Central Texas passenger rail: Officials speak on plans to expand services
The Texas Passenger Rail Advisory Committee hosted a meeting to discuss plans to expand train services.
The Texas Passenger Rail Advisory Committee hosted a meeting to discuss plans to expand train services.
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.
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.
Man who killed grandparents in South Austin charged with capital murder: APD
A man was arrested and charged for killing his grandparents in their South Austin home on Saturday, the Austin Police Department said.
A man was arrested and charged for killing his grandparents in their South Austin home on Saturday, the Austin Police Department said.
TEA commissioner calls for phones to be banned from Texas classrooms
Commissioner Mike Morath called phones a distraction that are “extremely harmful for student learning."
Commissioner Mike Morath called phones a distraction that are “extremely harmful for student learning."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Marble Falls ISD school resource officer injured after 'accidental' gun discharge
Marble Falls ISD says one of its school resource officers was injured in the leg after an 'accidental discharge' of his gun inside the holster.
Marble Falls ISD says one of its school resource officers was injured in the leg after an 'accidental discharge' of his gun inside the holster.
Former NASA rocket scientist helps promote car seat safety with TxDOT
Former NASA scientist Shayla Rivera teamed up with TxDOT in an effort to educate people on proper car seat installation.
Former NASA scientist Shayla Rivera teamed up with TxDOT in an effort to educate people on proper car seat installation.
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.
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.
No. 1 Texas keeps rolling behind Manning and Blue, routs ULM 51-3 in last game before SEC play
Arch Manning earned his first career win as a starter and Jaydon Blue scored four touchdowns as No. 1 Texas ran over Louisiana-Monroe 51-3 Saturday night.
Arch Manning earned his first career win as a starter and Jaydon Blue scored four touchdowns as No. 1 Texas ran over Louisiana-Monroe 51-3 Saturday night.
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.
A scammer is claiming to be a Hays County Sheriff's lieutenant, prompting the sheriff's office to warn residents.
Cards Against Humanity sues Elon Musk’s SpaceX over alleged trespassing in Texas
The makers of Cards Against Humanity allege SpaceX has essentially treated the game company’s property as its own for at least the past six months.
The makers of Cards Against Humanity allege SpaceX has essentially treated the game company’s property as its own for at least the past six months.
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.
A woman is dead after she was struck by vehicle while trying to cross SH 71 in Bastrop, police say.
Amber Alert discontinued: Missing 6-year-old Maxamillius Dominguez found
The statewide Amber Alert for 6-year-old Maxamillius Dominguez has been discontinued after officials say the young boy was found.
The statewide Amber Alert for 6-year-old Maxamillius Dominguez has been discontinued after officials say the young boy was found.
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.
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.
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.
Parts of Old Settlers Park to close for major construction project
Parts of Old Settlers Park in Round Rock will close for a major construction project starting Monday, Sept. 23.
Parts of Old Settlers Park in Round Rock will close for a major construction project starting Monday, Sept. 23.
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.
A man was arrested in connection to a series of crimes conducted at a home in East Austin, the Austin Police Department said.



















