Austin mayor race might head into runoff election in December

It appears the incumbent Austin Mayor Kirk Watson has a good chance at keeping his title, but he might have to go into a runoff election with another candidate before it's official.

The new Starbucks strategy: Will CEO Brian Niccol’s plan work?

Starbucks' new chief executive announced a series of changes this week aimed at drawing back customers as the company navigates unionization pressures, declining foot traffic, and frequent leadership changes.

Fired Disney worker allegedly hacked restaurant menus to remove peanut allergy info, add profanities

A former Disney employee is accused of hacking into the company's systems and changing restaurant menus, including removing critical allergen information. Michael Scheuer now faces a potential federal charge.

Starbucks will stop charging extra for non-dairy milk substitutes

Starbucks said substitutions for a non-dairy option in their drinks was the second-most requested customization among their customers.

City of Austin, police union formally sign 5-year contract for APD

The City of Austin and the Austin Police Association formally signed a five-year contract for the Austin Police Department.

Apple Intelligence has arrived. Here's how to update your device to get it

Apple’s Intelligence features debuted on Monday for eligible devices. It comes after the company first announced Apple Intelligence in June.

50 veterans take 94th Honor Flight to D.C.

Dozens of Central Texas veterans took off for Washington, D.C. on the 94th Honor Flight to see memorials that honor them.

Austin City Council approves plans for new public safety headquarters in SW Austin

The Austin City Council has approved the purchase of a facility in Southwest Austin for the new consolidated headquarters of Austin's public safety agencies.

City Council hears hours of public comment ahead of police contract vote

Austin City Council members listened to hours of public comment on the tentative police contract as hundreds signed up to speak ahead of Thursday's vote.

2024 Election: What's on ballot in Austin

Austin's mayor and five city council districts are up for the General Election on November 5 and there in Austin ISD, there is a prop and Board of Trustees seats up as well.

Starbucks CEO says company will fix 'overly complex menu' to reverse sales slump

Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol announced that the coffee giant plans to fix its menu and pricing as it seeks to boost traffic and turn around sagging sales.

Amazon brings gas benefit to Prime membership: Here's how it works

E-commerce giant Amazon brought a fuel savings benefit to its Prime membership that will knock 10 cents off each gallon of gas they purchase at about 7,000 U.S. gas stations.