Austin weather: First responders warn people about dangerous heat conditions

Monday, August 19, was the hottest day of the year, so far, in Central Texas. First responders in Travis County are warning residents about the dangerous conditions, signs of heat-related illnesses and how to avoid them.

Missing: Hays County Sheriff's Office searching for man

The Hays County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help finding 46-year-old Anthony Ruiz. His truck was last seen in Cedar Park.

Man arrested for breaking into vehicle in Fayette County: FCSO

A man was arrested for breaking into a car and stealing items inside in Fayette County, the sheriff's office said.

Body recovered from Lake Travis

The search for a missing swimmer is now over after a body was found in Lake Travis.

Houston gospel music producer charged with 4 counts of sexual assault

DNA evidence connected gospel music producer Kerry Fitzgerald Douglas, 59, to multiple sexual assault cases, according to court documents.

North Texas UPS driver crashes after passing out from heat, union says

A North Texas UPS driver was sent to the hospital on Friday after allegedly passing out while behind the wheel due to the heat and crashing.

Uvalde families continue fight for justice after city releases files, recordings

Uvalde city officials recently released a trove of videos, audio, and documents connected to the May 2022 shooting in Uvalde. Attorney Stephanie Sherman talks with John Krinjak about this in this FOX 7 Focus.

Missing Army veteran Haleigh Murphy: Family, friends to hold candlelight vigil

An Army veteran from Temple is still missing after more than a year. Her family and friends will be gathering for a candlelight vigil in her honor in Round Rock, where she was last seen.

Texas could spend $55 billion to prevent flooding

One in six Texans live or work in areas at risk for flooding, so the state of Texas is looking to spend billions to address that.

State Fair of Texas' ban on guns 'actually reduces safety', Republicans argue

There hasn't been this much heat on the State Fair since Big Tex caught on fire. In this week's Texas: The Issue Is the FOX Texas Trio discusses the fair's new gun ban and push by Republican lawmakers to overturn it.

Austin weather: Heat advisory in place until Monday night

A Heat Advisory is in place through Monday night and officials are advising Central Texans to stay hydrated and stay cool.

New fentanyl awareness billboards unveiled in South Austin

Two new billboards in South Austin aim to raise awareness about the magnitude of the opioid crisis in Central Texas.

Round Rock ISD approves nearly $1B bond election

The August 15 Round Rock ISD school board meeting ended with applause as members approved the largest proposed bond in district history with a five to two vote.

Shooting incidents at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, no injuries reported

Security at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland returned fire on at least one shooter who reportedly fired at the main gate of the Chapman Training Annex.