Face masks now optional on major American airlines, effective immediately

A federal judge in Florida struck down the national mask mandate covering airlines and other public transportation Monday, and the Biden administration said the rule would not be enforced while federal agencies decide how to respond to the judge’s order.

Teen cancer survivor says disease ‘unlocked’ his inner artist

Wesley Culver, 17, says he credits his unfortunate medical ordeal in helping him find new talent — one that helps bring joy to other people, too

Lucky Charms illness complaints pour in on iwaspoisoned.com

Posts to a website where consumers can complain about illnesses brought on by food claim Lucky Charms cereal made them sick.

Taco Bell officially bringing back its Mexican Pizza nationwide

Taco Bell said its beloved Mexican Pizza will return to menus nationwide after a social media outcry from fans. Here’s when it will be available.

FDA investigating Lucky Charms after reports of illness

The FDA said Saturday it has received more than 100 complaints related to Lucky Charms so far this year.

45,000 Easter eggs drop from helicopter at Lago Vista High School

45,000 Easter eggs were dropped from a helicopter as part of the second annual Lago Egg Drop presented by Northlake Church.

Inflation, bird flu impact US bakeries ahead of Easter 2022

The egg price spike is hitting bakeries especially hard, and the days leading up to Easter are some of the busiest of the year for pastry, cookie, and other sweets sales.

Texas cities rank in top 10 for new eviction filings in early April

According to data tracker Evictions Lab at Princeton University, Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, and Austin all ranked among the top 10 cities for new eviction filings in early April.

Tesla issues second recall to disable 'Boombox' function

Tesla is recalling nearly 595,000 vehicles, most for a second time, to turn off a "Boombox" feature that can obscure the sound of a federally mandated pedestrian warning noise electric vehicles are required to emit at low speeds at specified frequencies.

Over 2 in 5 US households now growing food following pandemic boom

Tomatoes, cucumbers, sweet peppers, beans, carrots, summer squash, onions, hot peppers, lettuce and peas were among the top homegrown vegetables in the U.S.

Video shows Austin city skyline recreated in Minecraft

Reddit user SavageManZhou, a student at UT Austin, has been working on a stunning recreation of the Austin city skyline and several landmarks in Minecraft.

2 in 5 US households now growing food following pandemic boom

Tomatoes, cucumbers, sweet peppers, beans, carrots, summer squash, onions, hot peppers, lettuce and peas were among the top homegrown vegetables in the U.S.

Latitude Margaritaville communities coming to Texas

Inspired by the lyrics of singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett, Latitude Margaritaville communities will open in Austin, Dallas, and Houston.

Texas ranked as one of best states for remote work

Texas ranked no. 7 for the best state to work remotely, and making it into the top 5 were: New Jersey, District of Columbia, Delaware, Connecticut and Massachusetts

100+ mile of trails connecting Austin to San Antonio to finish by 2036

Great Springs Project is a 100+ mile trail network connecting Austin to San Antonio. The project is finally reaching fruition and is set to be completed by 2036.