UIL bans foreign exchange students from Texas varsity sports

The University Interscholastic League is making changes to who is eligible to participate in varsity high school athletics.

Train collides with rock hauler in Schertz: police

An Amtrak train collided with a rock hauler in Schertz, causing traffic delays Tuesday morning, police say.

Man believed to have raped several elderly women in Bastrop Co. identified

Officials say after nearly three decades of investigating, they've identified the person who they believe raped several elderly women in Bastrop County between 1997 and 2005.

2-year-old boy missing since August 2025 last seen in Buda

The Hays County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for help locating a 2-year-old boy who was last seen in Buda in August 2025.

Austin's controversial Prop Q has sparked strong opinions

The controversial Proposition Q has sparked strong opinions this cycle. So far, more than 45,000 voters have submitted their ballots early in Austin.

East Austin road safety improvements in the works

In response to strong community concerns over safety on the road, the City of Austin is rolling out improvements in east Austin.

2025 Kyle mayor race: Who are the candidates?

Four people are running to be the next mayor of Kyle. FOX 7 Austin's Meredith Aldis sat down and spoke with three of the four candidates.

Man wanted for murder found hiding in Austin homeless camp; Victim's sister speaks out

The state is removing homeless camps and relocating homeless people in Austin. This comes after a man who was wanted for murder was found earlier this month camping in the city.

Austin Central Library shooting: Victim speaks out

The victim in Saturday's shooting at the Austin Central Library is now speaking out. And, new details revealed the suspect was involved in another shooting hours before.

Austin Democrat Sarah Eckhardt announces House bid

The Austin Democrat Sarah Eckhardt launched a congressional bid for the House seat being vacated by Republican Michael McCaul.

Ground delay lifted at Austin airport

A ground delay was lifted at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.

Bastrop County food pantry "closely monitoring" SNAP changes, government shutdown

A Central Texas food pantry says they're “closely monitoring” the ongoing government shutdown. The USDA recently confirmed no SNAP benefits will be issued for November if it continues.

Austin Central Library shooting: New details released

The man accused of shooting someone inside the Austin Central Library is facing multiple charges, including five felonies. Court records also show he was on probation for previous felonies from 2023.

DFW Airport experiencing ground delays due to staffing

Incoming flights at DFW Airport are being delayed because of staffing issues, according to FAA alert.