Man believed to have raped several elderly women in Bastrop Co. identified
Officials say after nearly three decades of investigating, they've identified the person who they believe raped several elderly women in Bastrop County between 1997 and 2005.
Officials say after nearly three decades of investigating, they've identified the person who they believe raped several elderly women in Bastrop County between 1997 and 2005.
2-year-old boy missing since August 2025 last seen in Buda
The Hays County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for help locating a 2-year-old boy who was last seen in Buda in August 2025.
The Hays County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for help locating a 2-year-old boy who was last seen in Buda in August 2025.
Austin's controversial Prop Q has sparked strong opinions
The controversial Proposition Q has sparked strong opinions this cycle. So far, more than 45,000 voters have submitted their ballots early in Austin.
The controversial Proposition Q has sparked strong opinions this cycle. So far, more than 45,000 voters have submitted their ballots early in Austin.
East Austin road safety improvements in the works
In response to strong community concerns over safety on the road, the City of Austin is rolling out improvements in east Austin.
In response to strong community concerns over safety on the road, the City of Austin is rolling out improvements in east Austin.
2025 Kyle mayor race: Who are the candidates?
Four people are running to be the next mayor of Kyle. FOX 7 Austin's Meredith Aldis sat down and spoke with three of the four candidates.
Four people are running to be the next mayor of Kyle. FOX 7 Austin's Meredith Aldis sat down and spoke with three of the four candidates.
Man wanted for murder found hiding in Austin homeless camp; Victim's sister speaks out
The state is removing homeless camps and relocating homeless people in Austin. This comes after a man who was wanted for murder was found earlier this month camping in the city.
The state is removing homeless camps and relocating homeless people in Austin. This comes after a man who was wanted for murder was found earlier this month camping in the city.
Austin Central Library shooting: Victim speaks out
The victim in Saturday's shooting at the Austin Central Library is now speaking out. And, new details revealed the suspect was involved in another shooting hours before.
The victim in Saturday's shooting at the Austin Central Library is now speaking out. And, new details revealed the suspect was involved in another shooting hours before.
Austin Democrat Sarah Eckhardt announces House bid
The Austin Democrat Sarah Eckhardt launched a congressional bid for the House seat being vacated by Republican Michael McCaul.
The Austin Democrat Sarah Eckhardt launched a congressional bid for the House seat being vacated by Republican Michael McCaul.
Man attacked victim with a baseball bat in downtown; police asking for help to identify him
Austin police are looking for a man they say assaulted someone with a bat in downtown Austin back in June.
Austin police are looking for a man they say assaulted someone with a bat in downtown Austin back in June.
Texas Longhorn QB Arch Manning in concussion protocol after OT win against Mississippi State
Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning is in concussion protocol after he was injured during Saturday's game against Mississippi State.
Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning is in concussion protocol after he was injured during Saturday's game against Mississippi State.
Ground delay lifted at Austin airport
A ground delay was lifted at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
A ground delay was lifted at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Man, woman found dead; police say recent storms likely played role in both deaths
Two people were found dead over the weekend in separate incidents and Austin police say recent storms likely played a role.
Two people were found dead over the weekend in separate incidents and Austin police say recent storms likely played a role.
Bastrop County food pantry "closely monitoring" SNAP changes, government shutdown
A Central Texas food pantry says they're “closely monitoring” the ongoing government shutdown. The USDA recently confirmed no SNAP benefits will be issued for November if it continues.
A Central Texas food pantry says they're “closely monitoring” the ongoing government shutdown. The USDA recently confirmed no SNAP benefits will be issued for November if it continues.
Austin Central Library shooting: New details released
The man accused of shooting someone inside the Austin Central Library is facing multiple charges, including five felonies. Court records also show he was on probation for previous felonies from 2023.
The man accused of shooting someone inside the Austin Central Library is facing multiple charges, including five felonies. Court records also show he was on probation for previous felonies from 2023.
DFW Airport experiencing ground delays due to staffing
Incoming flights at DFW Airport are being delayed because of staffing issues, according to FAA alert.
Incoming flights at DFW Airport are being delayed because of staffing issues, according to FAA alert.
Austin weather: First true Autumn front of the season on the way
The next game-changer will be the first true Autumn front of the season
The next game-changer will be the first true Autumn front of the season
Travis County Sheriff's Office hosts Trunk or Treat event
The Travis County Sheriff’s Office turned into everything Halloween for its annual event.
The Travis County Sheriff’s Office turned into everything Halloween for its annual event.
Free admission at Texas State Parks on Nov. 2
On Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, everyone can visit a state park for the day for free. There are 89 Texas State Parks. Here is what you need to know.
On Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, everyone can visit a state park for the day for free. There are 89 Texas State Parks. Here is what you need to know.
Austin Kidney Walk helps raise money and awareness
Members of the community came together at the Austin Kidney Walk to support those living with the disease, and to raise money for resources, awareness, advocacy and prevention.
Members of the community came together at the Austin Kidney Walk to support those living with the disease, and to raise money for resources, awareness, advocacy and prevention.
Austin rent prices fall, tenants see little relief
Rent prices in Austin have dipped slightly, but rising fees and income-linked rent limits mean many residents are still struggling to afford housing.
Rent prices in Austin have dipped slightly, but rising fees and income-linked rent limits mean many residents are still struggling to afford housing.


















