APD investigates after man pulls gun out on victim demanding money in North Austin
Austin police are searching for the suspect who pulled a gun out on a victim demanding money in North Austin.
Austin police are searching for the suspect who pulled a gun out on a victim demanding money in North Austin.
Man charged in fiery wreck that killed 4 people in South Austin
Investigators say Arthur Wright took off on foot after a fiery wreck on I-35 that killed four people.
Investigators say Arthur Wright took off on foot after a fiery wreck on I-35 that killed four people.
Austin weather: Triple-digit streak record to be tied Thursday
The hot, dry weather, along with an afternoon breeze, will increase the wildfire risk here in Central Texas. Zack Shields has details in his full forecast.
The hot, dry weather, along with an afternoon breeze, will increase the wildfire risk here in Central Texas. Zack Shields has details in his full forecast.
Abbott signs legislation aimed at curbing street racing, street takeovers
The ceremonial signing comes just days after the second series of street takeovers in Austin in six months.
The ceremonial signing comes just days after the second series of street takeovers in Austin in six months.
Plan to expand I-35 through Austin moves toward final approval
A plan to expand I-35 through Austin is moving toward final approval after TxDOT agreed to several changed proposed by city leaders, like putting more of the freeway underground.
A plan to expand I-35 through Austin is moving toward final approval after TxDOT agreed to several changed proposed by city leaders, like putting more of the freeway underground.
Future of Austin's iconic Peter Pan Mini-Golf unclear as lease renewal looms
Austin's iconic Peter Pan Mini-Golf's future is unclear as its lease ends next year.
Austin's iconic Peter Pan Mini-Golf's future is unclear as its lease ends next year.
Austin STI testing demand spikes while funding falls: report
A recent report from the Kind Clinic in Austin found the demand for walk-in testing for STIs spiked this year, meanwhile, funding dropped during the same period. Christopher Hamilton, CEO of Texas Health Action, spoke with FOX 7's Rebecca Thomas about the impact and what can be done.
A recent report from the Kind Clinic in Austin found the demand for walk-in testing for STIs spiked this year, meanwhile, funding dropped during the same period. Christopher Hamilton, CEO of Texas Health Action, spoke with FOX 7's Rebecca Thomas about the impact and what can be done.
Central Texas fire crews on high alert due to wildfire risk
Fire crews across Central Texas are gearing up, and stepping up to help areas like Bastrop, which is already seeing the worst of it.
Fire crews across Central Texas are gearing up, and stepping up to help areas like Bastrop, which is already seeing the worst of it.
6 seasonal city pools extend operations through Sept. 24
The city says the extension is due to the ongoing heatwave and sufficient lifeguard staffing. Splash pads will also remain open through Halloween.
The city says the extension is due to the ongoing heatwave and sufficient lifeguard staffing. Splash pads will also remain open through Halloween.
Uptick in COVID-19 seen in Travis County wastewater: APH
Public health experts are urging precautions and vaccinations after wastewater data shows an increase in COVID-19 detected in Travis County over the last six weeks.
Public health experts are urging precautions and vaccinations after wastewater data shows an increase in COVID-19 detected in Travis County over the last six weeks.
Austin police arrest suspect in murder of teen in northeast Austin
Detectives arrested Micah Marshall on Tuesday, August 1 as the prime suspect in Mikalah Franklin's murder.
Detectives arrested Micah Marshall on Tuesday, August 1 as the prime suspect in Mikalah Franklin's murder.
Body cam footage, 9-1-1 call released in South Austin officer-involved shooting
Austin police have also identified the three officers involved. All three are on administrative leave per protocol.
Austin police have also identified the three officers involved. All three are on administrative leave per protocol.
Austin weather: Hot and dry with highs over 100 degrees Wednesday
Wednesday will be our 42nd day this year in the triple digits. Is there any relief on the horizon? Zack Shields has the answer in his full forecast.
Wednesday will be our 42nd day this year in the triple digits. Is there any relief on the horizon? Zack Shields has the answer in his full forecast.
Artificial intelligence puts Austin jobs at risk: study
Study shows Austin as the No. 23 city where AI threatens employment the most, with over 100,000 jobs considered at risk.
Study shows Austin as the No. 23 city where AI threatens employment the most, with over 100,000 jobs considered at risk.
Vehicle towing: Knowing your rights in Texas
In this 7 On Your Side, FOX 7 Austin's Carissa Lehmkuhl looks at the regulations for vehicle towing in Texas, as well as data on towing company complaints.
In this 7 On Your Side, FOX 7 Austin's Carissa Lehmkuhl looks at the regulations for vehicle towing in Texas, as well as data on towing company complaints.
North Austin middle school watering schedule raises concerns amid restrictions
A North Austin resident is voicing his concerns about a nearby middle school's watering schedule amid the city's stage one drought response restrictions.
A North Austin resident is voicing his concerns about a nearby middle school's watering schedule amid the city's stage one drought response restrictions.
Advocates call on Austin City Council to add more community investments to proposed budget
Activists also say progress on permanent support housing isn't being prioritized. They say the budget adds $32 million to the police department, which they say isn't effective at addressing homeless and drug use.
Activists also say progress on permanent support housing isn't being prioritized. They say the budget adds $32 million to the police department, which they say isn't effective at addressing homeless and drug use.
Austin FD sees uptick in fire calls due to dry weather
Austin fire crews recently responded to three different brush fires on the same day, two of which were confirmed to have been started in homeless camps.
Austin fire crews recently responded to three different brush fires on the same day, two of which were confirmed to have been started in homeless camps.
UT Longhorns kick off preseason camp August 2
The UT Football team is about to ramp things up, as they kick off preseason camp Wednesday, August 2.
The UT Football team is about to ramp things up, as they kick off preseason camp Wednesday, August 2.
Make-A-Wish dream comes true for Austin teen
Nicholas was diagnosed with a Neuromuscular Disorder, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, when he was almost 2 years old. Now at 17 years old, the avid car enthusiast found himself at Covert Bee Cave, a Make-A-Wish sponsor.
Nicholas was diagnosed with a Neuromuscular Disorder, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, when he was almost 2 years old. Now at 17 years old, the avid car enthusiast found himself at Covert Bee Cave, a Make-A-Wish sponsor.