Where to celebrate July 4 in Austin (plus the new face of Lockhart)
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Second lawsuit filed over Texas' Ten Commandments law
Parents in Austin, San Antonio, Houston and Dallas file a lawsuit over Texas' Ten Commandments law. It is the second Texas lawsuit filed.
Interfaith Parents Sue Texas Schools Over Ten Commandments Law
Interfaith parents and religious leaders are suing Texas school districts to block a law requiring Ten Commandments posters in public classrooms, calling it unconstitutional.
Sea-breeze showers bring daily rain to Austin despite distance from coast
This week we’ve witnessed showers and storms racing towards I-35. These are called sea-breeze showers, even though we’re 200 miles from the coast.
A voice for the 'marginalized:' Austin Catholics get new bishop
The newly appointed bishop to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Austin promised to lead with unity and to speak up for the “overlooked and the marginalized," including unauthorized immigrants, in his introduction to his new flock.
Austin police investigate two homicides hours apart; suspect arrested in one
Austin police are investigating a pair of “senseless acts of violence” that left two people dead within hours Tuesday evening.
UT Student's Killer Faces Release Hearing After 2017 Stabbing
Kendrex White, who fatally stabbed a fellow UT student in 2017, will appear in court July 17 for a hearing to determine if he is well enough to be released from a mental health facility.
Tariffs spark uncertainty for Texas fireworks sellers this Fourth of July
Sellers are absorbing higher costs to keep July 4 celebrations alive this year, but prices could be going up for 2026.
Microsoft to Cut 9,000 Jobs; Austin Impact Unclear
Microsoft is cutting 9,000 jobs globally, with unclear impact on its Austin workforce. The layoffs represent less than 4% of its total employees.
Top Austin Indian Restaurant Sangam Chettinad Expands to Round Rock
Sangam Chettinad, one of Austin's top Indian restaurants, has expanded to Round Rock, bringing its acclaimed South Indian cuisine to the area.
State Fair of Texas Reveals 2025 Big Tex Choice Awards Semifinalists
After receiving a record-breaking 76 entries for the food competition, fair officials have announced 30 semifinalists.
Tesla Q2 2025 Deliveries Drop Over 13%
Tesla reported a 13% drop in vehicle deliveries for Q2 2025, marking its second consecutive quarterly decline.
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.