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Austin affordability improving, but metro's living conditions among the lowest: RentCafe
Affordability, affordability, affordability; it's a prominent term in discussions about American life and in Austin. But a new report from RentCafe suggests there's more to life than the money...
Democrats, White House strike spending deal that would avert government shutdown
Democrats and the White House are narrowing in on a spending deal that could avert a partial government shutdown as they negotiate new restrictions for President Donald Trump’s surge...
Last day to register to vote for Texas primary is Monday
The Texas Secretary of State is reminding Texans the last day to register to vote in the March primary election is Monday. Source link
US has new favorite grocery store and it's not H-E-B, data shows
Regional favorites, however, are vastly different. Source link
Jasmine Crockett, James Talarico in dead heat in Texas’ Senate Democratic primary, new poll finds
The survey of likely Democratic voters suggests the March 3 primary is a toss-up less than three weeks out from early voting. Source link
Abbott declares a statewide disaster to block screwworm fly threat from reaching Texas
Gov. Greg Abbott has issued a statewide disaster declaration to prevent the New World screwworm fly from reaching Texas. Source link
Owner of massage parlor in Pflugerville faces sexual assault charge
The Pflugerville Police Department said a man was arrested Wednesday on charges related to a sexual assault that occurred in October 2025. Source link
When It’s OK to Ask Someone if They’re on Ozempic—And When It’s Not
Weight loss now comes with a silent asterisk. When bodies change quickly or noticeably, assumptions often follow—and so does the desire to ask one potentially fraught question: Did medication...
USPS postmark changes may cause tax payment delays, here is what you need to know
Travis County property taxes are due Jan. 31. Officials urge residents to pay online to avoid penalties and mailing delays. Source link
Court to review Austin Convention Center petition lawsuit
Will Austin voters get a say in whether or not the city moves forward with its massive convention center redevelopment project? That's being discussed before a judge this week....
