List of Texas power outages amid extremely hot weather

Power outages are occurring across Texas as a possible result of extremely high temperatures. View the complete list of outages.

EXPLAINER: Schools may be Texas' next immigration fight

The requirement that public schools teach all children was affirmed by a 1982 ruling in a case known as Plyler v. Doe. The 5-4 decision struck down a Texas law that sought to deny enrollment to any student not “legally admitted” into the country.

Record-breaking temperatures recorded in Llano on Central Texas' hottest day of 2022

The Llano Airport is currently at a record-breaking 106 degrees, as temperatures continue to climb in Central Texas on the hottest day of the year thus far, says the NWS.

Del Valle ISD board approves raises for teachers, staff

The Del Valle ISD Board of Trustees recently approved an average 7 percent salary increase for all teachers, librarians, nurses, and paraprofessionals.

Students in program for children of migrant farm workers graduate at St. Edward's University

CAMP is for students whose parents are migrant and seasonal farm workers. Many are the first in their family to go to college. They have academic and financial support to help them navigate college life.

Some Austin restaurants forced to raise menu prices amid inflation

As the price of food continues to skyrocket, restaurant owners are having to raise their menu prices in order to continue making profit.

Flash Flood Alley: Austin lies in the heart of Flash Flood Alley

The region of Texas is called Flash Flood Alley because of the area's steep terrain, shallow soil, and unusually high rainfall rates. Austin lies in the heart of Flash Flood Alley.

What makes thunderstorms so dangerous in Central Texas?

Spring can bring together all the ingredients for a perfect storm, creating lightning and hailstones. But how do these storms turn into such dangerous events?

Are tornadoes going to be more common in Central Texas?

Carissa Lehmkuhl spoke with meteorologist Carlo Falco to learn more about tornadoes, including a breakdown of the why's, how's, and what to expect from tornadoes going forward.

Texas woman donates kidney to mom ahead of Mother's Day

A mother-daughter duo in Austin has a special reason to celebrate Mother's Day this year. Dehna Richards recently gave her mom the ultimate gift, a chance at a healthy life, by donating one of her kidneys.

Save money, energy in hot Texas weather with these tips from Austin Energy

As temperatures continue to climb in the Central Texas area, Austin Energy is offering some tips and tricks to save money and energy this summer.

2 arrested following deadly shooting of teen at North Austin apartment complex

APD located and arrested John Willie Davis III, 18, and Dmaurri Mehki Hubbard, 20, in the 1700 block of Rockbridge Terrace. Both men are charged with first-degree murder.

This Week in Texas Politics: Leaked draft opinion regarding abortion from SCOTUS

FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski and our panel of political analysts considered whether abortion will stay on the front campaign burner and how the week also ended with new fight over immigration.

Mother's Day brunch recipes that are quick and easy to make

If you're still deciding what to make mom this Mother's Day, FOX 7 Austin's Tierra Neubaum has a couple of ideas for you.

Ken Paxton says he’s being sued by the state bar for misconduct over his lawsuit challenging the 2020 election

A few hours after saying he was being sued by the bar, Paxton’s office announced an investigation into the Texas Bar Foundation for “facilitating mass influx of illegal aliens.”

Tesla covers travel costs for workers seeking abortions

Tesla is joining the ranks of major companies who’ve introduced a similar policy to benefit workers affected by new restrictions in the past few months.

Take a spin on COTA's iconic track and help the Central Texas Food Bank

COTA is inviting fans to take a spin on its 3.4 mile track to collect donations for the Central Texas Food Bank this Sunday, May 8.

Airbnb expands anti-party restrictions to include Memorial Day weekend

Airbnb is reinstating its anti-party measures for the July 4th weekend and will be expanding them to include Memorial Day weekend for the first time.

Happy Forced Mother's Day: Texas ad agency addresses Roe V. Wade controversy

The Forced Mother's Day campaign cards can be shared with federal and state elected officials either physically or virtually to urge them to protect abortion rights.