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Austin remains in drought, but a very wet April has replenished waterways crucial for drinking water, recreational activity, farming and manufacturing. Why it matters: Upriver areas, home to one of Central Texas' major reservoirs, are out of drought, making heavy water restrictions unlikely this summer. The latest: More rain is...

Both team looking to get a top 4 seed in next week's SEC Tournament

This weekend is for browsing in Austin, whether it's lists of award-winning beer and wine or a gigantic market with food by local chefs. As usual, we also have information on a few upcoming openings but you'll have to be patient. Openings and closings. Somewhat outside of our usual area...

In North Austin, there’s a grocery store that feels like a trip across the Atlantic—no passport required. Borderless European Market, or BEM as locals call it, packs shelves full of authentic Eastern European treats you simply can’t find at your regular H-E-B. Walking through the doors at 2121 W Parmer Lane feels like stepping into a cozy market somewhere between Warsaw...

TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas — Travis County Clerk Dyana Limon-Mercado is reminding residents that Saturday is the final opportunity to vote in the Joint General and Special Elections. More than 8,000 registered voters have already cast their ballots during the early voting period, either in-person or by mail. That turnout...

Texas might be famous for barbecue and Tex-Mex, but the Lone Star State has quietly become home to some seriously impressive Italian cooking. From Austin to Dallas to Houston, talented chefs are serving up pasta, pizza, and regional Italian dishes that rival anything you’d find in major food cities. Whether you’re craving handmade noodles, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, or innovative takes on classic...

A band of severe storms bearing down on central Texas has raised concerns about flooding, with heavy rains expected near the site of last year’s deadly Fourth of July floods. Communities in the Texas Hill Country could see up to six inches (15 centimeters) of rain in some areas...

There’s less than a week remaining until Austin City Limits Music Festival drops the 2026 lineup!

My deepest sympathies to all the fellow asthmatic Texans.

AUSTIN, Texas — A severe thunderstorm moved through Central Texas on Thursday afternoon, dumping up to an inch of rain on Travis County in a short period of time. The storm moved through downtown and South Austin around 2 p.m., according to CBS Austin Meteorologist Avery Tomasco. At its...