Minor arrested in double-fatal shooting in Williamson County

The situation ended after officials successfully negotiated a barricade situation with the minor, they say.

Victim identified in 1st Austin homicide of 2026

The man was shot in the chest at a New Year's Eve party not long after the clock struck midnight on Jan. 1.

What to expect in trial for Uvalde officer set to begin next week

For the families of those murdered at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, next week will reopen wounds that never fully healed.

Texas State wallops Rice at Armed Forces Bowl

The Texas State University Bobcats trounced the Rice University Owls at the Armed Forces Bowl on Friday 41-10.

Abbott demands Mexico extradite suspect in Texas commissioner’s slaying

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has demanded that Mexico extradite the suspect named in the shooting death of a state commissioner over the weekend.

Suspect charged in connection to Georgetown double homicide

A suspect has been officially charged in connection to the deaths of James Yost and Kenneth Clanton in December 2025.

These are the best places to stargaze in the Lone Star State

If you want to get a marvelous view of a meteor shower or a stunning scene of stars, there are lots of places to choose from in Texas.

Texas justice 2026: The high-profile trials to track this year

As Texas enters 2026, the state’s legal docket is dominated by high-profile trials ranging from the Uvalde school shooting response to a viral "wedding of the century" assault. These cases have captured national attention due to their tragic nature, celebrity involvement or viral social media origins.

Thousands take the Polar Bear Plunge at Barton Springs Pool

Thousands of people jumped into Barton Springs Pool for a time-honored tradition of the annual Polar Bear Plunge.

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Thousands of people jumped into Barton Springs Pool for the annual Polar Bear Plunge. It's a time-honored tradition to wash off the old and dive into the new year. FOX 7 Austin's Angela Shen tested the waters and caught up with some friend groups of different generations.

3 teens arrested, multiple stolen items recovered in Kyle New Year's Eve traffic stop

Stolen firearms, vehicles, credit cards, checks and other items were recovered following a routine traffic stop in Kyle on New Year's Eve. Three teens were arrested.

5 juveniles shot at New Year's Eve party in Round Rock

The Round Rock Police Department is investigating a New Year's Eve shooting that left five people hurt.

1st babies of 2026 in Austin welcomed at area hospitals

Ascension Seton Medical Center, St. David's Healthcare and Texas Children's welcomed the first babies of the new year.

The stories shaping Texas in 2026: World Cup, elections and education

In 2026, stadiums in Texas will be packed with fans from around the world, new security exchanges will open, education in the Lone Star State will change and Texans will cast ballots under newly drawn political lines. These are the key stories that are set to shape Texas, its place in the United States and the world in 2026.