Kia, Hyundai among top brands targeted by car burglars in Texas: statistics
Statistics show that in Texas, Kia is one of the top brands targeted by car burglars, alongside sister brand Hyundai.
Father says daughter was sexually assaulted at Lockhart child care facility, wants changes statewide
A Lockhart father is speaking out after fighting for justice for his child for almost three years. He says his child was sexually assaulted by a teenager at a child care facility in 2022.
Texas man charged with sending sexually suggestive, threatening messages to WNBA star Caitlin Clark
A Texas man is facing up to six years in prison after police said he sent numerous sexually suggestive and threatening messages to WNBA star Caitlin Clark.
Woman deemed Texas' first female sexually violent predator to receive involuntary treatment
A woman who preyed on two Comal County teens could spend the rest of her life receiving involuntary treatment. She was deemed Texas’ first female sexually violent predator.
Cristian Rangel: Family still searching for answers in connection to man's murder
What happened to Cristian Rangel? The family of Rangel is still looking for answers.
Austin crime: Naked man attacks woman near Moody Center, victim says
A woman is warning others about a man who attacked her while she was walking to her car in East Austin.
Austin rape survivor advocates for expansion of DNA technology used by FBI
A sexual assault survivor from Austin said DNA technology could help save others from the years of terror she experienced when her attacker wasn’t caught.
DNA evidence links man to 2003 sexual assault of Austin woman in Arizona
DNA evidence helped link a man to the 2003 sexual assault of an Austin woman in Arizona. 19 states currently require DNA collection during all felony arrests, including Texas.
More than $70K in music equipment stolen from East Austin recording studio
Nearly $70K in music equipment, including more than 20 guitars, were stolen from an East Austin recording studio last month
Human trafficking survivor shares her story | FOX 7 CrimeWatch
A survivor of human trafficking is sharing her story in hopes of bringing awareness to the crime's prevalence. FOX 7 CrimeWatch reporter Meredith Aldis spoke with her and the regional director of Unbound Now.
All 5 Austin men arrested for November 2024 murder were out on bond at time of killing: APD
Austin police said all five men arrested for the November 2024 murder of Xavier Jones were out on bond at the time of the killing. Community leaders are outraged and are calling for reform.
Man faces 20 years in prison after 7th DWI offense, killing 2 people
A judge will soon decide how long a man will spend behind bars for drinking while driving. In December 2022, Roberto Rangel was involved in a crash that killed two people.
Should Austin police officers respond to mental health crisis calls?
Should Austin police officers respond to mental health crisis calls? Some believe they shouldn't.
West Lake Hills Police Department to utilize license plate readers
West Lake Hills is the latest police department to use license plate readers. It’s a controversial technology police, HOAs and businesses are using to fight crime.
Family of woman killed in East Austin want her killer found
The family of a woman who was murdered in East Austin wants to know who killed her.
MS-13 gang member in ICE custody after being arrested in Lakeway
An MS-13 gang member is in ICE custody after being arrested by Lakeway police on Tuesday. Luis Manuel Hernandez Bonilla was wanted for homicide in El Salvador.
Is Austin safe? Statistics show crime down from 2023 but pre-pandemic numbers differ
Statistics show reported crime is down in Austin in 2024 compared to 2023, but not necessarily the same can be said comparing to pre-pandemic numbers.
Homicides in Austin trending down from 2021: report
Crime trends indicated Austin was going to break a record for the number of homicides in the city after a violent November, but statistics show homicides in Austin this year are down compared to the last four years.
Kaitlin Armstrong's brief escape from custody
FOX 7 has obtained evidence never seen before outside the courtroom in the Kaitlin Armstrong murder trial. In this report, FOX 7 Austin's Meredith Aldis detailed Armstrong's brief escape and then being brought into the courtroom.
Kaitlin Armstrong murder trial: Videos and photos of evidence provided at trial
FOX 7 has obtained evidence that has never been seen outside the courtroom from the Kaitlin Armstrong murder trial. In this report, you will find videos and photos of evidence provided at the trial.