Alaska Airlines launches flight-subscription service to 16 West Coast cities

Alaska Airlines launched a subscription service for West Coast travel. Flight Pass members can fly up to 24 round-trip flights a year between 16 cities, including Los Angeles, Phoenix and Las Vegas.

Sofía Jirau becomes 1st Victoria’s Secret model with Down syndrome

“I can finally tell you my big secret... I am the first Victoria’s Secret model with Down syndrome!” the 24-year-old Puerto Rican model announced on Valentine’s Day.

Hostess announces caffeinated doughnuts

Hostess says each Boost Jumbo Donette contains almost as much caffeine as a cup of coffee (50-70 milligrams). Each doughnut is three times larger than a regular-sized donette.

Private student loan rates continue downward trend

The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.

South Austin's La Mexicana Bakery closes doors after 32 years

The City of Austin is proclaiming February 16 "La Mexicana Bakery Day" in honor of Jesus Becerra who opened La Mexicana Bakery in 1990 on South 1st Street.

Inflation hits new 40-year high in January

Inflation surged to a new 40-year high in January. This comes as the Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates next month to combat inflation levels.

Coinbase, Doritos and Pepsi: Rewatch the best Super Bowl commercials

Companies aren’t wasting any time rolling out their Super Bowl ads featuring Colin Jost, Lindsay Lohan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and many more entertainers.

Austin-based SaferMe adds former BuildFax CEO to Board of Directors

SaferMe, a contact tracing startup based in Austin, has announced that Holly Tachovsky has joined its Board of Directors.

5 ways to use your tax refund strategically

Taxpayers received an average tax refund of nearly $3,000 in 2021, according to the IRS, and it's possible to use this cash windfall to improve your financial situation.