FOX 7 Discussion: Texas Supreme Court shuts down challenge to abortion law

James Dickey, the CEO of JD Key Communications, and Progress Texas Advocacy Director Diana Gomez join FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren for a FOX 7 Discussion.

Transgender rights activists push back against Abbott's directive

Gov. Greg Abbott called for the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services to investigate families undergoing gender-affirming care, calling it child abuse.

Austin offering $500 bonus for lifeguards, summer camp counselors

The $500 bonus qualifications vary by position. Pay starts at $15/hour for entry-level positions, and it increases with experience, according to the City of Austin.

Drones form giant QR code to promote 'Halo 'over Austin for SXSW

Drones, part of a marketing campaign from Paramount+ to promote its upcoming sci-fi series Halo, formed a QR code over Austin.

Elon Musk challenges Vladimir Putin to "single combat" over Ukraine

Tesla founder Elon Musk has fighting words for Russian President Vladimir Putin. The world's wealthiest man challenged Putin to "single combat" due to his nation's invasion of Ukraine.

Safe Gun Storage Saves Lives campaign gives away free gun locks

Lock Arms for Life will supply free gun locks to any City of Austin resident who visits the SafeGunStorageSavesLives.org website and completes a form.

Slight risk for severe weather in Central Texas tonight

Storms will be expected mainly between 9 PM and 1 AM tonight. The main hazards with these storms would be localized damaging winds and hail.

DMZ, starring Rosario Dawson and Benjamin Bratt, premieres at SXSW

Rosario Dawson, Benjamin Bratt and other castmates graced the SXSW red carpet at Paramount Theatre on Sunday for the premiere of HBO Max's new show 'DMZ'.

YMCA of Austin to hold free community play day March 14

Visitors can enjoy free use of the Y’s fitness centers, exercise classes, heated indoor pools, gymnasiums, Child Watch and more across Austin.

Prime Video brings 'Superheroes & Superstars Experience' to SXSW 2022

The experience will be available from Friday, March 11 to Monday, March 14 to anyone with a music badge, film badge, interactive badge, or platinum badge.

Apple TV+ premieres portion of 'WeCrashed' at SXSW 2022

A portion of the series will premiere at this year’s SXSW. The "WeCrashed" premiere will be 3:30 p.m.—4:30 p.m. CT at the Paramount Theatre on Saturday, March 12.

Texas Governor's Mansion lit up to show support for Ukraine

Gov. Greg Abbott issued a proclamation on March 9 announcing Sunday, March 13, 2022, as a Day of Prayer for Ukraine.

Local businesses booming as SXSW returns to Austin

With SXSW back, local businesses are now booming. After two years, the popular festival brings crowds, events, and of course traffic.

Possible fire causes plane to land at Austin-Bergstrom

No injuries were reported to the airport and there are no impacts to airport operations, says Austin-Bergstrom.

Heidi Broussard murder: Preliminary hearings continue

Preliminary hearings continue in the trial of Magen Fieramusca accused of the murder of her friend, Heidi Broussard and the kidnapping of her newborn Margo Carey in 2019.

Meow Wolf is coming to downtown Austin for SXSW 2022

Meow Wolf is coming to Austin for SXSW this year! The Meow Wolf experience will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on March 11-14.