Opening statements begin in murder trial of Sgt. Daniel Perry

In a packed courtroom, opening statements and witness testimony picked up for the murder trial of Daniel Perry. Perry is accused of killing Black Lives Matter protester Garrett Foster in 2020. If Perry is found guilty by a jury, he could face life in prison.

Online pet scam victim gets happy ending thanks to local breeder

An update to the story of Ricardo Gonzalez who shared his story in a recent 7 On Your Side report from Carissa Lehmkuhl about the dangers of online pet scams

AFD responds to RV fire in East Austin

The Austin Fire Department says crews are working to protect the RVs on either side.

Austin ISD delays superintendent search; school board to hold special meeting March 30

The Austin ISD Board of Trustees is calling a special meeting for Thursday, March 30, to discuss the possibility of slowing down our search for our district’s next superintendent.

Are election-integrity bills needed in Texas?

The Travis County Republican Party is calling on volunteers to testify or submit testimony to the Texas legislature regarding their concerns with election integrity.

Austin police, Texas DPS partner up to improve response times and increase safety

City of Austin leaders announced a plan they expect will improve safety, decrease traffic fatalities, improve police response time and reduce crime in Austin, thanks to a new partnership.

UT researchers name ancient beaver fossil after Buc-ee's

A new species of ancient beaver has been named after Buc-ee's, the popular Texas-based gas station known for its cartoon beaver mascot.

City of Austin hiring camp counselors for $20 per hour

Looking for a summer gig? Austin Parks and Recreation is hiring camp counselors for $20 an hour with sick leave.

Woman arrested in shooting death of man in North Austin front yard

During the investigation, detectives discovered that the victim had been in the front yard when he was shot multiple times, but walked to the backyard before collapsing.

Fire in multi-family home shuts down several lanes of Congress

Austin firefighters are asking people to avoid Congress south of Ben White as they work a fire at a multi-family dwelling in South Austin.

Tyler Reddick wins EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix at COTA

NASCAR returned to Austin for another exciting weekend of fun activities but it was the action on the track that took center stage.

Fans enjoy NASCAR at COTA for third year

The NASCAR Cup Series returned to Circuit of the America's this weekend for its third year. Fans enjoyed fast races and a weekend full of activities.

Central Texans left with tree debris following severe winter weather

Residents in Austin and elsewhere in Central Texas are left to clean up broken tree limbs and other debris following the recent freeze.