Disney increases layoffs to 32,000 workers by March 2021

The coronavirus pandemic continues to hurt businesses across the world and Disney is no exception. On Wednesday, Disney provided an update on the company's finances and it says it plans to let thousands of workers go in 2021.

Travelers head to Austin airport for holidays despite CDC recommendation

Many showed up the day before Thanksgiving to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport so they could go see their families during this time.

Capital Metro updates public on progress of Project Connect

During the meeting, there were many updates, including improvements at the Pleasant Valley Super Stop are now complete.

Apple security official indicted in gun-permit scheme: Santa Clara County DA

Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeff Rosen said undersheriff Rick Sung and sheriff's Capt. James Jensen withheld four gun permits for Apple employees until security official Thomas Moyer promised to donate 200 iPads worth $70,000.

Woman smacks boyfriend on the head during Disneyland proposal, says she thought he was 'trolling'

A woman’s unexpected reaction to her boyfriend proposing to her during a trip to Disneyland may not have made the moment as magical as the couple probably would’ve wanted, but at least it made them viral stars.

Runways shut down at ABIA due to tire blowing out on plane

A small plane with a mechanical issue is to blame for delays at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.

Starbucks to give raises to all US store employees

All Starbucks baristas, supervisors and cafe attendants in the U.S. will receive an increase of at least 10%, according to a company spokesperson.

Charlie Brown holiday specials to air on broadcast TV following deal with Apple, PBS

The Peanuts gang will be back on broadcast television for the holiday season. Apple TV+ is teaming up with PBS to air both "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" and "A Charlie Brown Christmas."

300,000 tweets flagged over election disinformation, CEO says during Senate hearing

A Senate panel is calling on the CEOs of Facebook and Twitter to defend their handling of disinformation in the contest between President Donald Trump and Democrat Joe Biden.

Amazon opens online pharmacy with prescription delivery, shaking up another industry

The move propels Amazon into a new business and could shake up the pharmacy industry. Big chains like CVS and Walgreens rely on their pharmacies to bring them a steady flow of shoppers.

Black Austin Coalition demands economic justice from City of Austin

The Black Austin Coalition says now is the time for the city to take accountability in the form of restitution for economic brutality faced by the Austin Black community.

City of Austin names new Austin Code Director

José G. Roig will begin his new duties as the Austin Code Director on November 23. He has worked for the City of Austin since 2007 in several roles.

Disneyland Resort expected to stay closed until January 2021

Disneyland Resort has announced that Disneyland and California Adventure Park will remain closed at least until January 2021 due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. 

Harper-Madison to participate in virtual event at Texas State

Austin City Council member Natasha Harper-Madison is set to participate in a free virtual event at Texas State University on November 19.