Central Texas firefighters back from SoCal
Central Texas firefighters are coming home this week after helping crews in Southern California battle wildfires around Los Angeles. Dakota Morrissey, news editor for The Daily Trib, joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss.
Improving Austin's storm disaster response
A multi-day freeze and winter storm went smoothly in Austin. FOX 7 Austin's Casey Claiborne spoke to Mayor Watson about the city's response to this week's arctic blast.
Preparing for the arctic blast
Many communities are bracing for next week's arctic blast. We're expecting several freezing nights and the possibility of snow. FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren was joined by Round Rock Mayor Craig Morgan to discuss.
Program to help people diagnosed with Alzheimer's
Being diagnosed with Alzheimer's is life changing and it's always better to detect it sooner rather than later. Robert Slack, ADRD coordinator and dementia resource specialist with the Area Agency on Aging, speaks on a new program to support people facing Alzheimer's and related dementias.
Challenges to 89th Texas legislature
Lawmakers are back in Austin for the 89th Texas legislature, and a lot of the same concerns from two years ago are going to be back on the block this time around. Matt Mackowiak, chair of the Travis County Republican Party, joined FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss
Latest news in Gillespie County
The Fredericksburg Standard's Carrie Burgess joined FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss the latest news from Gillespie County
Is Austin prepared for a wildfire outbreak?
Fixing housing prices and keeping residents safe from wildfires. Austin City Council District 10's newest council member Mark Duchin joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss
Kyle residents trying to save 400 year old tree
Kyle residents are trying to save a piece of Hays County history. "Jolene" the tree sits on Old Stagecoach Road and is estimated to be about 400 years old. FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren was joined by Ashley Kontnier, from the Hays Free Press, to discuss.
How do I help my aging relative?
The holiday can be a difficult time, especially for those with aging relatives. FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas speaks with Jennifer Scott, Director of the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area, on how to know when your aging relative is having issues living independently.
Helping elderly loved ones during the holidays
The holidays can be extra tough for people going through a difficult time, including many older adults. Nancy McCranie, director of volunteer and bereavement service at Hospice Austin, joins FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss.
Gillespie County recount from election finished
The Gillespie County Commissioners Court said a recount from the November election found no errors from their voting machines. The Fredericksburg Standard's Carrie Burgess joined FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss.
Holiday stress on caregivers
The holiday season is here, bringing with it all of the joy and extra stress that we've come to expect from this time of year. But the holidays can also make things extra difficult for caregivers. Shirley Trapani, special projects manager with the Area Agency on Aging, discusses.
Opportunities to help people in need
Thanksgiving is behind us, which means the holiday shopping season is in full swing. But this time of year, there are also opportunities to help people in need. FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren was joined by Ashley Kontnier, from the Hays Free Press, to discuss.
Latest news from Burnet County
Dakota Morrissey, news editor with The Daily Trib, joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss the latest news in Burnet County
Drippings Springs ISD athletics on a roll
In this edition of the Local Bulletin, FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas was joined by Ashley Kontnier, from the Hays Free Press, to discuss Wimberley roads, Dripping Springs ISD sports, and how to help during the holidays.
Fredericksburg, Gillespie County working on updated fire, EMS plan
Cary Burgess with the Fredericksburg Standard joins FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren with the latest on what's happening in Fredericksburg and Gillespie County.
What's happening in Fredericksburg?
Cary Burgess with the Fredericksburg Standard joins FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren with the latest on what's happening in Fredericksburg and Gillespie County.
Changes are coming to Georgetown's town square: FOX 7 Council Report
Some changes are coming to Georgetown's town square. City Manager David Morgan joins FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss in the FOX 7 Council Report.
Help available for those with Alzheimer's
There are many challenges that come with aging, but you don't have to go through it alone. Joining us is Suzanne Anderson, CEO of Age Central Texas. Thank you so much for being here
Affordable housing in Austin
This week, Austin voters elected two new city council members and reelected two more. But the mayor's race could still head to a runoff along with another council seat. FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas was joined by District two Council member Vanessa Fuentes. She won her reelection race