Oracle cuts thousands of jobs, prompting questions about Austin’s tech economy
Austin-based tech giant Oracle is laying off thousands of workers, a move first reported by CNBC that’s raising questions about the future of the city’s tech-driven economy.
Texas ranks dead last for housing market heat in new analysis
Five Texas cities landed among the nation’s worst housing markets.
Escape the City: 6 Incredible Hiking Trails Less Than an Hour from Austin
Escape the City: 6 Incredible Hiking Trails Less Than an Hour from Austin You do not need to drive far […] Read more at untamedpursuit.com
Hop-Water Only Brewery “Clear Current Brewing Co.” to Open in South Austin
Austin, TX – Clear Current Brewing Co. has announced they are planning to open a taproom in the new mixed-use development at the intersection of South Congress and Industrial Blvd. The brewery will focus solely on non-alcoholic hop-waters, a niche segment of the beverage industry showing recent growth by appealing to...
What’s new and what’s gone: Austin’s March restaurant openings and closings
From Rainey Street sushi to Bouldin Creek cocktails, here’s what changed in Austin dining in March 2026.
Pedestrian hit, killed by vehicle in North Austin: ATCEMS
AUSTIN, Texas - A pedestrian is dead after being hit by a vehicle in North Austin, officials said. According to Austin-Travis County EMS, on April 1, around 2:27 p.m., first responders responded to a report of a pedestrian being hit by a vehicle at 9523 N Lamar Blvd. When ATCEMS...
Woman dies in Manor house fire
AUSTIN (KXAN) — An investigation is underway in Manor after a woman died in a house fire on Wednesday afternoon. The fire at the 200 block of Wheeler Street was reported just after 3 p.m., according to the Manor Police Department. A caller reported black smoke coming from a building where an elderly woman lived inside.
Parts of Central Texas see over inch of rain, but more is still to...
AUSTIN, Texas - Today we ended the three-week dry spell with some areas getting over an inch of rain, and it's just the opening act. The main event will occur this Saturday. We are tracking another Western Low that will energize the atmosphere and provide enough lift to produce more Springtime downpours and storms.
Outside Austin Is Texas’ Wild West Movie Set Built In Willie Nelson’s Backyard That...
If you're looking for a Wild West atmosphere and a great music scene, Austin is a pretty safe bet as far as cities go. Austin has the honky tonks and country bars to scratch many a Wild West itch, but you may need to venture beyond the city's limits for a more immersive experience. You're in luck, because Willie...
South Austin house fire: Suspect set house on fire, shot himself, police say
AUSTIN, Texas - The suspect in a South Austin house fire is currently in surgery after shooting himself in front of officers at the scene. Austin police say that at 10:20 a.m., they received a call about a person trying to get into a home in the 1900 block of Edgeware Drive off Menchaca Road, less than a mile from...
