Texas shooting spree: 6 dead, 2 officers injured in Austin and Bexar County

Shane James is accused of killing four people and injuring two officers in Austin. He is also believed to be the person responsible for a double homicide in Bexar County.

Travis County DA faces lawsuit that could remove him from office

Travis County District Attorney Jose Garza is facing a lawsuit that could remove him from office due to a new state law.

Austin weather: Cold front ahead for this weekend

Enjoy the sun and warmer temperatures today because the clouds are expected to return, along with a cold front this weekend. FOX 7 Austin meteorologist Zack Shields has more.

Austin tea house is one of many displaced by I-35 expansion project

The Texas Department of Transportation's I-35 expansion project will displace more than 100 properties, and they're working with business owners on relocation.

Parents relieved to be safely reunited with kids following shooting at Northeast ECHS

Northeast Early College High School parents are relieved after being safely reunited with their kids, following Tuesday’s lockdown stemming from the shooting of an Austin ISD Police sergeant.

Dell Jewish Community Center hosts Hanukkah celebration

The Dell Jewish Community Center hosted a celebration with music, food, friends and family in honor of the Jewish holiday Hanukkah. It starts on Thursday, Dec. 8 and ends on Friday, Dec. 15.

Suspect shoots APD officer after double homicide in Southwest Austin: APD

Austin police say the suspect in a deadly shooting spree is in custody after a double homicide, officer-involved shooting and police pursuit in Southwest Austin.

Students react to lockdown following shooting on Northeast ECHS campus

An Austin ISD sergeant is recovering after being shot on the Northeast Early College High School campus. Students told FOX 7 they were anxious and scared during the lockdown.

City of Austin to vote on phase 1 of HOME initiative

The City of Austin is set to vote on phase one of HOME, Home Options for Middle-Income Empowerment, on Thursday, Dec. 7.

3 sentenced for distributing fentanyl that resulted in Coupland teen's death

The three were sentenced to multiple years in prison for distributing counterfeit pills containing fentanyl that resulted in the death of a Coupland teen.

Man, woman killed in South Austin shooting: APD

Two people were killed in South Austin on Tuesday, and Austin police say their murders are part of a shooting spree that left six dead and two officers injured in Austin and Bexar County.

'Dangerous': Hookah lounge warning from Austin father whose daughter was shot

A woman is recovering after being shot outside a hookah lounge in North Austin about a week ago. FOX 7 Crime Watch Reporter Meredith Aldis has the details.

Copa America 2024: Q2 Stadium named as host venue

Q2 Stadium, the home of Austin FC, is one of 14 stadiums and one of three soccer-specific stadiums selected as host venues for the tournament.

17 Austin police officer indictments related to May 2020 protests dismissed; DOJ review requested

In addition to the dismissals, the Travis County District Attorney's Office and the City of Austin have requested the Justice Department review the Austin Police Department's actions during the 2020 protests.

Holiday display helps brighten lives of sick children in Central Texas

Now in its ninth year, the Maywald Christmas Light Display is bigger and better than ever and dazzling all who visit the property

1-year-old among 4 killed in Dallas shooting; suspect shoots himself after chase near Austin

Four people were killed, including a 1-year-old boy, in a shooting in Dallas Sunday afternoon. A fifth shooting victim, a 15-year-old girl, was also taken to a hospital in stable condition.

Winter emergency preparedness kits available at City of Austin utility centers

Residents can pick up emergency preparedness kit materials and winter preparedness tip sheets at City of Austin Utility Customer Service Centers (UCSC) this week while supplies last.

Austin weather: Front arrives bringing slightly cooler temperatures

A weak front moved into the Austin area overnight. It's the first of two fronts this week. Zack Shields has details in his full forecast.

Saint Mary Cathedral installs St. Michael statue

The statue of St. Michael was recently commissioned to be installed in a niche in the bell tower at Saint Mary Cathedral.