2024 Election: The races that could decide school choice in Texas
Different versions of school choice bills have recently been blocked by Texas Democrats and rural Republicans. November's election could be an indicator of what to expect in Austin come January.
Ted Cruz-Colin Allred Senate debate
With three weeks before Election Day, Republican Senator Ted Cruz and his challenger, Democrat Congressman Colin Allred met Tuesday night to debate.
Ted Cruz leads Colin Allred by 4 points in US Senate race, poll shows
A new University of Houston Hobby School of Public Affairs poll shows Republican Senator Ted Cruz leading his Democratic challenger Colin Allred by 4 points.
Family of teen shot to death in North Austin demand justice
A family is seeking justice after the shooting death of a 16-year-old in North Austin. The suspect, also 16, has a criminal history and is now facing a first-degree murder charge.
Hutto man sentenced to 30 years for shooting 16 rounds at police officer
A Hutto man was sentenced to 30 years in prison for shooting at a police officer in May 2021.
AMBER Alert canceled for 3 missing children from Austin; suspect at large
An AMBER Alert has been canceled for three missing children from Austin. Officials said all three children were found.
Austin police chief Lisa Davis officially sworn in
Austin Police Department Chief Lisa Davis has officially been sworn in.
Safety expert applauds Austin resident’s use of pepper spray to fend off burglar
An Austin safety expert is applauding a homeowner who found a burglar in their home and used pepper spray to defend themselves. The burglar was later found dead inside an office building.
Double murder & Austin AMBER Alert suspect in custody: APD
A man in connection to an AMBER Alert for three missing children from Austin and a double murder in Southeast Austin is in custody, the Austin Police Department said.
5th Circuit Court orders federal judge removed from Texas foster care lawsuit
U.S. District Judge Janis Jack, the state’s de facto foster care czar, has been overseeing the case since 2011.
Here are the Texas House races that Democrats and Republicans think they can flip
Democrats — riding a wave of enthusiasm sparked by Kamala Harris’ nomination — think they can flip just enough House seats to stop Republicans from passing school vouchers.
Burglary suspect found dead inside downtown Austin building
Police are investigating after a burglary suspect was found dead inside a building near 7th Street and San Jacinto in downtown Austin.
Dusty conditions at Austin City Limits have some suffering from 'ACL flu'
With the dry and dusty conditions at Austin City Limits Festival, many who attended are suffering from what some doctors call the "ACL flu".
DNC Chair Jamie Harrison on Texas Senate race | Texas: The Issue Is
We are just days away from early voting in the US Senate race between Ted Cruz and Colin Allred. Democratic National Committee chair Jamie Harrison explains why the party has its eye on the Lone Star State.
Record day? Austin airport expects high volume of travelers on October 14
You may want to give yourself some extra time if you're heading out to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport on October 14.
Hamas attack on Israel: Austin rabbi speaks on impacts to Israeli, Jewish communities
FOX 7 Focus reporter John Krinjak spoke with Rabbi Daniel Septimus, CEO of Shalom Austin, about what the past year has been like for Israeli and Jewish communities in Central Texas after the Hamas attack in Israel.
Family of man killed by San Marcos police officer provides new video of shooting
After a grand jury chose not to indict a San Marcos police officer in a deadly shooting, the family of Malachi Williams is sharing new witness footage of that night.
Texas State Bobcats dominate at home against Arkansas State 41-9
Texas State took home a dominating win over Arkansas State 41-9 on Saturday.
Cedar Park teens host donation drive for hurricane victims
A couple of Cedar Park teens teamed up together to accept donations for The Austin Disaster Relief and Red Cross to help hurricane victims.
We Are Blood sends donations to help Hurricane Milton victims
In Central Texas, We Are Blood, is helping SunCoast Blood Centers, a blood site located just outside of Siesta Key, Florida.