Austin’s South Congress Hotel tees up months-long closure. Here’s why
Texans will need to look toward other hotels for some R&R.
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Gold’s Gym closing in New Braunfels? Here’s what’s taking over
Gymgoers of the famed brand are left in limbo.
Austin-headquartered tech giant Oracle reportedly lays off thousands
The Texas-headquartered industry giant reportedly employed around 162,000 people globally.
TDCJ official confirms in trial testimony that it could cost $1.5 billion to fully cool Texas prisons
TDCJ has not asked the Legislature for the full funding, even as more than 80,000 inmates in its facilities endure the scorching summer months without air-conditioning.
San Antonio area highway closures could last longer than expected
Local leaders are asking commuters to slow down and help keep TxDOT workers safe.
NWS: Cold front brings large hail threat, severe weather to Texas
At least one area is at risk for golf-ball-sized hail.
White Texans, students previously in private school or home-school make up bulk of voucher applicants
In addition, about 73% of applicants attended a private school or home-school during the 2024-25 academic year.