Austin implements new restrictions on e-scooters
In the downtown area, the city will reduce the number of scooters allowed from more than 4,000 to slightly more than 2,000.
SXSW 2024: Jon Bon Jovi talks
FOX 7 Austin’s John Krinjak spoke with Jon Bon Jovi at the premiere of the band’s new docuseries “Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story” at the Paramount Theatre in Austin. They discussed 40 years of Bon Jovi, the honesty of the docuseries, Bon Jovi’s new single “Legendary”, and what Jon loves about Austin and SXSW.
SXSW 2024: Bon Jovi members talk future
FOX 7 Austin’s John Krinjak spoke with Bon Jovi keyboardist David Bryan, bassist Hugh McDonald, lead guitarist Phil X and percussionist Everett Bradley at the premiere of the band’s new docuseries “Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story” at the Paramount Theatre in Austin.
SXSW 2024: Director on new Bon Jovi docuseries
At the premiere of “Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story” at the Paramount Theatre in Austin, FOX 7 Austin’s John Krinjak spoke with director Gotham Chopra, showrunner Giselle Parets and producer Alex Trudeau Viriato about what it was like working with the band, and having the docuseries premiere at SXSW.
SXSW 2024: Tech company turns storytelling into personalized music experience
A tech company at SXSW introduced a unique music experience that turns storytelling into personalized music, all using artificial intelligence.
SXSW 2024: Performer uses music to amplify Indigenous voices
One artist performing at SXSW will be singing to represent her indigenous culture. Her voice, also, a call to action to see more diverse representation at big events like SXSW.
SXSW 2024: Local artist uses platform to honor son
A lot of musicians are playing at SXSW, but one local artist is using his platform to honor his son, who was killed in a tragic accident last year.
Crime pushed to West Campus since start of SXSW: SafeHorns
The leader of a University of Texas student safety group said crime has been pushed to West Campus since the start of South by Southwest in Downtown Austin.
SXSW 2024: Bon Jovi premieres docuseries at festival
Rock band Bon Jovi was at SXSW for the premiere of their new docuseries, marking a very special milestone.
SXSW 2024: KUTX Rocks the Shores changes venues due to inclement weather
The show was originally scheduled to be held at Lady Bird Lake, but has moved due to inclement weather.
Austin organizations call for city to reinvest SXSW money into community
Local leaders from various organizations gathered on the steps outside city hall to demand city dollars from SXSW be invested back into the community.
Man arrested for deadly hit-and-run near SXSW was evading police before crash: affidavit
A man has been arrested in connection with the deadly hit-and-run that killed a pedestrian in downtown Austin near SXSW.
SXSW: Australia House and Western Australia
A delegation from Australia was in Austin to help celebrate the grand opening of the Invest and Trade Western Australia Americas Hub in Austin. FOX 7 Austin's digital content manager Donny Wong got details.
SXSW 2024: New documentary looks at iconic Atlanta street party
“Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told" premiered at SXSW, chronicling the history of the Freaknik, a street party dating back to the 1980s that drew thousands to Atlanta, Georgia, during spring break.
SXSW 2024: ATCEMS sets up field hospital as emergency calls expected to rise
As SXSW turns to more of its music events, medics with ATCEMS have been busy setting up a field hospital downtown in case of emergencies.
SXSW 2024: Artists drop out of showcases over U.S. Army sponsorship
Dozens of artists have dropped out of SXSW showcases over the U.S. Army’s sponsorship and the festival’s inclusion of defense contractors.
Austin police, ATCEMS provide safety tips after deadly crash near SXSW
Austin first responders provided tips to the public for South by Southwest after a deadly hit-and-run that took place early Tuesday morning.
New documentary on Alex Jones premieres at SXSW 2024
A new documentary on the trial of Austin-based conspiracy theorist Alex Jones has premiered at SXSW. John Krinjak sits down with the film's director Dan Reed in this FOX 7 Focus.
SXSW 2024: Thousands go to Rainey Street for pop-ups, events
Loud music, long lines and activities all happening on Rainey Street on Sunday afternoon for the third day of South by Southwest.
SXSW 2024: 'Y2K' premieres with red carpet
The highly-anticipated film 'Y2K' premiered at South by Southwest. The film's cast was on the red carpet for the big premiere at the Paramount Theater on Saturday night.