Austin weather: Latest on winter storm

The winter storm has made its way to Central Texas. FOX 7 Austin will bring you live updates throughout the day.

Austin winter storm: Freezing rain chances increasing as bitter cold arrives

Saturday started with thunder and heavy rain, but arctic air rushing in behind those storms is quickly turning liquid precipitation into the frozen variety.

Austin winter storm: How to safely use space heaters during freezing temps

Firefighters and emergency medical services often face a surge in calls during cold snaps like the one forecasted for this weekend, responding to house fires and carbon monoxide poisoning cases.

Texas winter storm: How to protect your vehicle during freezing temperatures

While officials are urging people to stay off the roads this weekend, some may still have to travel. If you do have to drive, make sure your vehicle is ready for winter conditions.

Austin weather: Latest on winter storm as Arctic blast set to arrive

The City of Austin and surrounding communities are preparing for an Arctic blast that is set to bring with is some hazardous conditions.

Texas winter storm: 'what3words' helps 911 call takers narrow down your location

Hopefully, you don't need to call 911 this weekend for any reason. If you do, there's a way for first responders to find you easily, especially if you don't have an exact address for your location.

Austin winter storm: Health risks to watch out for ahead of arctic blast

As Texans get ready for an arctic blast this weekend, doctors say preparing for the cold means more than just winterizing your home.

Austin weather: How to check for power outages in your area

With an Arctic blast heading to Texas, one concern on people's minds is the potential for power outages. Here is information on how to check for and report power outages in your area.

Austin winter storm: Airlines at ABIA release flight contingency plans

Airlines are preparing for the winter storm heading toward Central Texas this weekend. Several of them have flight contingency plans in place.

Texas winter storm: How to watch FOX 7 Austin if your power goes out

With severe winter weather on the way this weekend, these are options to stay informed about the situation even if you lose power in Central Texas.

Family of 2023 murder victim still waiting for justice; accused killer scheduled for competency hearing

More than two years after an Austin man was murdered, his family is still waiting for the suspects' cases to work through the court system. One of the suspects has a competency hearing scheduled for next month.

Texas winter weather: Austin Energy prepared for upcoming arctic blast

As winter weather draws closer, Austin Energy said they’re more prepared than ever to keep the lights on for more than 550,000 customers across Central Texas.

Texas winter weather: Drivers should prepare for icy roads, dangerous travel conditions

Temperatures are expected to drop below freezing this weekend, and with rain in the forecast, officials warn that icy roads could create dangerous travel conditions.