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.

Tony Farmand is bringing Tacolada — a San Diego–style taco and burrito shop — to Great Hills, with California burritos and fish tacos expected in April 2026.

A Fire Weather Watch runs from noon Sunday through Monday evening. Gusts could top 50 mph and humidity will be very low; avoid outdoor burning.

AnTeNa Kitchen, a fine‑dining Indian concept from Anil Annepu, is due to open in Leander March 27–28 with a menu that fuses Andhra and Telangana traditions with modern plating.

Conroe ordered surveyors off its Southwest Wastewater Treatment Plant after contractors tied to the Mustang Express pipeline attempted access, pausing local survey work.

Dos Gatos confirmed plans for a new I‑35 North frontage location in San Marcos with a drive‑thru and dine‑in, but the owners say no opening date is set while permits move forward.

Austin ISD is proposing an SB 1882 partnership with TCIS to run Burnet, Dobie and Webb middle schools as a bid to avoid a state takeover; trustees could vote March 26. An application for TEA benefits is due March 31, 2026.