TDLR filings show Texas Monthly's Austin offices will undergo a $15 million interior renovation beginning in early 2027. The project covers roughly 35,700 square feet at 1801 North Lamar.

Texas hit a record 14.47M nonfarm jobs in June after adding 43,400 payroll positions, leaving it the top state for monthly gains.

A redevelopment at the former Vespaio/Chapulín parcel on South Congress has landed four retailers — including Wrangler and a Canadian boot outfitter — signaling more national brands for SoCo.

Triple-digit heat returns to Austin Tuesday with highs near 100°F and humidity making it feel hotter. Cooling centers are available across the city.

A 31-year-old man was found dead in a pond outside Rockdale after reportedly separating from his horse while trying to cross. Authorities say an autopsy is pending and no foul play is suspected.

U.S. Marshals arrested a 27‑year‑old wanted on an aggravated-assault warrant after a brief shelter-in-place in San Marcos. Authorities cleared the area within about an hour as the investigation continues.

Trader Joe's has started construction on a 12,166 sq ft, $5.7M store in Cedar Park that will anchor a 64,000 sq ft retail project at Whitestone and Arrow Point.

Graze Craze has opened a 1,158‑sq‑ft shop in Pflugerville’s Three Points Plaza, its first Austin‑area suburban location, offering curated boards, boxes and pickup orders. A ribbon‑cutting is set for Aug. 13.

A 23-year-old Austin man was arrested on a first-degree murder warrant tied to the Sept. 25, 2025 death of Donald McVade in Manor.

Limegreen Southeast Asian Grill is opening a Southbrook Station shop in Leander, aiming for a mid‑August debut. The Austin-born spot will serve bowls, bánh mì, wings and Vietnamese coffee.

Liberty Hill has named Griffin Swinerton to help shepherd downtown revitalization; officials say work on core elements is targeted for 2028.

Turf N' Surf has closed its downtown Lavaca Street Bar window after 16 years, with owner Ralph Gilmore citing high food costs and a drop in downtown customers. He is preparing Hook House Kitchen on the Texas coast.

A federal trial opened July 20 in Austin after prosecutors accused John Robison of diverting $1M meant for a Bastrop County land purchase tied to the University of Austin.