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.

Austin weather: Less wind and more heat

Yesterday the rain stayed to our east and today most of the isolated showers and storms will remain south and west of Austin.

Dallas in-custody death: Austin family sues several officers

An Austin family is suing several UT Southwestern police officers for the in-custody death of their loved one.

Porch pirate steals vital medical supplies from child: APD

The Austin Police Department is asking for help finding a porch pirate who stole medical supplies from a child in need.

Body found near Rainey Street; police investigating

The Austin Police Department is investigating after a body was found at Waller Beach at Town Lake Metropolitan park near Rainey Street.

Drunk driver in Austin kills 1, injures another in crash: APD

A man was arrested for a DWI after a deadly crash in North Austin on Thursday, the Austin Police Department (APD) said.

VIDEO: Stray kitten rescued by Austin PD officer

The Austin Police Department has released body cam video from a patrol officer who rescued a stray kitten from the side of the road.

Austin weather: Triple digit heat continues for July 4th

It's going to be a hot July 4th holiday, but we might be seeing some rain chances soon. FOX 7 Austin meteorologist Zack Shields has more.