Former EMS union head Selena Xie announces run for Austin City Council
Former Austin EMS Association president Selena Xie on Wednesday announced she will run next year to represent District 8 on the Austin City Council.
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Selena Xie Announces Run for Austin City Council District 8
Former Austin EMS Association president Selena Xie announced her candidacy for Austin City Council's District 8 seat in the 2026 election, while incumbent Paige Ellis seeks a third term via petition.
'Feels So Good To Be You:' Mama Duke shines on 'America's Got Talent' audition
Austin-based rapper Mama Duke's audition for America's Got Talent aired last night. Spoiler alert: everyone loved her.
Addison Rae to kick off U.S. leg of debut tour in Austin. How to get tickets
The rising pop superstar will perform at ACL Live in September, hot off the success of her debut album, "Addison."
Tesla Austin Factory to Halt Cybertruck, Model Y Production for a Week
Tesla is pausing Cybertruck and Model Y production at its Austin factory for a week amid declining sales, marking its third shutdown in the past year.
Texas Performing Arts Unveils Diverse 2025-2026 Season
Texas Performing Arts announces its eclectic 2025-2026 season, featuring global performances across music, dance, and theater.
Should You Turn Off Your AC in Texas Heat? Experts Weigh In
Experts advise against turning off your AC completely in Texas heat, recommending higher thermostat settings instead to save energy and prevent damage.
Austin Restaurants Celebrate International Sushi Day with Special Bites
From establishments showcasing traditional Japanese artistry to those offering contemporary interpretations, the city's sushi scene provides a range of options for International Sushi Day.
Austin Couple Preserves 1968 Home with Civil Rights Legacy
Alta and Lamont Alexander preserve the historic home of Dr. Sidney and Helen White, a Black couple who broke barriers in 1968 Austin.
Leander ISD weighs closing 3 elementary schools amid $34M deficit
Facing a $34 million deficit, the Leander school district is considering closing three under-enrolled elementary schools in the 2026-27 school year.
Judge Blocks Texas AG's Bid to Access Criminal Prosecution Files
A Texas judge has temporarily blocked Attorney General Ken Paxton's order requiring large-county prosecutors to share criminal case files, calling it "troubling at best."
Judge Blocks Texas AG's Bid to Access Criminal Prosecution Files
A Texas judge has temporarily blocked Attorney General Ken Paxton's order requiring large-county prosecutors to share criminal case files, calling it "troubling at best."
Fort Cavazos signs come down as Texas Army base reverts to Fort Hood
On Tuesday, Army personnel began removing "Fort Cavazos" from signage at the massive armored infantry post in Central Texas.
Goodbye Fort Cavazos, hello Fort Hood. Renaming of Texas Army base begins.
On Tuesday, Army personnel began removing "Fort Cavazos" from signage at the massive armored infantry post in Central Texas.
The signs come down — Cavazos erased; Fort Hood’s back, just not that Hood
On Tuesday, Army personnel began removing "Fort Cavazos" from signage at the massive armored infantry post in Central Texas.
Austin Energy Declares May Microburst Storm Third-Worst in Utility's History
Data published by Austin Energy shows over 100,000 of their customers were impacted by May's microburst storm. The power company named the storm the third-worst in the utility's history.
At Home to Close 26 Stores After Bankruptcy Filing
Texas-based retailer At Home will close 26 stores this fall after filing for bankruptcy this week. Here's a list of stores that are closing.
Austin-area home sales, prices fall in May. Pending sales, supply are rising.
Pending sales and prices are declining amid economic uncertainty that's having negative effects in Central Texas housing market, expert says.
STAAR Scores Show Reading Growth for Texas, Austin Students
Texas and Austin students' scores improved in reading and had some gains in math, according to newly released STAAR scores.
Poisonous hammerhead worms rising in Texas. When chopped in two, they double
A creepy-crawly invasive species known as the hammerhead worm is reappearing in Texas, following several weeks of excessive rainfall.