Carissa Lehmkuhl
Carissa Lehmkuhl joined the FOX 7 Austin team in January 2021.
She was born and raised in San Diego and received a broadcast journalism degree from Biola University. After working as a producer for Good Morning San Diego, she decided to venture out of California for the first time and got a job as an anchor/reporter for the ABC affiliate in Tri-Cities, Washington.
Though she never visited, she was always drawn to Austin and is excited for the opportunity to work here and explore a new city and state.
If you have a story idea for Carissa, email her at carissa.lehmkuhl@fox.com or contact her on Twitter or Facebook.
The latest from Carissa Lehmkuhl
Rainey Street District safety improvements along trail almost complete
Safety upgrades near the Rainey Street Trailhead for the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail are on track to be completed by the end of the summer.
New details for arrests of Pete Arredondo, another former Uvalde school officer
The first criminal charges have been filed over the law enforcement response to the Robb Elementary School shooting, more than two years after the deadly event.
BBB releases 2024 Mid-Year Report on top scams impacting Texans
Texans are on track to lose millions of dollars this year to bad actors. That’s according to the 2024 Mid-Year Report released by the BBB Serving the Heart of Texas.
Cryptocurrency fraud: How one company helps track and recover digital assets
Investment scams, including cryptocurrency-related scams, were the number one riskiest scam in 2023, according to the Better Business Bureau.
Seller impersonation fraud: What Texas realtors, property owners should know
FOX 7 Austin is following up on a story about land-selling fraud involving property owner impersonations. 7 On Your Side reporter Carissa Lehmkuhl reports on what the red flags are to watch out for, the precautions to take, and what happens if a fraudulent sale actually goes through.
Round Rock Juneteenth shooting: Family of Ara Duke shares memories
The family of Ara Duke, one of the victims killed in the Round Rock Juneteenth shooting, share memories of their loved one.
Border security, inflation big issues for Texans: Sen. John Cornyn
Border security and inflation are two of the biggest issues impacting Texans right now, according to U.S. Senator John Cornyn.
Texan frustrated with Medicare Savings Program application process
Some people rely on Medicare savings programs to pay for all, or some, of their out-of-pocket Medicare expenses, such as premiums, deductibles or coinsurance. Those programs are managed by the state, using Medicaid funds, but one Central Texan describes a cumbersome and lengthy system of renewal.
Pflugerville breaks ground on historic capital improvement project
Pflugerville and state leaders broke ground on the Wilbarger Creek Regional Wastewater Treatment facility, a project that, at completion, will be close to 20 years in the making.
Downtown Austin Alliance launches new creative endeavor
A new program launched on Wednesday is meant to beautify Downtown Austin and provide more opportunities for artists and entrepreneurs.