Explosion at construction site near Manor sends three to the hospital

Three people were hurt, one with critical injuries, after an explosion at a construction site near Manor. OSHA is investigating the incident.

Smoke in far east Austin due to prescribed fire: AFD

Seeing smoke in east Austin? It may be from a prescribed fire conducted by the Austin Parks department near SH 130 and HWY 290.

Humorous highway signs: Federal government urges states to stop

The Texas Department of Transportation, TxDOT, is pushing back, after the federal government urged states to get rid of humorous highway signs.

US 290 expansion project receives pushback from Dripping Springs residents

While TxDOT said the expansion is aimed at making improvements, many who attended the community meeting said it is doing the direct opposite.

Red River Cultural District seeks funding aid package

Interim executive director for Red River Cultural District Nicole Klepadlo spoke to FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren about help with funding this year's events.

Off-duty Texas school officer in coma after selfless act turns tragic

Officer Tina Egelston of the Edgewood Independent School District in Texas is currently in a medically-induced coma after being struck by a vehicle. The incident occurred while she was off-duty, directing traffic.

Alex Gonzales Jr.’s family files formal complaint against APD officer

The family of Alex Gonzales, Jr., a man who was shot and killed three years ago in Austin, has filed a formal complaint against Officer Gutierrez with Office of Police Oversight.

Texas' border battle with White House takes center stage at congressional hearing

A congressional hearing was held on Tuesday focused on the rights of states when it comes to immigration. A partisan tone dominated the debate over Governor Abbott's standoff with the White House on razor wire and other deterrents.

AMBER Alert canceled for 14-year-old girl

An AMBER Alert has been canceled for a missing 14-year-old from Gonzales.

Austin weather: Sunny, mild streak continues

The Austin area weather is going feel like winter in the morning but then change into a false spring afternoon.