Former Killeen housing director sentenced to prison for embezzling nearly $300k
The former executive director was found guilty of embezzling nearly $300,000 in federal funds for personal expenses like rent, travel, and a new vehicle.
Which stores are open and closed on Thanksgiving 2025 in Texas?
Many major grocery and pharmacy chains will be open on Thanksgiving Day, but they may have altered hours. We've put a list together for you.
Fall graduation checklist: Making sure students are on track
Education professionals are advising students to create a fall checklist to make sure they stay on track for the next semester.
Fund created for Texas Hill Country flood victims' families to receive trauma counseling
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has launched a new fund aimed at providing critical mental health support for families who lost loved ones in the devastating July 4 floods.
How to help Central Texas families in need: FOX 7 Spirit of Sharing
FOX 7 Spirit of Sharing unites our community and along with our matching partner United Heritage Credit Union, we're raising money for the Central Texas Food Bank.
United planes 'make contact' at Houston's Bush Intercontinental Airport
No injuries were reported after two United planes “make contact" at Bush Intercontinental Airport, according to a statement from United Airlines.
Winning $78 million lottery ticket sold in Texas hasn't been claimed
The sixth-largest ticket ever won in the Lotto Texas game's history will expire if the winner doesn't come forward in time.
Anita Byington: Travis County DA dismisses case against convicted killer
The Travis County District Attorney has dismissed the case against Allen Andre Causey. Causey was convicted of the 1991 murder of Anita Byington.
$283 DPS parking ticket in downtown Austin raises questions
If you're in downtown Austin and don't pay for parking, the ticket you get could end up costing you hundreds of dollars.
Austin City Council reworks budget after Prop Q fails; advocacy groups speak out
Austin City Council is starting to rework the budget after Prop Q failed. That tax rate election would've brought in $110 million.
Federal judge orders removal of Ten Commandments from some Texas schools
The decision requires the religious rules to be removed from certain school districts by Dec. 1.
This North Texas city is the ‘most dangerous’ in the state for pedestrians and drivers, report says
The city of Dallas is working to make changes after a report found it is the most dangerous large city in the state for pedestrians and drivers.
Operation Front Porch returns in Round Rock for the holidays
Round Rock residents will be able to again use Operation Front Porch to thwart porch pirates this holiday season.
Gov. Abbott designates Muslim Brotherhood, CAIR 'foreign terrorist organizations'
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has issued a proclamation designating two Muslim advocacy groups as foreign terrorist organizations.
Texas acquires thousands of acres for new state parks and Enchanted Rock expansion
Texas is embarking on a major expansion of its state park system, fueled by a $1 billion Centennial Parks Conservation Fund approved by voters in 2023, which has already led to the acquisition of thousands of acres for new parks and significant additions to popular sites like Enchanted Rock.
THC Ban: Texas Ag Commissioner supports regulations over federal ban
In reopening the federal government, lawmakers passed a bill banning THC products across the country. Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller said he supports regulations over a ban and believes the federal government will ultimately make some changes before the new law goes into effect.
Mexican man wanted for 2020 Georgetown murder arrested, charged
A man wanted for a Georgetown murder back in 2020 was arrested by U.S. Marshals.
Man files federal lawsuit against APD officer caught on camera punching him on 6th Street
An Austin man has filed a federal lawsuit against the city and the officer he says punched him in the head unprovoked on Sixth Street in October.
How every Texas House member voted on releasing Epstein files
The House of Representatives and Senate approved a bill on Tuesday that mandates the Justice Department to release all case files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Texas could be home to new FEMA headquarters, source says
Texas Division of Emergency Management Chief Nim Kidd is reportedly being considered as the new FEMA leader, despite having previously turned down the position to focus on Texas.