East Austin's Ah Sing Den cocktail bar is closing, to be replaced by Filipino restaurant OKO in the fall, a collaboration involving Chef Paul Qui. The bar's current management is offering staff positions in the new venture.

Salt & Time Butcher Shop and Restaurant in East Austin is closing on July 6 after a decade, making way for Radius Butcher & Grocery later in the year.

The Downtown Austin Alliance launches a program to fill empty storefronts by connecting small businesses and artisans with available spaces, aiming to boost downtown vibrancy and economy.

Red Lobster may close more Texas locations due to bankruptcy, despite its intent to restructure and remain in business. The company faces over $1 billion in debt.

Texas AG Ken Paxton is investigating car manufacturers for potentially harvesting and selling drivers' data without consent, under consumer protection laws.

Austin Water is requesting customers in southwest Austin to conserve water during a 12-hour repair of a 48-inch water line, to maintain system pressure.

Governor Greg Abbott announces the 2024 Governor's Small Business Summit in Pampa, Texas, which aims to support small businesses through panel discussions on critical growth areas.

Governor Greg Abbott promoted the Texas economy at the NYSE Summit, highlighting its pro-business environment, legislative successes including tax cuts, and the creation of the Texas Business Court. He received the NYSE Bull Award for his efforts.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's office filed a lawsuit to shut down Sun Spa on Pond Springs Road in Austin, alleging it was a front for sexual solicitation. This is part of a state-wide effort to close illicit massage businesses.

YouTube Music workers in Austin were laid off after a union win and are claiming retaliation, while Google and Cognizant assert routine business practices, leading to calls for an investigation.

Long-standing businesses on South Congress Avenue in Austin, Texas are closing due to soaring rental costs, with Mi Casa and South Congress Books among those affected, while newer upscale stores like Tecovas Inc. move in.

The report reveals Austin's freelancers, mainly in tech, contributed nearly $4 billion to the city's economy, with creatives and technical professionals earning significantly above national averages.

Texas SNAP recipients can now use benefits to buy hot foods due to a temporary federal approval, assisting those impacted by recent storms until June 30.