Texas investigates FIFA over 2026 World Cup ticket seat downgrades

Texas has launched an investigation into FIFA over allegations that fans paying premium prices for 2026 World Cup tickets were downgraded to lower-tier seats.

Overgrown lot owned by City of Austin trimmed after months of 311 requests

A lot in Central Austin was overgrown for months. An HOA president says 311 requests to the city yielded no results, until 7 On Your Side stepped in.

Toxic blue-green algae found in Austin waterways
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Austin Watershed Protection says its staff has observed thick mats of blue-green algae, some of which may be toxic, on lakes in the area.

No fly zones enforced for drones near Texas' 2026 World Cup venues

Texas DPS is warning drone operators that unauthorized flights near 2026 World Cup matches face immediate aircraft seizure and criminal charges under strict new airspace restrictions.

Possible toxic blue-green algae found on Lady Bird Lake & Lake Austin

Austin Watershed Protection says its staff has observed thick mats of blue-green algae, some of which may be toxic, on lakes in the area.

USDA Secretary calls Miller 'unserious' after he bashes federal screwworm response

U.S. Agriculture Sec. Brooke Rollins called Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller “unserious” after Miller made comments questioning the federal response to the new world screwworm.

39 migrants saved from locked, flaming trailer following chase at Texas checkpoint

Border Patrol agents and Texas state troopers rescued 39 migrants from a locked, burning tractor-trailer following a pursuit that began at an immigration checkpoint, federal authorities said.

Austin police say missing 73-year-old man found

The Austin Police Department says a missing 73-year-old man who requires medication has been found.

Nonprofit suffers flood damage from heavy rains
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A local nonprofit is working to clean up after heavy rain caused significant flooding over the weekend. FOX 7 Austin’s Katie Pratt went to Leander to speak with the founder.

San Antonio Spurs rally past New York Knicks in crucial Game 3 of 2026 NBA Finals

The San Antonio Spurs erased a seven-point halftime deficit behind Victor Wembanyama to defeat the New York Knicks in Game 3 of the NBA Finals and cut New York's series lead to 2-1.

New World screwworm in Texas: Austin vet offers advice on keeping pets safe

Livestock and pet owners in Texas are on high alert after a case of New World screwworm was confirmed in a dog. An Austin vet is offering some advice on how to protect your pets.

New World screwworm gets political in Texas governor's race

The New World screwworm has gotten political. As Gov. Greg Abbott elevated the state response, his Democratic opponent Gina Hinojosa renewed her call for hearings.

Man crashes stolen van into cop car: Kyle police

An Austin man was arrested after he allegedly crashed a stolen van into a Kyle police patrol unit last week.

Lubbock judge blocks NCAA permanent ban of Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, after gambling controversy

A Texas judge has blocked the NCAA's permanent gambling ban on Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby, clearing him to play the 2026 season after a two-game suspension in a case centering on mental health and addiction.

Suspect dies after APD officers used Taser on him: police

The Austin Police Department says a male suspect died after being shot by a Taser while being detained by officers. Police are expected to release more details later this week.

Family says Houston man died saving teen in recent carjacking incident

A Houston mother and her five children are demanding accountability from the Texas justice system following the shooting death of a youth baseball coach, a tragedy community advocates on Monday labeled a "cataclysmic failure" of the courts.