Austinites look forward to 2024 with New Year's resolutions
Just hours after thousands of revelers rang in the New Year to fireworks over Lady Bird Lake, FOX 7 returned to Auditorium Shores to talk to Austinites about their hopes and goals for 2024.
New Year's 2023: Thousands gather at Auditorium Shores for fireworks, music and more
It's New Year's Eve, and tonight a grand celebration is underway at Austin's Auditorium Shores that will culminate with a big fireworks display at midnight.
Happy New Year: The top Austin news stories of 2023
Happy New Year! In this FOX 7 Focus, we're taking a look back at some of the biggest local stories of the year based on what you clicked on FOX7Austin.com.
'Super fog' possible overnight in Austin: NWS
If you're out on the roads tonight after ringing in the new year, be alert and aware of the possibility of dense fog, maybe even "super fog," says the National Weather Service.
Don't use 911 to report illegal fireworks in Austin: officials
Austin officials are urging residents to ring in 2024 responsibly and keep 9-1-1 available for true emergencies.
New Year's Eve: Major cities ring in 2024 as war shadows festivities elsewhere
Cities like Sydney and Hong Kong rang in 2024 with over-the-top fireworks shows. Watch their dazzling displays.
New Year’s NOW: Watch live coverage from around the world to ring in 2024
This New Year’s Eve, LiveNOW from FOX will take you from continent to continent as the world rings in the new year.
Kwanzaa 2023: George Washington Carver Museum hosts annual celebration
Community members gathered at Austin's George Washington Carver Museum on Saturday for the annual Kwanzaa Celebration, featuring food, music and ceremonies to celebrate the African American holiday.
New Year's Eve parties inside Times Square carry hefty price tag, over $12K to ring in 2024
Some hotels and restaurants in New York City's Times Square are offering exclusive New Year's Eve party packages, with tickets costing between $450 and $12,500.
Refugees from Ukraine, Afghanistan sell crafts at YMCA holiday bazaar
Austin refugees had the opportunity to sell their jewelry, baked goods, art and more at the TownLake YMCA's Refugee Holiday Arts and Crafts Bazaar.
Watch Night service: How the tradition for Black Americans has evolved since 1862
Watch Night services, which date back to the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862, are still observed on New Year's Eve at many multiracial and predominately Black churches in the US.
Police: Avoid drunk driving, practice gun safety over New Year's Eve
As you celebrate New Year's Eve this weekend, law enforcement officers say safety should always be your top priority.
FBI, law enforcement brace for potential threats during New Year's Eve bash
'I would say overall that, yes, there are threats out there, but we are out there to protect the community day in and day out,' said James Smith of the FBI
Tips to keep your pets calm during New Year's fireworks
We'll be ringing in the New Year in just a few days. Sometimes celebrations include fireworks, which can be very stressful for pets. A local vet gives advice on keeping pets safe and calm.
Booty Patrol, sausage slinger & 'butt naked' driver lead wackiest Florida Man stories of 2023
We found the wackiest Florida man stories of 2023 so you didn't have to.
New Year's Day is one of the most dangerous days to drive: AAA
January 1 is one of the deadliest days of the year for alcohol-related traffic fatalities, according to AAA.
Disabled veteran's truck robbed on Christmas morning
Steven Kelleher, a disabled veteran in Lago Vista, says he lives to help people. Now he needs help after three people were caught on camera stealing from his truck on Christmas morning.
What's open and closed on New Year's Day 2024
Say goodbye to 2023, and hello to 2024! New Year’s Day is on a Monday this year, and many grocery stores and offices will be closed in observance of the holiday.
Tips to avoid burglars this holiday season
Christmas is ending, and you may be getting rid of empty boxes or taking advantage of post-holiday sales. As you do, make sure you're not making yourself a target for thieves or burglars.
GoFundMe money helps Austin family who lost their house to fire
People in Austin have raised thousands of dollars for a family who lost their home in a fire days before Christmas.