Meredith Aldis
Meredith Aldis is a reporter for FOX 7 Austin.
She is from Cypress, Texas and graduated from Baylor University with a major in Journalism and a minor in Criminal Justice. While at Baylor, she was a four-time Academic All-Big XII athlete. She and her twin sister were both on the Acrobatics & Tumbling team and won four National Championships.
Although a proud Baylor Bear, Meredith grew up a Texas Longhorn. Her grandfather, father, mother, and younger sister graduated from the University of Texas at Austin. In fact, her grandfather named the band, "The Showband of the Southwest."
She has color commentated for ESPN+ and Big XII Live Acrobatics and Tumbling meets and also interned at KATV in Little Rock, Arkansas.
After graduating from Baylor, she moved to Lubbock, Texas to be the "Look Around Lubbock" reporter, producer, anchor, and cooking host for the morning show, Good Day Lubbock at FOX34. She highlighted and showcased the people, places, and events that make Lubbock an interesting and lively place. While at FOX34, she received the 2019 Lew Dee On-Air Personality of the Year Award.
Before moving to Austin, Meredith was a reporter and anchor at Local 3 News in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She covered tornados and their aftermath, days-long manhunts, heated school board meetings, elections, and more. She also anchored the "Week in Review" show.
Meredith is excited to call Austin, Texas home. In her free time, you will find her working out and exploring all the local eateries.
The latest from Meredith Aldis
Austin police chief releases results from 100-day plan
Austin police chief Lisa Davis has released the results of her 100 day plan, which includes recent APD initiatives and the results of a public safety survey.
Mother of victim killed while trying to recover stolen car in Del Valle speaks out
Austin police have arrested two boys in connection to the murder of a man who was shot and run over while trying to recover his family’s stolen car in Del Valle.
Texas man's murder charges dismissed after his arrest 7 years ago
The Hays County district attorney has dismissed murder charges against a man who was arrested seven years ago. Devonte Amerson spent almost six years in jail fighting for his freedom.
Deadly I-35 crash: APD chief supports initial decision on intoxication charges
A truck driver accused of causing a deadly pile-up on I-35 in March was charged with intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault, but lab results later revealed he was sober.
Austin ISD offers money to experienced teachers to teach at failing schools
Austin ISD is offering money to experienced teachers to come to its failing schools and help “turn them around.”
VIDEO: Man pulls out shotgun on driver during road rage incident in Cedar Creek
The Bastrop County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man pulled out a shotgun during a road rage incident. It was all caught on camera.
Texas State community service award honors man shot, killed through a wall in 2021
A Texas State student was recognized for his community service work. The award honors a man who was shot through a wall and killed about three and a half years ago.
Man shot, killed while trying to get family's stolen car back from burglars in Del Valle
A man was shot, hit by a vehicle, and killed while trying to get his family's car back from burglars in Del Valle, police said.
Former Bee Cave city manager responds to city's lawsuit over controversial warehouse
The City of Bee Cave’s former city manager is responding for the first time after being sued by the city. City officials claimed Clint Garza was heavily connected to the construction of a controversial warehouse.
Leander ISD assistant principal arrested for DWI
A Leander ISD assistant principal has been arrested and charged with DWI. An arrest affidavit says she blew a 0.282, over three times the legal limit, and was arrested after a crash involving her sedan and a bicyclist.