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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
New Texas License Plate Law Replaces Paper Tags with Metal Plates
Gov. Greg Abbott signed House Bill 718 on June 12, 2023, during the 88th Legislative Session, replacing all Texas paper license plates with metal ones.
Summer swims and jazz clubs: 3 cheap Austin date ideas from $15 to $50
Looking for love on a budget? We're here to help. This July we bring you three date ideas to keep the spark with that special someone going.
4 new Austin restaurants that opened in June, plus 3 we lost
June showers brought a fresh crop of culinary contenders to Austin, alongside a few bittersweet goodbyes.
Cowboy robot goes viral after charming encounters around Austin
A humanoid robot is turning heads across town. But his "rizz" is what's charming Austinites.
4 new Austin restaurants that opened in June, plus 2 we lost
June showers brought a fresh crop of culinary contenders to Austin, alongside a few bittersweet goodbyes.
Baking Cookies in a Hot Car: A Sweet Texas Summer Hack
The scalding Texas heat doesn't have to be a downer. Science shows you can bake cookies in a hot car, in three steps.
Democrat Colin Allred Announces U.S. Senate Run Against John Cornyn
Colin Allred, a Dallas Democrat and civil rights attorney, is running for a seat held by U.S. Sen. John Cornyn. He lost to U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz in 2024.
Saharan Dust and Heat Mark Start of July in Austin
Austin starts July with hazy skies, high heat, and minimal rain, as Saharan dust and a subtropical high pressure system dominate the weather.
Texas Lawmakers Fail to Scrap STAAR Test Despite Widespread Agreement
State lawmakers agreed on doing away with the STAAR test in favor of three new ones spread through the school year but reached an impasse over who should design and oversee the new assessments.