Marco Bitonel
Marco Bitonel is a nightside reporter for FOX 7 Austin.
Before joining the team, Marco spent the last year as an anchor/reporter in Gulfport, Mississippi. While he was on the Coast, he covered events such as the New Year’s terror attack in New Orleans, President Biden’s visit to the region and communities devastated by floods.
Marco is a proud graduate of Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona, where he left with a bachelor’s in communication with an emphasis in broadcasting and new media. While at GCU, he was an anchor/reporter for the student-led broadcast, "Lopes Lately." Marco covered everything from campus events to March Madness, and it was in Phoenix where he realized his passion for news storytelling.
When not our reporting, you can catch Marco finding new running trails or looking for his next favorite bite to eat. If you have any story ideas (or food recommendations) feel free to send them over at marco.bitonel@FOX.com.
The latest from Marco Bitonel
Kayakers, roaring waters return to Barton Creek Greenbelt after heavy downpour
Heavy rainfall across Central Texas has led to some major transformations of Austin waterways. Spots like the Barton Creek Greenbelt have reached levels not seen in years.
Austin police release body cam footage, 911 call audio from in-custody death
The Austin Police Department has released new details regarding the death of a man in police custody over the weekend.
Buda man arrested for attempting to sell human skull
A Buda man is now facing a felony charge after allegedly attempting to sell a human skull online.
Man found dead inside trash can in South Austin: APD
A 59-year-old man was found dead in a trash can in South Austin this weekend.
Fire causes extensive damage to Bar Peached on West 6th Street in Austin
A massive early Sunday morning fire caused extensive damage to the popular Austin bar Bar Peached, forcing it to close indefinitely while fire officials investigate the cause.
Texas flooding: 15 people rescued after severe storms
It was a busy night across the region as torrential rain forced first responders to carry out multiple water rescues.
El Paso arrest made in Christmas Eve crash that killed two Round Rock teens
A man has been arrested in El Paso and faces multiple intoxication manslaughter charges following a tragic Christmas Eve crash that killed two Round Rock teenagers.
Serial burglar arrested after breaking into Austin store over 10 times
A serial burglar is once again behind bars after breaking into two local Austin stores.
Austin shooting spree: Manor man holds suspect at gunpoint during manhunt
During the massive manhunt for the Austin shooting spree suspects, a Manor man says he found two of the suspects hiding in his barn.
12 separate shootings across Austin; 3 teen suspects in custody
Austin and Manor police say that three suspects are now in custody following a series of apparently random shootings that unfolded across the city over the weekend.