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Hotel prices are falling in top U.S. cities like San Francisco and Austin, Texas. Here’s where travelers can save the most on accommodations this year.

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Texas cities, counties pinch pennies amid slowing economy

Economic uncertainty, inflation, strict state limits on property tax collections and uncertainty around future federal funds have crimped local budgets.

The Texas Tribune

James Talarico’s progressive take on Christianity made him an online sensation. Will it translate to his Texas Senate bid?

The Austin lawmaker says his faith fuels his vision of a Democratic Party that “fights back” against billionaires. Republican critics say his stances are at odds with Scripture.

The Texas Tribune

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“Our girls are still dead”: Camp Mystic parents pushed for laws to protect kids at camp. But their pain remains.

Two dads helped lead Camp Mystic parents to advocate for new camp rules in the Texas Legislature. What they wanted most was to have their daughters back.

The Texas Tribune

‘Directly behind us’: Texas woman goes on a walk on Lady Bird Lake Trail. Then she ends up having to run for her life

An Austin, Texas woman says a walk on the Lady Bird Lake Trail turned frightening after she and a friend were followed for miles by a man.

The Mary Sue

Longtime GOP Rep. Michael McCaul says he will not seek reelection to Congress

The Austin lawmaker, first elected in 2004, chaired the influential House Foreign Affairs and Homeland Security committees. He is the second Texas Republican this week to bow out of Congress.

The Texas Tribune

Report: PGA Tour Returning to Austin in 2026 Amid Schedule Changes

The WGC-Dell Match Play in Austin was canceled after 2023, but the Tour is reportedly returning to the city next fall.

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Former Anthem lead producer says flying in BioWare's doomed live action shooter is proof of the dysfunction in its development: 'It's Anthem's worst feature, because the consequences of flying aren't adequately taken into account'

Flying's only so fun when it makes everything else a bit of a mess.

PC Gamer

Deb Haaland, Joan Huffman and Jake Tapper join this year’s TribFest lineup

The history-making former interior secretary, Houston’s longtime state senator and CNN’s lead DC anchor join us in Austin this November

The Texas Tribune

How Porsche beat aggravated Ferrari in dramatic WEC Austin contest

The 2025 Lone Star Le Mans had it all, from mixed weather conditions to safety car periods to a first-time winner in WEC this year. Much to Ferrari's dismay, however...

Autosport

Shortage of homebuyers forces many sellers to lower prices or walk away as sales slump drags on

The housing market is becoming more buyer-friendly after years of sharply rising prices

The Independent UK

How Democrats pressured U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett to step aside for the next generation

Doggett’s shocking decision to retire signals U.S. Rep. Greg Casar’s growing strength among Democrats in Austin politics and in Congress.

The Texas Tribune

WEC COTA: Porsche Penske wins thrilling Lone Star Le Mans

Battles for both class wins were wide open through the final hour as drying track conditions created a chaotic dash to the finish in Austin

Autosport

'Republicans and Democrats Finally Agree': Austin Blows $1.1M on New Logo Everyone Hates Amid Crime and Tax Hikes

Austin spent $1.1m (£820k) on a new city logo that locals say looks uninspired. The costly rebrand has fuelled anger as residents face rising taxes and safety issues.

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Texas Rep. James Talarico to launch Democratic primary bid for U.S. Senate

The Austin Democrat has made a name for himself with his viral social media presence. His entry to the race pits him against former U.S. Rep. Colin Allred in the increasingly crowded primary.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Legislature’s long summer ends with Democrats marginalized, Republicans triumphant and unified

Democrats in the Texas House began the year by elevating a new speaker and left Austin relegated to the sidelines in the one chamber that had granted them at least scraps from the table.

The Mary Sue

‘I was getting nervous’: Texas woman takes her husband to Applebee’s for the first time. Then their order comes

Would you like to take “a ride down flavor lane?” If so, one Austin, Texas couple has a restaurant recommendation for you: Applebee’s.

The Texas Tribune

Retailers relieved that Texas skirted a THC ban — again

While Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick remains adamant about a ban, hemp industry representatives say they would compromise on creating a 21 age limit to purchase.

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‘This is really discouraging’: Austin mom goes on Hinge date with man in finance. She can’t believe what he tells her afterward

Austin mom Mads (@madsofischl) has gone viral on TikTok after going on a Hinge date. While the man in finance ticked all her boxes, he left her stunned with a text message after their outing.

Benzinga

Tesla Moves Safety Operator To Driver's Seat As Robotaxi Hits Austin Highways

Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) has moved the safety monitor in its Robotaxis from the passenger seat to the driver's seat in Austin as operations expand to highways

Motorsport

Cadillac given double BoP hit for WEC Austin

Cadillac has seen its minimum weight increased and base power decreased for the Austin World Endurance Championship round following its 1-2 in Brazil last time out

Autosport

Cadillac suffers double BoP hit for WEC Austin

Cadillac has seen its minimum weight increased and base power decreased for the Austin World Endurance Championship round following its 1-2 in Brazil last time out

Motorsport

Injured Mike Conway to skip WEC Austin round for Toyota

WEC will host the sixth round of its 2025 campaign this weekend in Austin

Autosport

Toyota Hypercar driver Conway out of WEC Austin round

WEC will host the sixth round of its 2025 campaign this weekend in Austin

InsideEVs

Woman Moves From Nashville to Austin. Then She Takes a Waymo, Discovers She Can Play Taylor Swift—There's Just One Problem

A Waymo passenger recorded herself happily discovering her autonomous taxi allowed her to stream her own Spotify. But she discovered a surprise problem.

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