden Park Elementary in South Austin.
Texas AG Paxton denounces decision to drop charges against transgender rights protester
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton criticized Travis County DA José Garza for dropping charges filed against an activist who was arrested while protesting Senate Bill 14.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton criticized Travis County DA José Garza for dropping charges filed against an activist who was arrested while protesting Senate Bill 14.
VIDEO: Armed robbery suspect pepper sprays employee at SE Austin store, police say
Austin police are searching for a man who they say pointed a gun at a Southeast Austin store employee and pepper sprayed her before robbing her of the store's cash and her purse.
Austin police are searching for a man who they say pointed a gun at a Southeast Austin store employee and pepper sprayed her before robbing her of the store's cash and her purse.
Things to do in Austin this weekend: May 5 to 7
Looking for some fun stuff to do this weekend? From a popular downtown festival and spring art bazaar to a Pioneer Fest and family fun run, plus a chance to see some of Austin's best residential outdoor spaces, it's all here in the FOX 7 Weekend.
Looking for some fun stuff to do this weekend? From a popular downtown festival and spring art bazaar to a Pioneer Fest and family fun run, plus a chance to see some of Austin's best residential outdoor spaces, it's all here in the FOX 7 Weekend.
Austin weather: Severe thunderstorm watch issued for most of Central Texas
Parts of Central Texas will be under a Level 1-2 risk of severe weather through the weekend. Zack Shields is tracking the storms and has details on which areas are most likely to see some rain.
Parts of Central Texas will be under a Level 1-2 risk of severe weather through the weekend. Zack Shields is tracking the storms and has details on which areas are most likely to see some rain.
Austin civil activists call on end of partnership with Austin police, Texas DPS
Chief Chacon said on May 2, APD and DPS will consider relocating troops to avoid any idea that they are targeting certain groups of people.
Chief Chacon said on May 2, APD and DPS will consider relocating troops to avoid any idea that they are targeting certain groups of people.
Austin police IDs man accused of sexually assaulting 11-year-old girl
Uzziel Eduardo Garcia Cabrera, 36, is suspected of inappropriate sexual contact of a child for the April 1 incident.
Uzziel Eduardo Garcia Cabrera, 36, is suspected of inappropriate sexual contact of a child for the April 1 incident.
Council votes to end city-mandated parking minimums for new developments
If approved, Austin would join a growing list of U.S. cities that have eliminated or reduced municipal parking mandates, says Austin City Council member Zo Qadri.
If approved, Austin would join a growing list of U.S. cities that have eliminated or reduced municipal parking mandates, says Austin City Council member Zo Qadri.
Mother's Day events in the Austin area: Where to go to celebrate
Mother's Day is on May 14, and Central Texas restaurants and businesses are gearing up with fun specials and events guaranteed to make Mom smile on her special day.
Mother's Day is on May 14, and Central Texas restaurants and businesses are gearing up with fun specials and events guaranteed to make Mom smile on her special day.
Austin weather: Central Texas could see severe storms Thursday with large hail, damaging winds
All of Central Texas is under a Level 2 (slight) risk of severe weather tonight. Zack Shields has details on when and where we might see some storms.
All of Central Texas is under a Level 2 (slight) risk of severe weather tonight. Zack Shields has details on when and where we might see some storms.
Majority of Texans support raising the minimum age to buy firearm: UT study
A new University of Texas poll shows a majority of Texans support raising the minimum age to buy a firearm from 18 to 21. Ed Espinoza, Democratic analyst, and James Dickey, president of JD Consulting, discuss.
A new University of Texas poll shows a majority of Texans support raising the minimum age to buy a firearm from 18 to 21. Ed Espinoza, Democratic analyst, and James Dickey, president of JD Consulting, discuss.
AI project at UT Austin focuses on developing beneficial, ethical artificial intelligence
While a lot of attention has been focused on ChatGPT, UT researchers are working on several other ways artificial intelligence can be used in schools.
While a lot of attention has been focused on ChatGPT, UT researchers are working on several other ways artificial intelligence can be used in schools.
Texas professors, students rally against proposed end to university tenures
Senate Bill 18, which was passed by the Texas Senate last week, aims to end university tenures at public universities statewide.
Senate Bill 18, which was passed by the Texas Senate last week, aims to end university tenures at public universities statewide.
Daniel Perry: New trial motion rejected by Travis County judge
Daniel Perry's counsel filed the request on April 11, alleging in court documents that key evidence was kept from jurors.
Daniel Perry's counsel filed the request on April 11, alleging in court documents that key evidence was kept from jurors.
Austin Animal Center takes in 20-dog seizure, asks for public's help
Austin Animal Center says it started the day with 344 medium to large dogs when their capacity is only 272.
Austin Animal Center says it started the day with 344 medium to large dogs when their capacity is only 272.
VIDEO: Car crashes into ambulance in Austin
One person was injured after a car crashed into a Travis County ambulance on Wednesday, May 3.
One person was injured after a car crashed into a Travis County ambulance on Wednesday, May 3.