Austin Library Exhibit Celebrates Black Entrepreneurs
"The Holding Spaces Project" highlights the stories behind Black-owned businesses in the city.
Derrick Johnson Hosts Successful Celebrity Waiter Night, Raising Over $650K for AISD Students
George Strait and Miranda Lambert Inducted Into Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame
Travel
Roost Rainey opens as Austin's newest high-design hotel
Method Co's latest Roost Apartment Hotel marks the brand's first property in Texas and eighth nationwide.

Austin Airport Breaks Records for Tacos, Brisket, and Brews in 2025
The airport's concessions portfolio and live music focus fueled travelers' appetites last year.
Austin Airport Aims for 12 New Nonstop International Flights
Airport officials hope to expand Austin's global connectivity with new routes to Paris, Tokyo, and more.
Crime
Austin Yogurt Shop Suspects Exonerated After 30 Years
Lawyers now focus on securing restitution for the wrongfully accused men

Man killed near Gus Garcia Recreation Center identified; APD looking for suspect
Police are searching for the shooter who killed one person and injured another in North Austin
1 Injured in Shooting Near Del Valle High School
Austin police investigate incident that left victim in critical condition
Weather
Texas Lt. Governor Urges DSHS to Deny Camp Mystic License
Pending Investigation into Deadly July 4th Floods at Camp

Texas Braces for Significant Temperature Drop This Weekend
NWS issues advisory as cold front expected to bring cooler temps to major cities
Pflugerville Fire Responds to Crash on SH130
Crews on scene of incident south of Pecan Street and north of Cameron Road
Entertainment
Church on Monday w/Elias Haslanger Returns to Austin
Jazz musician Elias Haslanger brings his acclaimed Church on Monday show back to The Continental Club Gallery.

Austin Singer Karima Santi Performs Soulful 'Queen of Hearts' on HAAM Music Monday
Karima Santi brings mystery and heart to the Austin music scene with her Sade-inspired sound.
George Strait Inducted Into Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame
Miranda Lambert, Don Cook, and Keith Gattis also honored at Austin ceremony
Lifestyle
Austin Sees Influx of New Residents Documenting Their Moves
Social media posts highlight the excitement and personal significance of establishing a new home in the growing city.

Austin, TX Ranked #1 Best State Capital to Live In
Evaluation considered 48 metrics across affordability, economic well-being, education, healthcare, and quality of life.
Austin Ranked Best State Capital to Live In for Second Straight Year
WalletHub analysis cites Austin's affordability, economic well-being, education, and quality of life.