Texas State Rep. James Talarico to join US Senate race: Reports

The Austin representative has seen online fame in the recent legislative session for his composed delivery of sharp retorts, and mix of progressive policy and traditional Christian values.

Texas floods: Zilker Elementary families raising money for bike rack memorial for Cile Steward

Zilker Elementary families are coming together to honor one of their own who was lost in the deadly and devastating July 4th floods in Kerr County with a custom-made bike rack.

Body found on UT Austin campus near law school: UTPD

A body has been found on the University of Texas at Austin campus near the law school, according to the university police department.

'Stay tuned': Gov. Greg Abbott hints at 3rd special session to address THC ban

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Thursday hinted that he might call lawmakers back to Austin for a third special session after they failed to pass a law banning the sale of THC products in the state.

Texas Republicans sue Secretary of State over open primary system

The Texas Republican Party filed a lawsuit against Secretary of State Jane Nelson in an attempt to close the party's primary elections in the state to only registered Republicans.

Austin assisted living facility owner, former employees indicted in 2021 winter storm death

The Travis County District Attorney's Office has announced indictments against Harvest Renaissance - Austin, LLC and two ex-employees in the death of 73-year-old Cynthia Pierce during the 2021 winter storm.

Texas second special session ends with possible third looming

The second special session of the Texas legislature officially came to an end on Sept. 4, but a third possible session is looming.

Austin police looking for 7 suspects in connection to car burglaries at parks

The Austin Police Department is looking for seven people they said are connected to car burglaries at city parks. All the suspects have criminal histories.

AG Ken Paxton appeals court's ruling blocking display of Ten Commandments in Texas schools

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is asking a federal appeals court to take a look at a ruling that blocked the display of the Ten Commandments in some Texas classrooms.

FOX 7 Friday Football Game of the Week 2025: Liberty Hill vs Rouse

Who will win in Week 2's Game of the Week: the Liberty Hill Panthers or the Rouse Raiders? FOX 7 Austin's Clif Thornton previews this week's match-up.

Watchdog group files to unseal Angela and Ken Paxton divorce records

A nonprofit watchdog group has asked a district court judge in Collin County to unseal the divorce records of state Sen. Angela Paxton and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.

Harris County man solicited nudes from underage girls through Snapchat: Hays County sheriff

A Harris County man is facing a felony charge for allegedly soliciting nude images and videos from minors through Snapchat and providing a vape and alcohol to a minor in exchange for sexual favors.