The Ford F-150 is the most popular used car in Texas for 2023, with the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Ram 1500 also in high demand, according to an iSeeCars analysis featured in a KXAN report.

A lawsuit challenges Austin's light-rail project, with allegations of improper taxing authority post-election amendments. The city council and ATP defend the initiative, facing critiques over escalating costs and secretive documentation.

CapMetro extends its Pickup ride service to Dove Springs in Austin, starting Jan. 14, helping connect residents to essential services with flexible rides for a flat fee.

Union Pacific's railroad maintenance in Hays County will affect local commutes with work on crossings beginning January 8, causing detours and traffic disruptions.

Austin-Travis County EMS combats a critical shortage of emergency medical staff, with vacancy rates peaking over 20%. Efforts to stabilize include graduating new cadets and addressing the high cost of living for potential recruits.

A Samsung chip facility in Taylor, Texas, originally set to open in 2024, has delayed its start until 2025, raising concerns about the economic and national security implications.

Amazon plans to open a new delivery station in Round Rock, Texas, which may create 200 jobs. The facility will be located on land formerly part of Robinson Ranch. Construction is expected to begin by the end of the next year.

The study by Upgraded Points ranked the best U.S. airports for layovers, with Austin-Bergstrom International ranked 4th for its efficiency and nearby dining options. Other top airports include San Diego and San Jose.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport wins Medium-Sized Airport of the Year by CAPA, celebrating its post-pandemic recovery and ongoing expansion plans.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has opened two oyster harvest areas in Matagorda Bay starting December 13, while keeping another closed due to insufficient oyster sizes.

The San Marcos Fire Department received the Best Practices designation from the Texas Fire Chiefs' Association, marking a first for the city's public safety departments.

Texas ranks third in the US for DUI-related fatalities during holidays.

Explore Austins I-35 traffic woes and TxDOTs contentious plan to ease congestion.