Austin TX

In March, for the second time, Austin was the center of a movement known as “natalism” when the NatalCon conference chose the city as its host. The presenters at this conference, where a standard ticket was $10,000, have some varying views, but the big idea they share is that the human population is declining and...

A KXAN investigation — prompted by the release of an Austin man charged with capital murder after a Travis County judge granted a significant bond reduction — has uncovered that same judge has reduced or modified bonds for hundreds of felony charges since she took office in January.

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice, or TDCJ, will take control and staff two prisons in Central Texas later this year thanks to a legislative funding allocation, according to an email TDCJ spokesperson Monday.

I would be willing to bet money that you can’t guess which town is considered to be the best hippie town in Texas. I say that because I totally guessed the wrong town when I saw Thrillist’s recent list of the best hippie towns in every state. I don’t know about you, but Austin immediately came to mind. Even their...

I've seen stacks of rocks while hiking outside of Austin, TX, but I didn't realize that there could be legal ramifications for stacking rocks in Texas. Perhaps you've seen stacks, too. Have you ever seen a stack of rocks while on a hike? Not a natural pile, but a man-made...

Ever wondered where to find enormous thrift stores in Texas with incredible deals?. These 12 massive secondhand shops offer unbelievable bargains and exciting discoveries!. 1. HOPE Family Thrift Store (Austin) That bright coral building is impossible to miss!. HOPE Family Thrift Store delivers on its name by offering...

If you’ve ever wished your evening adventure came with a little more sparkle, GlowRow is here to light the way. This one-of-a-kind, glow-in-the-dark kayaking experience in Corpus Christi lets you float through shallow bays and calm coastal waters—while your boat literally glows beneath you.

You might not expect a flight of stairs to be one of Waco’s most unexpected gems—but Jacob’s Ladder is no ordinary staircase. Nestled inside Cameron Park, this rugged wooden climb is part scenic trail, part local rite of passage, and entirely unforgettable.

Austin's summer standout, the 48th Austin Symphony Orchestra July 4th Concert & Fireworks Celebration, is back to dazzle with its patriotic pyrotechnics and orchestral fanfare. Thanks to H-E-B's sponsorship, the free-to-attend affair located at Auditorium Shores and the Long Center, is set for Friday, July 4th,...

Austin residents should brace themselves for another scorcher this week, as weather forecasts indicate temperatures climbing to the high 90s, according to the National Weather Service. Today's temperature could hit a high near 97 degrees, with heat index values soaring as high as 105. The day is expected to begin...