James Talarico breaks national fundraising record in first quarter for Senate race

Texas state Rep. James Talarico has raised $27 million for his U.S. Senate campaign in the first quarter of 2026, breaking the record for any Senate candidate in a U.S. race. 

Man killed at Northeast Austin apartment complex; police say 5 involved

Five people, including three juveniles, were involved in the shooting death of a man at a Northeast Austin apartment complex last week, Austin police say.

Camp Mystic hearing Day 3: Judge moves trial date and evidence deadline

A legal battle is intensifying over the future of Camp Mystic as families of flood victims fight to block the camp’s reopening and preserve the site for the ongoing search for a missing 8-year-old girl.

Dilley ICE detainee at risk of death from lack of medical care, attorney says

Attorneys for a family held in a Dilley, Texas, ICE facility said the family has been held at the facility for nearly a year without proper medical care, leaving them with serious health issues and the mother at risk of death.

Cedar Park launches new rideshare public transportation plan

Cedar Park got off the CapMetro bus route nearly 30 years ago when residents voted to stop paying a sales tax to the transit agency.

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Cedar Park got off the CapMetro bus route nearly 30 years ago when residents voted to stop paying a sales tax to the transit agency. 

Dallas, Houston, and Austin rank among best U.S. cities for college graduates, study says

A new report from Redfin and Glassdoor names Dallas, Houston, and Austin among the top 10 U.S. cities for recent college graduates based on job opportunities, salaries, and housing affordability.

Jury finds Ticketmaster, Live Nation had concert venue monopoly

A Manhattan federal jury concluded that Live Nation and its Ticketmaster subsidiary held an unlawful monopoly in parts of the live entertainment market after a multi-state lawsuit.

Johnny Somali: What to know about Arizona 'internet troll' sentenced to prison in South Korea

An internet streamer with reported ties to Arizona has been sentenced to prison by a court in South Korea, following a number of incidents in that country. Here's what to know about the man who goes by the name "Johnny Somali" online.

White House study says DEI policies cost US economy by promoting unqualified managers

The White House released a study that found diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies hinder productivity by leading to inefficient management that undercuts economic growth.

Cornyn has small lead over Paxton in new Senate runoff poll

In a new poll ahead of the May 26 runoff for U.S. Senate, Texans appear to be leaning slightly toward four-term incumbent John Cornyn for their Republican nominee. 

Texas Tech student sues to block punishment over Charlie Kirk comments

A Texas Tech law student is suing the school in an attempt to prevent her from being punished for comments she made after Charlie Kirk's assassination. 

Allbirds stock soars as shoemaker announces pivot to AI

Allbirds plans to rebrand as “NewBird AI" and shift from sustainable footwear to artificial intelligence.

SantaCon or Santa con man? Organizer charged in fraud scheme

Federal prosecutors say Stefan Pildes used the annual event, marketed as a charity fundraiser, to bring in at least $2.7 million between 2019 and 2024.

Xanax, popular anxiety medication, recalled: What to know

A specific lot of Xanax, a medication prescribed for treating anxiety and panic disorders, is being recalled nationwide. Here's what to know.

25th Amendment: Raskin bill proposes new panel help declare presidential fitness

Democratic Representative Jamie Raskin has introduced a bill that would create a new 17-member panel to help declare presidential fitness under the 25th amendment.