River Walk Eyesore as Historic Book Building Sits Empty and City Loses Patience
A prime River Walk landmark built in 1906 has sat empty since 2015 while stalled hotel plans and missed registrations leave the block under city scrutiny. Local officials say enforcement and rehabilitation options are on the table.
Austin Renters Stuck In The Squishy Middle Of Texas Housing Squeeze
WalletHub's latest ranking, reported by the Austin American-Statesman, puts Austin's rent at about 22% of household income — middle of the pack for Texas cities.
San Antonio Title War Fizzles As Firms Kill ‘Employee Raid’ Case
Two Texas title firms quietly dropped suits accusing a rival of poaching 71 employees after a San Antonio business court dismissed the cases with prejudice. The move removes a major legal threat but leaves lingering questions about hiring and non‑compete practices in the industry.
Olive Garden And LongHorn Head To Calallen Near Corpus Christi
Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse are slated for Calallen’s Nemec Towne Center, part of a multi‑pad retail buildout that represents more than $6.2M in restaurant investment. Construction is set to begin late May–June 2026 with openings expected in late 2026 and early 2027.












