Ken Paxton appeals decision on State Fair of Texas gun ban

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has appealed a Dallas judge's ruling that would allow the State Fair of Texas' gun ban to remain in effect.

Christopher Taylor: Jury selection to begin Monday in latest trial

Austin Police Officer Christopher Taylor will soon be back on trial, this time in connection with the 2019 death of Dr. Mauris DeSilva.

Georgetown Fire Department's education dog releases children's book

One dog is proving anything is 'paw'-sible by releasing a children's book about her adventures as part of the Georgetown Fire Department.

Alpha School uses AI to teach students academics for just two hours a day

An Austin woman frustrated with traditional schooling is using artificial intelligence to teach kids academics with only two hours a day.

Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, but how will it impact Austin?

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates this week, but what will the impact be on Austin's real estate market? Olivia Vale with Roots Residential Group joins FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak to break it down in this FOX 7 Focus.

Del Valle ISD Board names lone finalist for superintendent

The Del Valle ISD Board has named Dr. Matthew Gutierrez the lone finalist for the Superintendent of Schools position. Gutierrez will be the first Latino superintendent to serve the district.

Scammers pretending to be Hays County lieutenant: sheriff

A scammer is claiming to be a Hays County Sheriff's lieutenant, prompting the sheriff's office to warn residents.

Woman struck, killed by vehicle in Bastrop: police

A woman is dead after she was struck by vehicle while trying to cross SH 71 in Bastrop, police say.

2 people found dead in South Austin home: APD

Two people were found dead in a South Austin home following a check welfare call Saturday afternoon.

Austin murder suspect in 2021 deadly stabbing released from jail

Mithovar Christopher Antoine Jr. was arrested for a deadly stabbing in South Austin in July 2021. He was arrested last week, and bonded out of jail four days later.

Man arrested for attacking East Austin home 7 times: APD

A man was arrested in connection to a series of crimes conducted at a home in East Austin, the Austin Police Department said.