New public safety center opens in Northwest Austin

A new public safety community engagement center has opened in Northwest Austin with the goal of deterring crime.

5 Austin-Travis County residents test positive for dengue fever

Five Austin-Travis County residents have tested positive for dengue fever so far this year after traveling internationally according to city officials.

VIDEO: Suspect flees through backyards after North Austin shooting

The Austin Police Department is still looking for the man who shot and killed another at a North Austin apartment complex.

Woman's death at Round Rock hospital prompts investigation: TCSO

The death of a woman at a Round Rock hospital has prompted a suspicious death investigation by the Travis County Sheriff's Office.

CenterPoint outages in Houston leave millions frustrated

Frustration with the Houston area’s main power company is growing, as more than a million people remained in the dark Wednesday night across Southeast Texas.

New Steiner Ranch emergency evacuation route opens

A second emergency evacuation route opened up for Steiner Ranch residents after a fire in 2011 destroyed several homes.

Austin tenant asks for more help from complex after car crashes into unit

After a car crashed into an affordable housing unit in South Austin, the tenant who used to live there is frustrated with how the situation is being handled.

What do you do if you see an animal in a hot car in Texas?

Leaving a pet in a hot car can be deadly. An animal advocate attorney explained citizen’s rights when it comes to trying to save animals trapped in a hot car.

Abandoned dog in Austin found tied to tree with 'gnarly' injury

Austin Pets Alive! says a dog with a mangled leg was found abandoned and tied to a tree. They're reminding people about available resources if you need help caring for your pet.

Man facing double murder charges after deadly hit-and-run during SXSW

The man arrested for the deadly hit-and-run near SXSW is now facing upgraded charges following the death of a second person. Tyrone Thompson is now facing two murder charges.

Austin Energy crew joins Hurricane Beryl recovery effort

President Biden granted a request for a federal emergency disaster declaration in response to Hurricane Beryl. That action will help pay for some debris removal and the installation of protective measures in areas hit hard by the storm.

Families unable to access thousands of dollars being held in surrogacy escrow account

Several intended parents and their pregnancy surrogates are missing thousands of dollars, and have lots of questions. 7 On Your Side reporter Carissa Lehmkuhl has the latest.