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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Arjav Ezekiel Wins First Austin James Beard Award for Beverage at Birdie's
Arjav Ezekiel's win represents the first time an Austin restaurant professional has won the prestigious national James Beard Foundation award for Outstanding Beverage Service Professional.
Texas Tarantula Mating Season: What to Know
Texas residents can expect to see tarantulas in the coming weeks as mating season continues from May through July.
Buc-ee's Expands with 2 New Texas Locations and 9 More Across the U.S.
Buc-ee's is expanding with two new Texas locations and additional stores in eight other states, continuing its nationwide growth.
Ring Camera Films Texas Tarantula Crawling Over Doorbell
A Texas resident was startled after her Ring camera captured a tarantula crawling over her doorbell, a common sight during mating season.
Michelin-starred Austin barbecue restaurant opening sister spot in Portland
The Pacific Northwest will soon get to taste part of what makes Central Texas so great.
Austin weather forecast shows hot temperatures, dry conditions for week
Austinites should gear up for a sunny week in the high 90s as the area enters a heat wave.
Austin weather forecast shows hot temperature, dry conditions for week
Austinites should gear up for a sunny week in the high 90s as the area enters a heat wave.
Three Austin Cops Injured, Three Arrested in "No Kings" Protest
Three Austin police officers were injured and three people were arrested during a "No Kings" protest at the Texas Capitol on Saturday.
Eanes Superintendent Arnett Announces July Retirement
Eanes Superintendent Jeff Arnett announced his retirement after three years leading the West Austin school district.
Texas heat is lasting weeks longer and becoming much hotter. Search heat index by address
In Texas, summer heat doesn’t just arrive earlier — it stays longer, too.
Juneteenth 2025: Date, Federal Holiday Status, and Closures
This year, Juneteenth will be observed on Thursday, June 19.
More people died at work in Texas in 2024 than in any other state, data shows
Texas led the states in workplace fatalities last year, according to OSHA reports. See why the state has especially dangerous working conditions.