APD, Texas DPS resume partnership after two-month pause

State troopers have returned to assist APD officers after a nearly two-month pause of the partnership between Austin police and Texas DPS.

FOX 7 Focus: Group supports controversial Zilker Park Vision Plan

In this week's FOX 7 Focus, FOX 7's John Krinjak goes one-on-one with Mike Cannatti with the Barton Springs Conservancy, a group that supports the controversial Zilker Park Vision Plan. They argue the plan is necessary in order for the park to thrive in the future.

Toxic algae returns to Austin as summer temperatures heat up

Experts are noticing an outbreak of toxic cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, in Central Texas as summer temperatures heat up.

Personal watercrafts banned on Lake Austin for Fourth of July

The Austin Police Department (APD) Lake Patrol Unit will be enforcing the City Ordnance that prohibits the use and operation of personal watercraft, wet bikes, motorized surfboards, and similar devices on Lake Austin.

Lake Travis boat ramps close due to low lake levels

Multiple boat ramps around Lake Travis are closed this weekend due to low lake levels, leaving some boaters high and dry this holiday weekend.

Body found in Lady Bird Lake identified: APD

Austin police say a man's body was found in Lady Bird Lake on June 27 and that it's too early to say if foul play was involved.

Game Wardens show how drone program tracked down missing Texas man

In this "Missing in Texas," FOX 7 Austin's Angela Shen talks with Texas Game Wardens about the organization's drone program and how a heat-seeking drone found a missing person with health issues in Callahan County.

Light fireworks this July 4th with caution, AFD says

The Austin Fire Department is warning residents about using fireworks illegally within city limits as well as being mindful of recent hot and dry conditions.

Central Texans react to SCOTUS ruling on affirmative action

The Supreme Court ruled on June 29 that colleges and universities can no longer use affirmative action when it comes to admitting students.

One person hospitalized after stabbing in Riverside

One person is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries after being stabbed in Riverside Thursday, according to Austin police.

Austin Public Library announces summer programs for all ages

With hotter-than-usual temperatures, it's the perfect time to dust off the books and stay cool with a new novel. With hundreds of upcoming events, there's something for everyone at Austin Public Library.

CapMetro to suspend fares July 4th after 5 p.m.

Following July 4th, CapMetro Rail service will be suspended from July 5-14 for Track Maintenance