Meta ordered to pay $567 million for youth mental health treatment
A New Mexico judge has ordered Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta to pay $567 million to confront the impact their platforms have had on young users.
A New Mexico judge has ordered Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta to pay $567 million to confront the impact their platforms have had on young users.
City of Austin budget and possible bond election
Austin voters will soon decide whether to spend nearly $300 million on parks and libraries. On Thursday, city council took the final step needed to put that proposal on the November ballot.
Austin voters will soon decide whether to spend nearly $300 million on parks and libraries. On Thursday, city council took the final step needed to put that proposal on the November ballot.
Thousands of fabric dressers sold on Amazon recalled for being unstable
The new recall involves EnHomee 15-Drawer 51" Dressers sold on Amazon between August 2024 and April 2026 for over $100.
The new recall involves EnHomee 15-Drawer 51" Dressers sold on Amazon between August 2024 and April 2026 for over $100.
City of Austin addresses emergency services spending
Overtime expenses for Austin’s emergency services have surpassed budgeted allocations by millions of dollars this fiscal year, driving municipal leaders to evaluate public safety spending ahead of upcoming budget decisions.
Overtime expenses for Austin’s emergency services have surpassed budgeted allocations by millions of dollars this fiscal year, driving municipal leaders to evaluate public safety spending ahead of upcoming budget decisions.
Austin addresses emergency response spending
Overtime expenses for Austin’s emergency services have surpassed budgeted allocations by millions of dollars this fiscal year, driving municipal leaders to evaluate public safety spending ahead of upcoming budget decisions.
Overtime expenses for Austin’s emergency services have surpassed budgeted allocations by millions of dollars this fiscal year, driving municipal leaders to evaluate public safety spending ahead of upcoming budget decisions.
Amazon to issue tariff refunds to some customers: What we know
Amazon’s CFO says the company will pass down a “limited” portion of the $600 million it’s received in tariff refunds to customers.
Amazon’s CFO says the company will pass down a “limited” portion of the $600 million it’s received in tariff refunds to customers.
Study accuses Amazon, Walmart of deceiving shoppers with false 'Made in USA' claims
AI shopping assistants can often detect when "Made in USA" product labels are falsely labeled, but Amazon and Walmart are not using that technology to crack down on the listings, according to a new study.
AI shopping assistants can often detect when "Made in USA" product labels are falsely labeled, but Amazon and Walmart are not using that technology to crack down on the listings, according to a new study.
Netflix sued for $105M after Nicolas Cage WWII thriller goes missing, exposing leak risks
Netflix has been sued for allegedly losing an unencrypted copy of a $45 million Nicolas Cage thriller that took seven years to produce, exposing the unreleased film to potential piracy and leaks.
Netflix has been sued for allegedly losing an unencrypted copy of a $45 million Nicolas Cage thriller that took seven years to produce, exposing the unreleased film to potential piracy and leaks.
Protesters call to restore CVI programs
Following recent gun violence across Austin, community leaders and protesters gathered at city hall to demand Austin City Council to restore community violence intervention programs.
Following recent gun violence across Austin, community leaders and protesters gathered at city hall to demand Austin City Council to restore community violence intervention programs.
Renting an iPhone? Apple Upgrade offers leasing option amid rising prices
A new Apple program will let you have an iPhone, Mac, or other devices; you just would not own it.
A new Apple program will let you have an iPhone, Mac, or other devices; you just would not own it.
Austin officer-involved shooting: City council members demand answers in teen's death
After a teenager was killed in an officer-involved shooting, some Austin City leaders are now demanding answers.
After a teenager was killed in an officer-involved shooting, some Austin City leaders are now demanding answers.
CapMetro bus drivers calling for fair contract ahead of possible strike
CapMetro bus drivers testified before the board, calling for a fair contract ahead of a possible strike.
CapMetro bus drivers testified before the board, calling for a fair contract ahead of a possible strike.
CapMetro drivers call for new contract
CapMetro bus drivers testified before the board, calling for a fair contract ahead of a possible strike.
CapMetro bus drivers testified before the board, calling for a fair contract ahead of a possible strike.
Thousands of torch lighters sold on Amazon recalled for burn, fire hazard
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a recall for thousands of torch lighters sold on Amazon due to posing a fire and burn risk due to not having required child-resistant mechanisms.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a recall for thousands of torch lighters sold on Amazon due to posing a fire and burn risk due to not having required child-resistant mechanisms.
Amazon Prime settlement: How eligible customers can claim refunds before July 27 deadline
Eligible Amazon Prime customers have until July 27 to claim refunds of up to $51 from Amazon’s $2.5 billion FTC settlement.
Eligible Amazon Prime customers have until July 27 to claim refunds of up to $51 from Amazon’s $2.5 billion FTC settlement.
Austin City Council approves 'Dog's Head' development as many express opposition
The City of Austin said "Dog's Head" will help economically, but others are staunchly opposed, arguing it only benefits developers.
The City of Austin said "Dog's Head" will help economically, but others are staunchly opposed, arguing it only benefits developers.
Thousands of fabric dressers sold on Amazon recalled
The new recall covers Romorgniz 12-Drawer Fabric Dressers sold on Amazon between May 2025 and March 2026, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The new recall covers Romorgniz 12-Drawer Fabric Dressers sold on Amazon between May 2025 and March 2026, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Disney reportedly lays off hundreds of employees, Pixar hit hard despite blockbuster success
Disney laid off several hundred employees Tuesday morning across multiple divisions, with Pixar absorbing the largest share of the cuts.
Disney laid off several hundred employees Tuesday morning across multiple divisions, with Pixar absorbing the largest share of the cuts.
Austin City Council discusses 'Dog's head' development
The City of Austin said "Dog's head" will help economically, but others are staunchly opposed, arguing it only benefits developers.
The City of Austin said "Dog's head" will help economically, but others are staunchly opposed, arguing it only benefits developers.
Austin airport to receive new air traffic control system
A major high-tech facelift is officially live at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. It is designed to modernize air traffic management and cut down time spent idling on the tarmac.
A major high-tech facelift is officially live at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. It is designed to modernize air traffic management and cut down time spent idling on the tarmac.