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better than last year

Texas struggles as the 15th worst state to live in 2026, per report

Better Bus Deal

Austin transit workers avoid strike with tentative wage + vacation deal

list news

New report ranks Texas the 7th worst state to have a baby

Kid-approved

New kid-designed YMCA playground in East Austin is open to everyone

Hot Headlines

These Austin hospitals declared best in Texas and more popular stories

Social Butterflies

New app sets Austin locals up with social gigs like tours and events

all about that base

Austin electricity startup raises $1B with investment from NFL legend

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Bonded Pair

City of Austin approves $295M bond election for parks and libraries

back-to-school

Texas shoppers can save big during August tax-free weekend 2026

Banned and Borrowed

Bastrop bookseller opens library for lending out banned books

Cannabis Clash

Federal lawsuit challenges new Texas THC rules, citing 2018 Farm Bill

The Road Ahead

City of Austin seeks public feedback on renaming César Chávez Street

Hot Headlines

Famous Austin distillery adds live music venue and more popular stories

SAFE News

Austin's SAFE Alliance gets $1M to house domestic violence survivors

Safe space

Here's how safe Austin is compared to other big U.S. cities in 2026

The Data Says...

Willie Nelson condemns data centers 'invading our land' in Texas

Summer's Silver Linings

12 things that make Austin summers bearable: free music, peaches + pools

DAWA Fund

Austin nonprofit to open milestone $100,000 grant for BIPOC 'frontliners'

Holy bat cave!

New project at Congress bridge teaches about Austin's famous bats