Crash in downtown Austin kills elderly man: APD

Austin police are investigating a three-vehicle crash that killed a man in downtown Austin.

Solar eclipse 2024: We Are Blood asking for donations boost ahead of influx of visitors

Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to come to the Austin area for April's total solar eclipse. We Are Blood is asking for more blood donations in anticipation of the influx of visitors.

Possible explosion, fire at northwest Austin dental office: AFD

AFD crews are at the scene of a fire at a dental office in northwest Austin. AFD says there are reports of pressurized gas containers involved, with a possible explosion.

Easter 2024: Travis County Parks warn of busy holiday weekend

Travis County Parks is preparing for Easter Sunday, which they say is one of the busiest days of the year for the entire parks system.

Former Olympic athlete, parent of college champion aim to diversify professional sports business

FOX 7 Austin's Leslie Rangel spoke with a local Austin organization that's making sure young athletes who end their sports careers at graduation continue in the sports industry as decision makers and business leaders.

Texas Space Commission launched by Gov. Abbott, other state leaders

Gov. Abbott and other state leaders officially launched the Texas Space Commission at the NASA Johnson Space Center in Huston.

Round Rock residents can borrow tools from city

The City of Round Rock has launched a free service for residents to help them maintain their homes. It is a tool lending center with more than 100 tools available for use 24-hours a day, seven days a week.

Austin City Council selects next city manager

T.C. Broadnax, of Dallas, was offered the next Austin City Manager position, Mayor Kirk Watson announced.

Texas AG Ken Paxton securities fraud case deal reached with prosecutors

Prosecutors announced an agreement with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton that would ultimately dismiss securities fraud charges he has been facing for nearly a decade. Here are the terms of the deal.

Williamson Co. Precinct 4 Constable warns of illegal dumping

The Williamson County Precinct 4 Constable is warning people not to leave their trash on the side of the road.

Vince Young knockout in fight at Houston bar caught on video

Former NFL quarterback Vince Young was sucker punched during a bar altercation in Houston, sparked by a conversation about race, as captured in a wild video footage.

Texas fifth-grader heads to Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals at Augusta

Texas Terry is a local fifth-grader heading to Augusta National. He will be 1 of 80 kids from around the country, and the world, competing at the "Drive, Chip, and Putt National Finals" ahead of the Masters Tournament.

Father killed by teen son in East Travis County: TCSO

A 19-year-old has been arrested for murder in the shooting death of his father in East Travis County.

Austin weather: Chilly and sunny Tuesday

Enjoy the cooler temperatures Tuesday, because they won't last long. This will be the coolest of the next seven days. Zack Shields has details, plus when we could see our next chance of rain.

Austin residents urged to be prepared for possible flooding this spring

March through May is when Central Texas typically sees the most severe storms. That means lightning, strong wind and heavy rain that often leads to flash flooding.