Austin weather: Feels-like temps over 100 degrees

The heat goes on. Friday will be the hottest of the next 7 days. Zack Shields shows us just how high temps will get and when we could see some relief in his full forecast.

VIDEO: Texas officials move 12-foot alligator using grapple truck

The City of Mont Belvieu Public Works crew used their grapple truck to assist Animal Control in removing a 12 ft. gator from a ditch.

House fire in Northwest Austin

Austin fire crews responded to a house fire Friday morning in Northwest Austin.

Javier Ambler death: Former WilCo sheriff re-indicted

A Travis County grand jury has reindicted former Williamson County Sheriff Robert Chody for a case that had previously been dismissed.

Austin airport near-miss with 2 planes caused by lack of technology, air traffic control

A near-miss at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in 2023 was caused by a lack of critical safety technology, and incorrect assumptions by an air traffic controller, the National Transportation Safety Board said.

East Austin historic neighborhood redevelopment pushes completion to 2025

The redevelopment of a historic neighborhood in east Austin is taking longer than expected. FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski spoke with the Austin Housing Authority about the delay.

Video of cat on fire prompts major pet rescue; 7 puppies and 2 dogs rescued

A heartbreaking video of a kitten on fire has triggered a significant animal rescue operation. Authorities discovered and saved nine dogs, including seven puppies, from appalling conditions at the same location.

Dripping Springs man gets life in prison for sexually abusing child

Evidence showed that he had volunteered on numerous occasions to care for the child and sexually abused them, says the Hays County Criminal District Attorney.

Gov. Abbott releases 10 most wanted criminals list

Gov. Abbott has launched a "Top Ten Most Wanted" list for criminals who have entered Texas illegally.

Man convicted of murder in 2017 road rage incident

A man that fled the country after shooting and killing another in a road rage incident in 2017 has been convicted of murder, says the Travis County District Attorney's Office.

Austin weather: Hot and dry through the weekend

Enjoy the pleasant morning with less humidity and cooler temperatures because it's going to heat up big time with a full day of sunshine. 

Richardson man accused of raping, trafficking 16-year-old girl

Prosecutors say the man bought the child lingerie to “look and dress older so she could make money." He told her to refer to him as her pimp or “Daddy."

Austin salsa company expands business, gives advice to others

Small business owners are growing more optimistic and looking to grow their businesses next year, according to a recent survey. The owner of a salsa company is cooking up big plans for 2025.