Kebabalicious is expanding into Drinks Lounge & Records in East Austin, bringing kebabs, falafel and K-Fries to dinner service starting Feb. 19.

The Texas Tribune consolidated candidate Q&As, ballot lookup tools and short videos into a free vote hub to help Texans navigate new maps before early voting.

Neuralink filed for an $8.2M tenant‑improvement at its Del Valle site, converting 37,607 sq ft into office and manufacturing space with work slated for March–May 2026.

Patchy morning fog will slow Tuesday commutes; highs climb into the mid‑70s with breezy south winds. Late‑week storms are possible Friday–Saturday.

JuiceLand will open inside the H-E-B on East Pflugerville Parkway on Feb. 20, bringing juices, smoothies and plant-forward grab-and-go options to the neighborhood.

FBI/IC3 data show Austinites 50+ reported nearly $19–$20M lost to romance and confidence scams; agents urge vigilance ahead of Valentine’s Day.

Schlitterbahn New Braunfels is recruiting roughly 2,200 seasonal workers for 2026, offering paid training, perks and a mid‑February virtual hiring week.

True Texas BBQ opened a counter inside Bastrop’s H‑E‑B on Feb. 4, offering brisket by the pound and classic sides as part of a $30M remodel.

A viral balcony video showing a man striking a dog prompted Austin police to seize the animal. Neighbors and rescuers say the senior dog is now under medical review while investigators probe the incident.

A vacant commercial building on Oltorf was declared under control Monday as crews searched for hot spots. Officials say the cause is under investigation.

A KXAN investigation and a Texas State review found no evidence of a Rainey Street serial killer — but drownings at Lady Bird Lake tied to alcohol and access keep families and officials pushing for safety upgrades.

Lawmakers and voters raised the school homestead exemption to $140,000 — many Texans could save hundreds on school taxes. Here’s who qualifies and where to apply.

An adult motorcyclist died Sunday night at E Parmer Lane and Old Highway 20, Austin-Travis County EMS reported. Crews cleared the scene and APD is the contact for tips.