Texas will let businesses use federal bonus‑depreciation rules to write off eligible equipment faster, lowering franchise‑taxable margins on the 2026 report.

PNC's analysis shows Austin added jobs and kept GDP growth in 2025, leaving the metro more resilient than many peers and pointing to a steadier 2026.

Franchisee Best Choice Restaurants filed for a McAlister’s at 11300 U.S. Hwy 290 in Manor, adding the sandwich chain to the Highway 290 retail push. The filing lists the address but not an opening date.

Veracruz All Natural founders Reyna and Maritza Vazquez are launching Diablo Hot Chicken, a Mexican‑spiced hot chicken truck opening March 12 at Webberville Food Park.

San Pedro Limón expanded to a second Georgetown location that will handle tortillas, catering and to-go orders while the original location keeps sit-down service.

The Texas Supreme Court heard oral arguments March 5 in Edinburg over whether Starbase can close Boca Chica Beach and State Highway 4 for SpaceX launches.

William Chris is converting Hye’s historic post office into a Rebecca Caroline sparkling tasting room, with cellar tours and a limited club launching alongside the brand.

Authorities arrested a former Smithville postal employee after a three‑year probe into a check‑forgery ring that investigators say compromised about $1.6M.

A Flock Safety camera alert and store footage helped Buda police arrest a 35‑year‑old man on multiple fraud and vehicle burglary charges.

Boni’s, a Spain-inspired bar from Lenoir’s team, opens Friday on South First with Spanish cocktails, natural wines and tapas-style snacks.

Rowdy Cowboy will open March 13 at the former Joe's Crab Shack on I-35, bringing 32 beers on tap and 64 TVs to Round Rock.

Montgomery County consolidated more than a dozen precincts ahead of Tuesday’s primary because of a poll worker shortage. Voters are being asked to confirm their polling locations.

Six Democrats are vying to replace James Talarico in Austin27s House District 50 in a primary that will be decided Tuesday. The field mixes labor-backed organizers, Capitol staffers and local attorneys.