Daniel Perry returned to court in Austin for a misdemeanor deadly‑conduct case tied to a 2020 protest. The judge barred the fatal shooting from being discussed at the hearing.

Zoocade has taken a 32,900‑square‑foot warehouse on Middle Fiskville, turning the space into America’s first holographic zoo and arcade with a 60‑foot tunnel and party offerings.

Sixteen new Austin restaurants are in CultureMap's reader‑voted Best New Restaurant bracket; voting runs Mar 19–Apr 7 and the winner will be revealed Apr 9 at Distribution Hall.

Austin police say a pedestrian was struck and later died in the 9300 block of Menchaca Road. Detectives say the driver remained at the scene and is cooperating.

Abbott hosted Canada’s Conservative leader in Austin to tout trade and energy ties while Democrat Gina Hinojosa ramps up organizing and fundraising ahead of November.

Austin’s ACME announced more than $24 million in FY26 grants to 731 artists, venues and heritage projects, including a $7.14M Live Music Fund.

Dell trimmed about 11,000 roles this fiscal year, cutting its global headcount to roughly 97,000 as it shifts spending to AI and partners with Nvidia.

Austin organizers canceled the March 28 César Chávez march after new reporting and a statement from Dolores Huerta alleging past sexual abuse. City leaders and unions are pausing celebrations.

Iron Mountain is eyeing a multi‑building data center near Samsung’s Taylor megafab, raising fresh questions about power, water and roads in Williamson County.

Officials say a spring-break and SXSW surge — not TSA shortages — produced long security lines at Austin-Bergstrom. The airport opened a fourth checkpoint and urges extra lead time.

Hanami AYCE Sushi opened in North Central Austin and is now serving fresh-cut sashimi alongside more than 40 signature rolls in its all-you-can-eat format.

Star-shaped decals naming 31 public figures and linking to Epstein-related documents appeared on the 400 block of Brazos Street during SXSW; the artist is unknown and some stars were removed.

Warm, windy Sunday in Austin before a fast cold front sends temperatures plunging about 50°F. Red Flag and Wind Advisory in effect — secure outdoor items and avoid burning.