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Looking for some fun this weekend? A Brazilian Mardi Gras party, a chili cookoff, some party tricks from Cirque du Soleil, and celebrating the start of Black History Month are all part of this week's FOX 7 Weekend.

AUSTIN, Texas - This week's winter storm has left hundreds of thousands of Austin residents in the dark for days during dangerously cold temperatures. "We're staying in Kyle, and it's a little hard without electricity in our house," says Austin resident Joe Cruz. Hundreds of cars lined up Saturday morning...

AUSTIN, Texas - 34 baby squirrels are now in the care of the Austin Wildlife Rescue after the winter storm that froze Central Texas this week. The nonprofit says that many squirrels have already had babies this time of year and many squirrel nests fell when ice caused tree branches to fall.

AUSTIN, Texas - Some residents in Austin, Texas who are still without power Saturday days after a winter storm struck say they are frustrated that no answers are being offered as to when their electricity will return. "There’s just no communication from (Austin Energy) about when we’re going to get...

AUSTIN, Texas - People were seen fighting over food in the dumpster at an H-E-B store in South Austin on William Cannon and I-35 yesterday. Witnesses say employees were seen throwing out meat and other perishables after a power outage at the store. Someone posted on social media claiming there...

ROUND ROCK, Texas - Round Rock ISD says it will be offering curbside meal service for kids and adults Friday, Feb 3 to help the community after the recent ice storm. Curbside meal service will be offered from 9-11 a.m. at four campuses:. Anderson Mill Elementary School, 10610 Salt Mill...

ELGIN, Texas - Elgin ISD will provide curbside lunch services to district students this Saturday. Students can pick up lunches on Feb. 4 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Elgin High School. Student name, address and campus will be required to pick up. All lunches will be free of charge. Supplies are limited.

AUSTIN, Texas - The winter storm impacted travel for many including one Austin resident who couldn’t get their passport in time to go on a trip they’ve been planning for years. Riveer Lyn was supposed to be heading to Japan tomorrow. "I got fascinated with anime when I...

AUSTIN, Texas - Utility crews from other cities could be seen Friday morning trying to reconnect Austin's broken electrical power grid. As that work continued, Austin mayor Kirk Watson provided a briefing that began with an apology. "I apologize that we've let the people down in Austin. Providing clear and...

AUSTIN, Texas - Power outages in Central Texas from this week's ice storm are affecting everyone, even Austin FC goalkeeper Brad Stuver. Stuver took to Twitter Saturday evening to report that he has been without power for just over three days, but that according to Austin Energy's outage map, the first report was received Saturday.

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Texas - The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter has set a new record and is celebrating with free adoptions this weekend. WCRAS says that 95 lost animals were returned to their loving homes during January, the most in a single month. To celebrate, the shelter is hosting a...

AUSTIN, Texas - Austin ISD says seven of its 116 campuses remain without power Saturday afternoon. The district was closed much of this week due to the recent ice storm that gripped Central Texas. AISD says most of its schools and offices will operate normally Monday, Feb. 6. As of...

AUSTIN, Texas - Friday, February 3 marks day three of major power outages across the Austin area. Not having power is hard on everyone, but for those with medical equipment, it's another source of worry. Mercy Lara has been without power since Wednesday. Bundling up in layers has been her...

AUSTIN, Texas - The Winter Storm is gone and now it is time to enjoy sunny, warmer and drier weather. Still cold this morning but much of the area is above freezing and we will see a decent amount of sunshine today making sure all the ice goes away. Highs...

AUSTIN, Texas - Austin Mayor Kirk Watson has tested positive for COVID-19. Watson reported the positive test via Twitter Saturday. He says he will be isolating at home per CDC protocols. Watson says he is fully vaccinated and boosted. "This situation is far from ideal, but I’m still in contact...

AUSTIN, Texas - We started our Saturday very foggy. A dense fog advisory was in effect until 10 a.m. Today we will warm up from the 30s to 60. Tomorrow will be even warmer with a high of 70, which is excellent news for those who still don't have power.

LEANDER, Texas - A crash in Leander has caused more outages Saturday evening, says the city of Leander and Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC). The city says the crash happened at FM 2243 and Horizon Park Boulevard and took out a power pole as well as a few traffic signals. PEC...

AUSTIN, Texas - Austin Energy crews are still working to restore power to residents following the recent ice storm in Central Texas, says the city. Crews made "significant progress overnight," with power being restored to nearly 51,000 more people since 5 p.m. Friday. According to Austin Energy's outage map, as of 7:42 p.m. Feb. 4, 54,692 customers are still without power, thanks to 1,634 active outages.

AUSTIN, Texas - The Austin Disaster Relief Network (ADRN) is partnering with Travis County and Austin to help residents who were affected by the winter storm. Following this week’s winter storm, many Austin area residents may have had to deal with fallen trees, branches, and other debris caused by the ice accumulation.

AUSTIN, Texas - Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has issued a disaster declaration for counties impacted by the recent ice storm. The declaration includes Denton, Hays, Henderson, Milam, Smith, Travis, and Williamson counties. Additional counties may be added to the declaration as damage assessments are completed. Read the Governor’s disaster declaration....