NYT names east Austin taquería as one of the 'greatest Mexican restaurants' in the US
Three Texas restaurants made the list, and one is in Austin. That's Nixta Taqueria, an east Austin restaurant that has won Michelin and James Beard awards....
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Ranked: The best US cities for home buyers in 2026, according to data
A new WalletHub analysis ranks the best U.S. cities for home buyers in 2026, comparing 300 cities based on 17 measures of real estate market strength, affordability and economic conditions....
DOJ moves to restore gun rights for some convicted of felonies
The Justice Department (DOJ) has finalized a way for people convicted of certain, nonviolent felonies to restore their gun rights, Attorney General Todd Blanche announced on Monday....
State Farm dividend checks are in the mail: See if you qualify for a payout
If you’re a State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company auto insurance customer, you may have some money coming your way as the company begins a one-time $5 billion cash-back dividend to qualifying customers....
Nearly 1 million Jeeps, Rams, Dodges and Chryslers recalled
A new Stellantis recall spans all four of the company’s American brands, including Chryslers, Dodges, Jeeps, and Rams.
Armed suspect with machete, pickaxe detained by customers during Costco jewelry heist: reports
Costco customers and employees helped restrain a man accused of an armed jewelry robbery at a South Carolina warehouse store, according to local reports....
Safeway closing more stores as Albertsons reshapes footprint after failed Kroger merger
Safeway is closing additional stores as parent company Albertsons Companies reassesses its retail footprint following the collapse of its proposed $24.6 billion merger with Kroger....
Evenflo recalling 23K infant car seats, citing calibration issue
Baby and childcare products company Evenflo is issuing a voluntary recall for select models of its Revolve180 LiteMax NXT infant car seat.
Are mass layoffs coming? Most states let you check – here's how
Companies aren't legally allowed to keep mass layoffs a secret. Here's how you can tell if your company has plans to cut jobs.
Flock tries to quell surveillance fears as questions pile up
Flock Safety is facing a growing backlash across the country from communities and civil liberties advocates concerned over the surveillance technology company’s network of AI-powered license plate readers....
Why Buc-ee's has been suing over logos, mascots recently
Buc-ee's recently sued a small business in Ohio, accusing the decades-old brand of having a logo that too closely resembles its own. It's just the latest lawsuit the company has brought against small companies....
Grocery chain pulls more products as Salmonella-linked recall grows
The number of foods affected by the recall on fresh jalapeños keeps growing higher as more and more products are identified. On Friday, H-E-B added nearly 20 new items to its list of recalled foods that were sold in its stores....
Popular tomato soup sold at Walmart recalled over listeria concerns
Popular tomato soups kits sold at select Walmart stores in 29 states are being recalled after routine testing found a presumptive positive result for listeria....
Costco gets approval for second location in Buffalo, New York metro, more new stores opening soon across US
Costco is continuing to expand across the U.S. with stores opening this month and others in the planning and development stages.
Popular Reese's, Almond Joy ice cream bars recalled over labeling error
The Magnum Ice Cream Company is voluntarily recalling all lots of certain Reese's and Almond Joy ice cream bars after an internal review found inaccurate nutritional information on the products' cartons....
Three new eateries open in Austin despite shift in state-wide restaurant industry
According to the Texas Restaurant Association's latest report, 88% of Texas restaurants reported higher food costs, 66% reported higher labor costs, and 52% saw traffic decrease....
Grocery chain Lidl recalling spice mix over salmonella concerns
Lidl’s recall involves Vitasia Chinese Style brand Asian Style Wok Spice Mix, which was distributed in store locations in multiple states including Georgia, New York, and Pennsylvania....
Lawsuit seeks to ban Trump Media from charging for early access to president's posts on US policy
NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump was sued in federal court Wednesday to stop him from making money off a new, paid service at his Truth Social company offering early, exclusive access to his posts on U.S. policy. The lawsuit alleges the service offering paying customers sne...
Rain or shine: How farmers markets create connection within communities
Small business owners explain how becoming farmers market vendors has grown their business.
Austin part of national DoorDash initiative to support local businesses
DoorDash is showcasing thousands of locally owned restaurants in six different cities, including three in Texas, through its initiative "Flavor Fest."
Katz's is closer to home: Restaurant starts construction on original 6th Street location
Construction has officially begun on the building at its original location, which co-owners Barry and Lisa Katz purchased at auction in 2024.