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
Round Rock murder believed to be random act; man arrested: sheriff
Williamson County law enforcement has arrested a man in connection with a murder Monday in a Round Rock subdivision.
1 found dead in Round Rock; suspect at large: WCSO
The Williamson County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide in Round Rock.
Potential 'gang-related' activity being investigated at Akins ECHS
In a letter to parents and staff, Akins Early College High School has confirmed that a recent fight is believed to be gang related.
Georgetown officer-involved shooting: New details, man's identity released
Law enforcement has released new details about an officer-involved shooting in Georgetown, including the identity of the man killed.
Father asks public for help finding son missing in Austin for three weeks
A father is asking for the public’s help finding his missing son, who disappeared in Austin three weeks ago.
Flock cameras: Liberty Hill weighs future with automated license plate readers
There wasn't an empty seat inside the Liberty Hill Council chambers and the turnout was due in great part to an item on the city council's agenda: Flock cameras.
Federal prosecutors take aim at violent offenders across Austin area
Federal prosecutors have announced they’re pursuing around 40 cases for gun-related crimes in the Austin area. They say it’s the latest initiative to keep violent criminals behind bars and off the streets of Central Texas.
Austin Country Flea Market fire: Property owner voices concerns as investigation continues
An investigation is underway into the fire at the Austin Country Flea Market that left two people injured over the weekend.
Austin Country Flea Mart fire: 2 people treated for minor injuries
An investigation is underway after a massive fire at the Austin Country Flea Mart.
UT Austin welcomes new students at annual 'Gone to Texas' tradition
Around 10,000 new University of Texas students gathered beneath the UT Tower for "Gone to Texas," the campus's iconic annual celebration welcoming the Class of 2030 to Longhorn nation.