Southern Living’s favorite Texas barbecue joint ranked most iconic
The accolades keep growing for this Austin barbecue staple.
Central Texas firefighters deployed to Texas Panhandle wildfires
AUSTIN, Texas — Firefighters from Central Texas are among those battling wildfires across the Texas Panhandle. On Monday, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved a Fire Management Assistance Grant for the Stinky Fire in Potter County, which has burned more than 2,500 acres, prompted mandatory evacuation
Severe storms threaten Texas Hill Country with ‘tennis ball’-sized hail
Forecasters are also warning of 70 mph wind gusts.
Archival project captures the chaos behind Austin’s Red River district
Austin's Red River Cultural District (RRCD) is launching a new multimedia archive project documenting more than a century of nightlife, music, and cultural history along one of downtown's most contested entertainment corridors. Whether it was the jazz musicians, punks, or city programs that had the most impact over the
The enchiladas at this Texas restaurant are so good, they’re worth every mile of...
Tucked along South Lamar Boulevard in Austin, Texas, Matt’s El Rancho has been serving up legendary Tex-Mex since 1952. What started as a family dream has grown into one of the most beloved restaurants in the Lone Star State. People drive from across Texas — and even across the...
Austin eyes new rules for large water users
AUSTIN, Texas — City leaders in Austin are considering new rules to track and regulate water use by large-volume users. During a Climate, Water, Environment and Parks Committee meeting on Monday, leaders said data center growth and developments like semiconductor manufacturing may put a strain on local water supply.
Popular Austin skin care brand Mad Hippie opening hometown flagship
The local-born skin care brand Mad Hippie is opening its first flagship store in Austin. The new store at 700 S. Lamar Blvd. is due to open May 28. Mad Hippie is moving into a 3,600-square-foot space that combines traditional retail with flexible event areas. A courtyard housing a 300-year-old live oak tree brings a na
Chick-fil-A franchisee sued after allegedly firing employee over Sabbath observance
An Austin-area Chick-fil-A franchise operator faces a federal lawsuit alleging it fired an employee after refusing to accommodate her Sabbath observance.
Search for suspect accused of elderly fraud
The Austin Police Department is asking for help identifying a suspect and a person of interest in multiple elderly fraud cases.
Man sentenced to 25 years for assault, possession of meth
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Texas - A Williamson County jury found a 51-year-old man guilty of assault — family violence and possession of methamphetamine. Dale Bustamante was later sentenced to 25 years in prison. Timeline:. The convictions come after an incident that happened on Feb. 11, 2025 in Cedar Park. Police...
