Austin Honky-Tonk Embraces AI-Generated Content Despite Mixed Reactions
Sam's Town Point, a South Austin honky-tonk, has turned criticism of AI-generated posts into a running online joke.
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Austin home sales outperform national, regional metrics
Closed home sales declined across the Austin metro area in May, though Austin city sales remained stronger.
Top chefs celebrate an East Austin icon at Hoova'palooza
Expect tasty bites to accompany a cash bar at the retirement bash, which doubles as a fundraiser for the eastside champion's next chapter.
Bastrop ISD Rescinds Head Volleyball Coach Hire After Felony Arrest
Court records allege BreAnn Halcumb, 34, had an improper relationship with a student.
Do Cicadas Predict Weather? Why Cicadas Sing in Texas Summers
Cicadas are back across Texas. Here's why they sing, what triggers the sound and whether it can predict summer weather.
Austin Doctor Offers $10K Penis Filler Injections
Dermal fillers, typically used for wrinkles, are being injected into the penises of men to improve confidence and sexual satisfaction.
CapMetro bike-share service remains offline after Austin facility fire
More than 400 e-bikes remain out of service as investigators examine a fire that damaged CapMetro's charging infrastructure.
Austin American-Statesman Receives Four National Features Awards
The Society for Features Journalism honored the Austin American-Statesman with four awards in its 2026 Excellence-in-Features Awards, recognizing outstanding storytelling across various platforms.
Is it legal to sleep in a Walmart parking lot in Texas? What to know
Texas has no statewide ban, but local ordinances and private property rules can affect where you park.
New Austin park debuts with trails and wildflower super blooms
Ridgeline Neighborhood Park features trails, fitness areas and picnic tables just in time for summer.
Austin police defend rapid Taser use before in-custody death
Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis said the use of a Taser was appropriate as investigations into Josh Trumble’s death continue.
Oracle Earnings Beat Estimates, Shares Fall on Cloud Concerns
Oracle Corp. posted fourth quarter earnings Wednesday amid Wall Street's continued artificial intelligence worries.
Texas leads US for solar growth as it tops coal for first time
A new report from the Solar Energy Industries Association and Wood Mackenzie found that Texas is soon to surpass California in total installed solar capacity.
Austin employee worked full time for city and state, audit says
An Austin audit found a public health analyst secretly worked a full-time state job while employed by the city, fueling concerns about oversight.
How Austin ISD, Texas students performed on high school STAAR tests
Algebra I scores shot up and results in other subjects also increased for Texas and Austin ISD students who took end-of-course STAAR exams.
Austin Central Library named among Time's list of important American buildings
The recognition comes during a special time for the city's public library system as it celebrates 100 years of service.
Louisiana Longhorn Cafe in Downtown Round Rock to Close After 25 Years
Owners cite rising seafood costs, parking challenges, and downtown changes as the longtime Cajun restaurant prepares to shut down.
'Love on the Spectrum'-inspired class in Austin teaches dating skills
The 'Love on the Spectrum'-inspired class at UT teaches students with disabilities key skills for dating and connecting with peers.
Elon Musk first-quarter travel tied to Texas Tesla, SpaceX plans
Flight data and reports show where Elon Musk’s jet traveled in early 2026, including Texas, California and overseas stops.
Austin's Mexican Restaurant El Naranjo to Close After 15 Years
Chef Iliana de la Vega, a culinary trailblazer in Austin, will not renew her South Lamar lease for El Naranjo, which is set to close on July 18 after more than 15 years.