Baby found in Austin dumpster sparks advocacy of Texas Safe Haven Law
Texas passed the Safe Haven Law in 1999, providing parents unable to care for infants 60 days old or younger a way to safely and legally surrender their child.
‘See Your Doctors’: Austin Doctor Can’t Believe How Rarely Guys Get Tested For Sleep...
An Austin sleep doctor is urging people to get tested for sleep apnea before it’s too late. He knows from experience that ignoring the signs can be deadly. TikTok user Steven Morgan (@resteasysleepclinic) is a sleep doctor based in Austin, Texas. He revealed what prompted his PSA in a video posted on Aug. 20....
Google’s new Play Points perks are a music lover’s dream come true
If you've been saving your Play Points, now might be the time to cash in, especially with Google adding some new perks and experiences. The new prizes to claim are themed around the Austin City Limits Music Festival, which is taking place over the next week. Google will have its own pop-up experience at the event...
Pet of the weekend: Luna
Meet Luna! Luna is available for adoption at the Austin Animal Center.
The Texas All You Can Eat BBQ Spot Every Meat Lover Must Visit
If you’re anything like me, you know there’s something special about barbecue in Texas. I’ve made it a mission to explore every corner of the state in search of legendary burnt ends, slow-smoked brisket, and old-school family recipes. The Salt Lick, with locations in Driftwood and Round...
Free fridge in east Austin closing due to lack of community support, organizers say
The 2nd Street Fridge, located at 1710 E 2nd St, Austin, TX 78702, was the second fridge that ATX Free Fridge opened. The mutual aid's Instagram made a post on Sept. 30 announcing that the fridge was permanently closing, and the last day of operations would be Oct. 10.
Why some Swifties think Taylor Swift will be at ACL
AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin City Limits Music Festival (ACL) is upon us, with Sabrina Carpenter set to headline Saturday night – and some fans think she could be joined by a very special guest. Speculation is brewing on social media that Taylor Swift might appear during Carpenter's...
Austin Police Launch New Crime Reduction Strategy in Northeast Austin, Multiple Arrests Made
In a bid to quell the violence in Northeast Austin, the Austin Police Department (APD) has kicked off a new crime reduction strategy focused on 900 E. Braker Lane, a known hotbed for violent crime ranging from weapons violations to sex crimes. According to the APD's announcement, the so-called Place Network...
Who was Sam Bass? Texas bandit’s legacy memorialized in Austin suburb
The Texas outlaw's fatal shootout is straight out of a Western movie.
13 Texas BBQ Smokehouses Where Locals Say The Brisket Melts Like Butter
Texas takes its barbecue seriously, and when locals start talking about brisket that melts like butter, you know you’ve found something special. These smokehouses have earned their reputation through years of perfecting their craft, using secret rubs and slow-smoking techniques passed down through generations. From...
