Water shortage becoming crisis in Hays County
The Hays County Judge is expected to address Commissioners Court regarding the water shortage impacting the county. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera reports.
The Hays County Judge is expected to address Commissioners Court regarding the water shortage impacting the county. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera reports.
Texas student walkouts: AG launches investigation into 3 districts
Three Texas school districts are now under investigation by the Texas Attorney General over recent student walkouts in protest of ICE operations and immigration policies.
Three Texas school districts are now under investigation by the Texas Attorney General over recent student walkouts in protest of ICE operations and immigration policies.
Woman rescued from one of the deepest caves in Texas
A specialized rescue team of more than 60 personnel successfully extricated a researcher from one of the deepest cave systems in Texas on Sunday morning after a falling rock caused serious head and back injuries nearly 500 feet below ground.
A specialized rescue team of more than 60 personnel successfully extricated a researcher from one of the deepest cave systems in Texas on Sunday morning after a falling rock caused serious head and back injuries nearly 500 feet below ground.
Texas CBP officers intercept $6.8M of cocaine hidden in fresh flower shipment
CBP officers seized $6.8 million worth of cocaine hidden inside a shipment of roses at the Laredo Port of Entry just before Valentine's Day.
CBP officers seized $6.8 million worth of cocaine hidden inside a shipment of roses at the Laredo Port of Entry just before Valentine's Day.
Voters to weigh 13 policy propositions in March 2026 Democratic Primary
Texas Democrats are set to vote on a wide-ranging list of 13 advisory propositions during the 2026 Primary.
Texas Democrats are set to vote on a wide-ranging list of 13 advisory propositions during the 2026 Primary.
Ascension Seton Austin Marathon draws big support
Annual Austin Marathon draws a huge crowd as runners are cheered on by the thousands of supports. Many residents noticed the increased amount of road closures as runners were crossing the finish line.
Annual Austin Marathon draws a huge crowd as runners are cheered on by the thousands of supports. Many residents noticed the increased amount of road closures as runners were crossing the finish line.
Austin Police investigate fatal shooting near Gus Garcia Recreation Center
One man is dead and another injured following a Sunday morning shooting near the Gus Garcia Recreation Center on East Rundberg Lane.
One man is dead and another injured following a Sunday morning shooting near the Gus Garcia Recreation Center on East Rundberg Lane.
Wood County deputy, DPS trooper in critical condition after officer-involved shooting
A standoff in Wood County ended in gunfire Sunday morning after a suspect who allegedly shot two law enforcement officers late Saturday was killed during a breach of his home, authorities said. Wood County is about 100 miles east of Dallas County.
A standoff in Wood County ended in gunfire Sunday morning after a suspect who allegedly shot two law enforcement officers late Saturday was killed during a breach of his home, authorities said. Wood County is about 100 miles east of Dallas County.
Austin police investigate 8th homicide of 2026
The Austin Police Department is investigating its eighth homicide of the year after two people were found dead in south Austin Saturday morning.
The Austin Police Department is investigating its eighth homicide of the year after two people were found dead in south Austin Saturday morning.
Sisters mourn husbands killed after crash sends car onto Dallas sidewalk
Two sisters are mourning the deaths of their husbands this Valentine's Day after the brothers in law were fatally hit by a car while standing on a Dallas sidewalk.
Two sisters are mourning the deaths of their husbands this Valentine's Day after the brothers in law were fatally hit by a car while standing on a Dallas sidewalk.
Federal agents seize $6.8M in cocaine in Laredo from truck hauling flowers
U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents seized nearly $7 million worth of cocaine from a tractor-trailer claiming to be carrying fresh flowers.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents seized nearly $7 million worth of cocaine from a tractor-trailer claiming to be carrying fresh flowers.
Famed Houston forensic artist breaks retirement to release unofficial sketch in Nancy Guthrie search
The world-record-holding artist says she felt a deep emotional pull to help the Guthrie family and is willing to face professional criticism if her unofficial contribution leads to a break in the high-profile case.
The world-record-holding artist says she felt a deep emotional pull to help the Guthrie family and is willing to face professional criticism if her unofficial contribution leads to a break in the high-profile case.
Hunt accuses Cornyn's camp of 'doxxing' amid voter fraud allegations
U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-Houston) is accusing the campaign team for Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) of "doxxing," after a social media post accused the congressman of voter fraud.
U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-Houston) is accusing the campaign team for Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) of "doxxing," after a social media post accused the congressman of voter fraud.
Austin florist manages busy Valentine's season in midst of cancer battle
One local florist says she’s in the fight of her life, but she’s still spreading joy to others this Valentine's Day.
One local florist says she’s in the fight of her life, but she’s still spreading joy to others this Valentine's Day.
Early voting in Texas primary begins next week
Two top political leaders in Texas are providing their take on momentum and messaging as the midterm primary races get closer to the ballot box.
Two top political leaders in Texas are providing their take on momentum and messaging as the midterm primary races get closer to the ballot box.
The 12 most wanted fugitives in Hays Co. - turn in your ex for Valentine's Day
If you have an ex-Valentine who has warrants, the perfect payback could be to turn them in.
If you have an ex-Valentine who has warrants, the perfect payback could be to turn them in.
Federal court upholds Texas' ban on paid ballot harvesting
A federal appeals court will allow Texas to enforce restrictions on paid ballot harvesting, reversing a lower court ruling that deemed the measure unconstitutional.
A federal appeals court will allow Texas to enforce restrictions on paid ballot harvesting, reversing a lower court ruling that deemed the measure unconstitutional.
Texans accused in alleged $220M nationwide cattle fraud scheme
Two Texas residents were a part of five people federally indicted for an alleged cattle purchase contract scheme worth around $220 million.
Two Texas residents were a part of five people federally indicted for an alleged cattle purchase contract scheme worth around $220 million.
Abbott ups Texas' readiness ahead of Valentine’s Day storm threat
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has increased the state’s readiness ahead of a severe weather threat on Valentine’s Day.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has increased the state’s readiness ahead of a severe weather threat on Valentine’s Day.
2026 FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour in Texas: Schedule and how to get tickets
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour is bringing soccer’s most iconic prize to Texas this spring, offering fans in Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio a rare chance to see the original solid-gold trophy and participate in interactive fan festivals ahead of the summer tournament.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour is bringing soccer’s most iconic prize to Texas this spring, offering fans in Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio a rare chance to see the original solid-gold trophy and participate in interactive fan festivals ahead of the summer tournament.