Texas: The Issue Is - Republican In-Fighting

North Texas State Rep. Jared Patterson (R-Frisco) and several other Republican lawmakers are being called not conservative enough by some groups. Patterson responded to those claims and the record of the Texas House.

Texas weather: Emergency resources activated ahead of rainfall

A storm system moving across Texas is expected to bring heavy rainfall, so the state is activating its emergency resources.

Police shoot, injure stabbing suspect at North Austin home

A 911 call turned into an officer-involved shooting overnight at a North Austin home, says Austin police.

Rachel Cooke missing for 22 years: Where her case stands

Rachel Cooke has been missing for over two decades since disappearing in Georgetown, Texas. Her family, and the Williamson County Sheriff's Office, are still trying to find her.

Austin weather: How to protect plants against freezing temperatures

Freezing temperatures may harm plants tonight. Local nurseries are urging residents to prepare their plants for the wintery conditions.

Texas Children's Hospital's new Austin campus holds welcoming event

Texas Children's Hospital's new campus in north Austin welcomed the community with a Family Fun Run and Walk on Saturday afternoon.

Carolyn Jackson, former KTBC news personality, dies at 96

Carolyn Jackson, who died this week at 96, was an icon of central Texas broadcast news, hosting her own program on KTBC in the 1960s and 1970s.

Texas weather: Will forecasted rain put a dent in drought?

With rain forecasted for Central Texas next week, the district will continue to monitor the Edwards Aquifer.

Art Acevedo, former Austin police chief, returns to city in new role

Former Austin Police Chief Art Acevedo is returning to the city and will take on a different role, sources tell FOX 7 Austin.

Austin activates cold weather shelters ahead of hard freeze

Ahead of an overnight freeze this weekend, the city of Austin has activated cold weather shelters again tonight.

Crash on I-35 in Round Rock closes all southbound lanes: RRPD

Southbound lanes on I-35 in Round Rock are closed after a "major accident," according to RRPD. Drivers are asked to seek alternate routes.