Cedar fever: Why is it so bad in Texas?

Doctors say cedar fever season usually runs from December to February, peaking in mid-January.

Austin police staffing crisis: Shift consolidation could affect 911 call response time

The Austin Police Association president said they are cutting their availability to respond to 911 calls almost in half because they do not have enough officers.

Several suspicious fires in SE Austin being investigated by AFD

Over a three-day period, Austin fire crews responded to five fires they believe were "intentionally set" in Southeast Austin.

Winning lottery ticket worth $34M bought at H-E-B in Austin

The winning Quick Pick ticket matched all six of the numbers drawn: 6-7-23-34-37-50 and the cash value option was selected at the time of purchase.

Largest meth seizure in decades nets federal indictment: TCSO

An investigation into suspected large-scale drug trafficking led to the largest meth seizure in over 20 years for the Travis County Sheriff's Office.

Austinites look forward to 2024 with New Year's resolutions

Just hours after thousands of revelers rang in the New Year to fireworks over Lady Bird Lake, FOX 7 returned to Auditorium Shores to talk to Austinites about their hopes and goals for 2024.

New leadership begins at Austin Police Association

Michael Bullock, the new president of the Austin Police Association, spoke one-on-one with FOX 7 Austin's Meredith Aldis, discussing his goals and what he says needs to happen to ensure the community is safe.

New Year's Eve fire destroys Austin family's home of 40 years

The family had lived in the same house on Adina Street in East Austin for 40 years, before those four decades were reduced to ash in a matter of minutes on New Year's Eve.

Hundreds start new year with cold plunge

Hundreds across Central Texas rang in the New Year with a cold plunge

Auto-pedestrian crash in North Austin leaves 1 person dead

Austin-Travis County EMS says the crash happened just before 1 a.m. at 6500 North I-35 southbound near Huntland.

New Year's 2023: Thousands gather at Auditorium Shores for fireworks, music and more

It's New Year's Eve, and tonight a grand celebration is underway at Austin's Auditorium Shores that will culminate with a big fireworks display at midnight.

Happy New Year: The top Austin news stories of 2023

Happy New Year! In this FOX 7 Focus, we're taking a look back at some of the biggest local stories of the year based on what you clicked on FOX7Austin.com.

'Super fog' possible overnight in Austin: NWS

If you're out on the roads tonight after ringing in the new year, be alert and aware of the possibility of dense fog, maybe even "super fog," says the National Weather Service.

Don't use 911 to report illegal fireworks in Austin: officials

Austin officials are urging residents to ring in 2024 responsibly and keep 9-1-1 available for true emergencies.

Kwanzaa 2023: George Washington Carver Museum hosts annual celebration

Community members gathered at Austin's George Washington Carver Museum on Saturday for the annual Kwanzaa Celebration, featuring food, music and ceremonies to celebrate the African American holiday.

Refugees from Ukraine, Afghanistan sell crafts at YMCA holiday bazaar

Austin refugees had the opportunity to sell their jewelry, baked goods, art and more at the TownLake YMCA's Refugee Holiday Arts and Crafts Bazaar.