Colin Allred leads Democratic primary, trails Cruz in possible head-to-head, poll shows

The Hobby School of Public Affairs poll shows U.S. Congressman Colin Allred with a sizable lead over other challengers in the Democratic Primary, but trailing Senator Ted Cruz in a November matchup.

City of Austin could change the method for scaling dog bites

Austin City Council members are set to consider adopting a new method to rank dog bites, which would impact how the Austin Animal Center handles aggressive dogs.

Austin weather: Possible storms to start February

A Western Low is scheduled to arrive this week, bringing widespread rain and storms with it, says FOX 7 Austin meteorologist Zack Shields.

Irving police chase ends in Downtown Dallas crash; 4 dead, deputy injured

Four people were killed in Downtown Dallas after a police chase in Irving ended in a crash. A Dallas County sheriff’s deputy was also hurt.

New video shows what led up to multi-car crash in Round Rock

New video showed what led up to the multi-car crash in Round Rock on I-35. Police said they are investigating the incident.

Pflugerville ISD student shoots teen, runs him over on campus: affidavit

A Pflugerville ISD student is facing felony charges after police say he shot a former student with a stolen gun and ran him over with his car outside Connally High School.

Gov. Abbott targets anti-school choice House Republicans

Gov. Abbott has failed to get school vouchers passed through several special sessions, now the governor is targeting Republicans who would not vote for it. FOX 7's Mike Warren discusses with our panel.

Woman arrested after high-speed chase with children in car: FCSO

A woman was arrested in Fayette County after a high speed chase by police. Her three young children were found in the vehicle with her.

Fight started on CapMetro bus injures 1; suspect in custody: APD

A fight beginning on a CapMetro bus sent one man to the hospital with serious injuries. A suspect is in custody, according to Austin police.

Council to vote on securing APD pay, benefits without long-term union contract

Austin City Council will vote Thursday on an ordinance securing Austin police pay and benefits, including an incentive to bring the police union to the negotiation table for a new long-term contract.

5 Texas cities sued by AG over marijuana enforcement policies

Texas AG Ken Paxton is suing five Texas cities, including Austin, for adopting amnesty policies that violate Texas laws concerning marijuana possession and distribution.

All Texas police patrol cars need ballistic glass, nonprofit says

Texas lawmakers, a few years ago, passed a bill requiring bullet-resistant windshields on trooper patrol cars. A nonprofit group is trying to get that protection on all police and county patrol cars.

Smithville High offers more coding opportunities for students

Smithville High School is offering courses and a new club to encourage female students to get interested in coding and computer science.