Austin weather: Record-breaking heat on the way
Central Texas is under a heat advisory with record-highs being broken over and over this week. We will start with a triple-digit streak and not-so-great air quality. FOX 7 Austin's Zack Shields has your forecast.
APD Homicide Unit achieves 100% case clearance rate for 2023
The Austin Police Department's homicide unit has achieved a 100% case clearance rate for 2023, the first time since 2005.
Austin weather: Tips to keep residents cool amid heat wave
The City of Austin and Travis County officials discussed their preparedness for a severe heat wave coming to Central Texas.
120-plus flights delayed at Austin-Bergstrom due to air traffic controller shortages
More than 120 flights were delayed at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport on Sunday, May 11, reportedly due to an ongoing shortage of air traffic controllers.
Tesla's Austin 'Robotaxi' plan raises questions from U.S. safety agency
Tesla's plan to launch fully-automated taxis in Austin by June has drawn the attention of federal safety officials.
Austin weather: City preparing for triple-digit heat this week
With triple-digit temperatures expected this week, Austinites and city departments are preparing for the heat.
Austin weather: Here's when Austin usually sees its first 100-degree day of the year
Temperatures are expected to climb above the 100-degree mark in Austin later this week.
H-E-B, HOME to launch new monthly concert series "True Texas Tunes"
A new monthly concert series is launching this weekend to benefit an Austin nonprofit's mission while celebrating the city's musical legacy.
Austin weather: A triple-digit temperature streak on the way
Central Texas could experience our hottest May afternoon ever this week.
Protesters rally against bill that would restrict land ownership in Texas
Advocates say they're protecting Texas and its resources, but opponents worry it could be used to justify racial discrimination.
Austin police release body camera video of officers shooting armed man
Austin police released body camera footage of officers shooting a man during a North Austin traffic stop earlier this week.
Driverless semi-trucks hit the roads in Texas
A new driverless fleet of semi-trucks rolled out in Texas. Auroura launched a self-driving freight this month, joining several autonomous companies operating in the Lone Star state.
Austin Fire rescues baby deer trapped in storm drain
Austin firefighters helped rescue a baby deer from a storm drain Friday morning.
Deadly I-35 crash: APD chief supports initial decision on intoxication charges
A truck driver accused of causing a deadly pile-up on I-35 in March was charged with intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault, but lab results later revealed he was sober.
Austin ISD offers money to experienced teachers to teach at failing schools
Austin ISD is offering money to experienced teachers to come to its failing schools and help “turn them around.”
Teen injured in shooting involving Travis County deputy
The Travis County Sheriff's Office said it is investigating a shooting that involved a deputy on Friday.
Austin PD Detective Israel Garcia honored with procession & service
APD says Israel Garcia was a dedicated officer who died in an off-duty a motorcycle accident on May 3.
Austin family deported after traffic stop near middle school
Immigration attorneys say an Austin family, including their children who are U.S. citizens, were deported to Mexico after a traffic stop near Dobie Middle School last month.
Pope Leo XIV: Diocese of Austin speaks on the new pope
For the last 24 hours, the world's attention has been focused on the Vatican in Rome. Here in Austin, the Diocese is awaiting a new leader of its own.
UT Austin invests $100 million into new school of civic leadership
The University of Texas at Austin is investing $100 million into its new School of Civic Leadership.