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.

Austin addresses emergency response spending
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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.

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.

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.

Protesters call to restore CVI programs
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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.

CapMetro drivers call for new contract
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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.

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.

Austin City Council discusses 'Dog's head' development
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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.

FAA transforms air traffic control system at Austin airport
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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.

Austin City Council round-up
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Austin City Council is discussing many topics this week, including some items that could be on the November ballot, and others that have to do with the budget for the next fiscal year. FOX 7 Austin's Angela Shen and Alec Nolan discuss.

Toddler kitchen step stools sold on Target, Amazon recalled after tip-over risk

More than 116,000 Boon toddler step stools sold online have been recalled after officials warned they can tip over, creating a risk of serious injury or death.