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4 Texas Cities Rank in Top 30 for Bargain Shopping
Four Texas cities rank among the top 30 U.S. metros for bargain shoppers, according to a new study by Priority Software.
Zillow study shows two Texas cities where rent is under $1,000
Two Texas metros make Zillow's study of most affordable places to rent. See where they're listed
Tesla Withholds Data as Travis County Reviews Tax Rebate
County officials say Tesla is blocking key records needed to verify a 2020 tax incentive deal for its Austin Gigafactory.
Starbucks Red Cup Day strike hits Texas
Union Starbucks baristas in Denton, Dallas and Farmers Branch walked out on Red Cup Day, demanding better pay, staffing and treatment.
Elon Musk Urges People in L.A., New York to Move to Austin
Elon Musk posted on X urging people to move to Austin, citing an influx of world-class talent as Tesla and SpaceX grow in Central Texas.
Conduent data breach impacts 4M Texans, prompts lawsuits: What to know
Data of over 10.5 million customers was compromised. Lawyers and state regulators are investigating the breach.
2 new Buc‑ee’s stores coming to Texas in 2026
The new Texas locations are part of Buc-ee's national expansion planned over the next three years.
Group 1 Automotive Acquires 15-Acre Site Along I-35 in Buda
Group 1 Automotive has purchased a 15-acre property along I-35 in Buda, though plans for the site remain undisclosed.
Texas has 5 of America's wealthiest suburbs in 2025
Houston, Dallas and Fort Worth claim five of the most affluent American suburbs, according to 2025 data.
Inside the CHAMPS Trade Show in Austin: Smoke Shop & Cannabis Industry
CHAMPS Trade Show at the Palmer Events Center is a three-day business-to-business trade show that focuses on cannabis-related industries.
Luby's opens tiny 'café' in downtown Austin. See location, hours
Open Monday through Friday, the new location in downtown Austin offers the chain's full menu.
Samsung Profit Plummets 55% Amid Chip Delays, Trade Pressures
Samsung Electronics' profit dropped 55% in Q2 as chip delays and trade tensions impact business, despite a $16.5 billion deal with Tesla tied to its Texas plant.
When is tax-free weekend in Texas 2025? Buy back-to-school supplies without sales tax
Texas' annual sales tax holiday is coming up, and it applies to in-store and online purchases. See what qualifies for tax-free weekend.
ICON 3D-Prints Affordable Homes in Austin's Mueller Neighborhood
ICON is constructing three affordable 3D-printed homes in Austin's Mueller neighborhood as part of a program ensuring 25% of housing remains income-qualified.
Texas leads in $947M JCPenney store property sale; no closures announced
Nearly five years after JCPenney filed for bankruptcy, a Boston-based private equity firm is acquiring 119 of its store properties for $947 million.
Waymo, Avis Partner to Bring Robotaxis to Dallas by 2026
Alphabet-owned Waymo is teaming up with Avis to launch self-driving robotaxis in Dallas by 2026. Here’s what it means for Texas riders.
Firefly Aerospace lands $176.7M NASA contract for moon mission
Firefly Aerospace, the Cedar Park-based space and technology company that recently became the first commercial company to land on the moon, was awarded a $176.7 million NASA contract for another lunar mission.
Firefly Aerospace IPO Targets $5.5B Valuation
Firefly Aerospace's IPO could value the Cedar Park-based rocket maker at $5.5 billion, with plans to trade on Nasdaq as FLY.
Firefly Aerospace Targets $643M IPO with Nasdaq Listing
Firefly Aerospace is aiming to raise up to $643 million in its initial public offering. The Cedar Park-based rocket maker plans to go begin trading on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol FLY.