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
Texas winter weather: Austin Energy prepared for upcoming arctic blast
As winter weather draws closer, Austin Energy said they’re more prepared than ever to keep the lights on for more than 550,000 customers across Central Texas.
Wave of MLK Day celebrations sweep through Central Texas
A wave of Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations swept through Central Texas on Monday, as thousands took to the streets to honor the legacy of one of the country’s greatest civil rights activists.
Hays County officials blast federal ICE agents for "zero respect" after local raids
Federal immigration operations in Kyle and Buda have sparked criticism from local officials over a lack of communication and concerns regarding a filmed arrest that left a detainee injured.
Volente celebrates newest fire station
Volente officials celebrated the grand opening of a new 9,500-square-foot fire station on Saturday, marking the completion of a 15-month, on-budget project.
Austin yogurt shop murders: Travis County DA announces hearing to clear 4 previous suspects
The Travis County District Attorney has announced a hearing to clear the names of the four men who were previously accused of the 1991 Austin yogurt shop murders.
ICE protests in Austin: 5 arrested, charged for actions outside JJ Pickle building
Five people were arrested and booked in connection with ICE protests over the weekend. All five have since been released.
Austin protesters at State Capitol call on President Trump to "Help Iran"
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered at the Texas State Capitol on Sunday to support anti-government protests in Iran and call for U.S. intervention amid a deadly nationwide crackdown.
Off-duty deputy constable deadly shooting: 2 men arrested
Two men are in custody in connection with the fatal shooting of an off-duty Caldwell County deputy constable outside an Austin bar early Sunday morning.
Round Rock Car Wash remembers the lives of two teens killed in car wreck
A Round Rock car wash held a fundraiser Saturday to support the families of two teenage employees killed in a Christmas Eve car crash.
Kyle Police seize drugs, arrest 4 after multiple traffic stops over holiday weekend
The Kyle Police Department says four people were arrested, and drugs seized, after multiple traffic stops over the Christmas holiday weekend.