Robert Earl Keen, George Strait share details for Texas flood relief benefits
Robert Earl Keen's flood relief concert in New Braunfels will feature performances from Miranda Lambert, Ray Wylie Hubbard and more.
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Austin MLS All-Star Week: Fan Festival, Live Music at Auditorium Shores
MLS All-Star Week kicks off in Austin with a free fan event, leading up to Wednesday's All-Star Game at Q2 Stadium. Fans can immerse themselves in soccer culture, live music, and interactive experiences.
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Texas floods overwhelm Lake Travis with over 17 feet of water: See before, after photos
Statesman photographers capture the dramatic change in Travis Lake's landscape in the days after deadly floods overwhelmed Central Texas.
Texas Doctor Warns of Post-Flood Risks in Guadalupe River
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Trump Demands Five More GOP Congressional Seats in Texas Redistricting
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Tesla North American Sales Executive Exits Amid Sales Slump
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First small IKEA opening in Texas. Will it replace Buc-ee's as the next roadside icon?
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Central Texas students, schools step up to help after deadly floods
Students from Burnet to Leander are organizing donation drives, clearing debris and helping families recover.
Gulf Tropical Disturbance Could Threaten Flooded Texas with More Rain
A low-pressure system near Florida has a 40% chance of developing into at least a tropical depression, according to the National Hurricane Center, raising concerns about additional rainfall in already flood-stricken Texas.
Abbott Withholds Emails with Elon Musk, Citing Privacy and Embarrassment
Gov. Greg Abbott refuses to release emails with Elon Musk, citing privacy concerns and potential embarrassment, while critics call the move an abuse of public records laws.
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Round Rock Approves Downsized Housing Project Near Downtown
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Austin housing market slowdown continues in first half of 2025
The market shift continued in June with prices down, inventory up and buyers gaining a little more leverage amid lingering affordability concerns.
First half of 2025 sees slowdown in Austin housing market
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State Sen. Nathan Johnson First Democrat to Enter Texas Attorney General Race
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Austin Restaurants Raise $500K for Flood Relief
Restaurants in Austin like JuiceLand, P. Terry's, and La La Land Kind Cafe are pouring out support for Central Texas flood victims, raising nearly $500,000 for relief efforts.