Is Austin’s heat less brutal than in past summers?
In a poll posted on Nextdoor, the Statesman asked Austin-area residents whether it was “definitely,” “a little,” “about…
Outer Heaven reopening in East Austin with new, larger location
Outer Heaven Disco Club’s original location in East Austin on April 25, 2025. Mikala Compton/Austin American-Statesman Just in…
Austin’s Franklin Barbecue to temporarily close. Here’s what to know
Franklin Barbecue will temporarily close its East Austin restaurant from Aug. 10 through Aug. 20, with plans to…
Texas Economic Development Office Marks World Cup Success and Relocates Headquarters
Executive Director Adriana Cruz. Image source: X Texas Border Business Texas Border Business AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Economic…
Olivia Rodrigo’s ACL Live taping: Schedule, parking and entry
Olivia Rodrigo performs at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas, Feb. 28, 2024. Sara Diggins/American-Statesman One of pop…
Austin restaurants: Olamaie closes, Ramen del Barrio opens in July
Olamaie’s smoked beef belly topped with a cane syrup glaze and green onion. Sept. 12, 2022. Aaron E.…
A condo complex with no parking garage opens in East Austin
From the outside, the Ivory, located at the intersection of Chicon and East 14th Streets, looks like an…
Austin City Council approves Texas Gas Service agreement
The Austin City Council approved a new 10-year franchise agreement with Texas Gas Service that dictates how Austin’s…
Where to find the best margaritas in Austin for National Tequila Day
Austin wouldn’t be the city we love without its bold, flavorful margaritas. It’s a place so synonymous with…
Austin council could green-light Dog’s Head development deal
The Austin City Council is set to sign off on an agreement on Thursday that would allow Amazon…
Austin’s Congress Avenue Bridge adds new bat viewing experience
People watch the bats emerge from the Ann Richards Congress Avenue Bridge. Jay Janner/American-Statesman Bat watching is one…
Austin to begin redeveloping former Home Depot in St. Johns
Two decades after purchasing a 19-acre property at I-35 and St. Johns Avenue, the city of Austin plans…