Tesla Q2 2025 Deliveries Drop Over 13%
Tesla reported a 13% drop in vehicle deliveries for Q2 2025, marking its second consecutive quarterly decline.
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Austin Ranked 8th Best U.S. Metro for STEM Professionals
The Austin metro area ranked as the eighth best metro for STEM professionals, according to a study by CoworkingCafe. Dallas was the highest ranked Texas city at sixth, while San Antonio and Houston trailed behind.
Wednesday to be among busiest days on road amid record-breaking 4th of July travel period
Experts say Wednesday, July 2 will be the busiest day on the road during this year's record-breaking Fourth of July travel period.
Traveling for the 4th of July? 2 Texas cities were named among the top 10 for celebrations
A recent analysis found two Texas cities offer some of the most entertaining yet affordable Fourth of July celebrations in the country.
Statesman Wins Top SPJ Awards for Fatal Bus Crash, Texas Politics Coverage
Austin American-Statesman wins prestigious Sigma Delta Chi awards for investigative reporting on a fatal bus crash and Texas politics.
New regulations are coming for driverless cars in Texas. Here's what to know
Texas is at the forefront of autonomous vehicle testing, with Waymo, Tesla and other companies deploying their technology here.
Police: One of 3 killed in Round Rock wreck had stopped to help
One of 3 people killed in a Round Rock crash early Sunday on Interstate 35 had stopped to help another driver, police said.
CapMetro Celebrates 40 Years, Plans for Future Growth Amid Challenges
At a media event Tuesday to celebrate CapMetro’s 40th anniversary, local officials highlighted the agency’s growth and challenges, including political opposition and public safety concerns, while looking ahead to future transit expansions.
Storm Damage Cancels Outlaw Music Festival Show, Austin July 4 Event Still On
Following a storm in Missouri, Outlaw Music Festival canceled their show slated for July 1 in El Reno, Oklahoma due to extensive damage to the band's equipment. The tour plans to resume in Austin for Willie Nelson’s Fourth of July Picnic.
More Saharan Dust Expected in Texas Through July
The dust hurts air quality not only by giving skies a milky haze, but also by aggravating respiratory problems and triggering allergy-like symptoms.
Austin Tex-Mex spot Z'Tejas closes all locations after 36 years
Austin's Z'Tejas, a Tex-Mex staple for 36 years, has officially closed its doors, marking the end of an era for the restaurant chain.
Trump Officials Push for Reduced Oversight in Texas Highway Expansions
The Trump administration seeks to grant Texas more authority and reduce transparency in highway expansions, including less public oversight and relaxed environmental compliance requirements.
Austin Seeks New Property for Controversial Homeless Navigation Center
The city of Austin is working to purchase a new property for the Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center, a nonprofit that has faced criticism for operating near an elementary school.
Wealthy Texans Gain Most from Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill'
Wealthy Texans would benefit heavily from President Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill," getting new tax breaks of little use to the middle class.
Trump's Tax Bill Favors Wealthy Texans with Major Breaks
Wealthy Texans would benefit heavily from President Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill," getting new tax breaks of little use to the middle class.
Texas Launches Response Team to Combat Invasive Screwworm Threat
Gov. Abbott has ordered two Texas agencies to form a response team to combat the invasive screwworm fly, which threatens livestock and wildlife.
Airbnb Deploys Anti-Party Tech for 4th of July in Austin
Airbnb will use technology to prevent disruptive parties in Austin over the Fourth of July weekend, which has been successful over past holidays.
U.S.-Mexico Border to Reopen for Cattle Imports After Screwworm Scare
Mexico and the U.S. will gradually reopen the border to cattle imports next week after a suspension due to screwworm concerns. U.S. officials cite "key progress" in controlling the parasite.
Blues on the Green Announces 2025 Lineup for Free Zilker Park Concerts
Austin's free, two-night summer concert Blues on the Green returns to Zilker Park August 5-6 with a lineup featuring blues, modern country, and local artists.
Buc-ee's Expands with New Stores in Virginia and Georgia, More Locations Planned
Buc-ee's has opened two new stores this week, including its first in Virginia, and plans further expansions across the U.S.