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Forget L.A. and New York — 'Move to Austin,' Elon Musk says
Forget L.A. and New York — 'Move to Austin,' Elon Musk says
Elon Musk posted on X urging people to move to Austin, citing an influx of world-class talent as Tesla and SpaceX grow in Central Texas.
Texas vs Georgia football: Longhorn betting lines, preview, prediction for Week 11
Texas vs Georgia football: Longhorn betting lines, preview, prediction for Week 11
Arch Manning and the No. 10 Longhorns visit Georgia. Here are predictions of the American-Statesman reporters.
Central Texas home sales cool in October after September surge
Central Texas home sales cool in October after September surge
Home sales across the Austin metro fell nearly 10% in October as inventory rose and prices held steady, signaling a more balanced market.
Jake Paul has a new opponent for Netflix fight. See when his bout with Anthony Joshua could happen
Jake Paul has a new opponent for Netflix fight. See when his bout with Anthony Joshua could happen
Everything we know about Jake Paul's potential Netflix fight with Anthony Joshua
Austin police officer followed protocol in fatal shooting, APD witnesses say
Austin police officer followed protocol in fatal shooting, APD witnesses say
Daniel Sanchez acted by the book when he opened fire on Rajan Moonesinghe in November 2022, APD trainers and officials testified.
Texas' favorite convenience store is heading to this East Coast state
Texas' favorite convenience store is heading to this East Coast state
Approved in May 2025 and breaking ground in November 2025, North Carolina Buc-ee’s will span 74,000 square feet with 120 pumps and aims to open in May 2027.
Texas volleyball: Career night from Torrey Stafford lifts Longhorns past Auburn
Texas volleyball: Career night from Torrey Stafford lifts Longhorns past Auburn
A career night from Torrey Stafford helps Texas volleyball beat Auburn. Where the Longhorns stand in the SEC entering Sunday's regular-season finale.
See the remarkable photos of the northern lights our reader captured in Central Texas this week
See the remarkable photos of the northern lights our reader captured in Central Texas this week
Statesman readers shared the striking images with us, taken from across the Austin area.
In I-35 Rivalry, Texas State men's basketball rides home crowd to win over UTSA
In I-35 Rivalry, Texas State men's basketball rides home crowd to win over UTSA
In the I-35 Rivalry, Texas State men's basketball took control of the highway by defeating UTSA 80-69, moving to 2-2 on the season.
Is this the year Steve Sarkisian, Texas Longhorns finally solve the Georgia puzzle? -- Golden
Is this the year Steve Sarkisian, Texas Longhorns finally solve the Georgia puzzle? -- Golden
Georgia is the top dog in the SEC. Why the Longhorns must go through them to make a run at the playoff.
Gov. Greg Abbott plans to gut public school funding as he sends $1 billion to private schools
Gov. Greg Abbott plans to gut public school funding as he sends $1 billion to private schools
Gov. Greg Abbott’s plan to cut property taxes will starve public schools while he sends state money to private schools.
As a Republican, I support term limits for Texas governors
As a Republican, I support term limits for Texas governors
Gov. Greg Abbott’s bid for an unprecedented fourth term is a reminder that even in Texas, leadership should rotate, not linger.
Hotel chain Sonder plans to file for bankruptcy as Marriott terminates partnership
Hotel chain Sonder plans to file for bankruptcy as Marriott terminates partnership
The short-term rental company held one property in Austin. Employees were reportedly let go and customers locked out of their rooms, sending many scrambling.
From Cardi B to Billy Strings, here are 19 Austin concerts this winter you can't miss
From Cardi B to Billy Strings, here are 19 Austin concerts this winter you can't miss
Austin's winter concert calendar is packed with 19 must-see shows, from Billy Strings to Eric Church, offering the perfect gift or getaway this holiday season.
From marble halls to glass towers: The rise and fall of Austin’s landmark banks
From marble halls to glass towers: The rise and fall of Austin’s landmark banks
This week's installment of Jim Duncan's Austin tells the wild stories of the city's boom or bust banks.
Austin bakeries offering Thanksgiving pies, cakes, sweet treats
Austin bakeries offering Thanksgiving pies, cakes, sweet treats
Local bakeries have holiday sweets ready for pre-order, from gluten free treats to classic pumpkin and pecan pies.
Prop Q’s defeat gives Austin a chance to refocus on basics
Prop Q’s defeat gives Austin a chance to refocus on basics
Instead of significant new spending, voters want better core services. City Hall should start with what’s broken.
Austin must rethink what 'public safety' means after Prop Q’s failure
Austin must rethink what 'public safety' means after Prop Q’s failure
Reexamining police and fire spending is key to preserving essential city services and community priorities.
How Texas A&M basketball focuses on strong shooting, defensive effort to make up for deficiencies
How Texas A&M basketball focuses on strong shooting, defensive effort to make up for deficiencies
Texas A&M basketball head coach Bucky McMillan met with reporters Wednesday and discussed what went wrong against Oklahoma State and how they plan to fix it.
Where are the best nursing homes in Austin area? See which made U.S. News & World Report's list
Where are the best nursing homes in Austin area? See which made U.S. News & World Report's list
U.S. News & World Report nursing home rankings for 2026 were based on data the facilities supplied to the federal government.
Family-owned film studio in Hill Country doubling its production space
Family-owned film studio in Hill Country doubling its production space
Brothers Nick and Justin Caster moved their entertainment business, Caster Studios, to Dripping Springs from California almost a decade ago.
Chances of weekend rain evaporate as sunshine, warmth return to Austin
Chances of weekend rain evaporate as sunshine, warmth return to Austin
The wildfire threat has decreased across Central Texas, thanks to southerly winds and rising humidity.
Political anger is tearing us apart. Let's focus on what unites us
Political anger is tearing us apart. Let's focus on what unites us
We don’t have to agree, but we must respect one another and our country, a reader says. If we keep fighting, our nation’s greatness will fade.
Texas basketball vs Fairleigh Dickinson game score: Live updates from Austin
Texas basketball vs Fairleigh Dickinson game score: Live updates from Austin
Live updates as Texas basketball plays Fairleigh Dickinson Wednesday in a nonconference game from Austin's Moody Center
UIL football playoffs: Game predictions for Austin-area games, including Westlake vs Vandegrift
UIL football playoffs: Game predictions for Austin-area games, including Westlake vs Vandegrift
The Central Texas high school football season has reached the playoffs. Here are bidistrict round picks for the Austin area from the American-Statesman staff.
Austin pulls plug on budget session after lawyers allege open meetings violation
Austin pulls plug on budget session after lawyers allege open meetings violation
The city of Austin says it followed legal posting rules but canceled the meeting to “restore trust” after transparency complaints.
Northern lights could return to Texas tonight. Here's how to see the aurora borealis in Austin
Northern lights could return to Texas tonight. Here's how to see the aurora borealis in Austin
A geomagnetic storm watch has been issued for Wednesday night, with the potential for another display of the northern lights across Texas.
Texas vs Georgia: 3 reasons this matchup will be different from last year's games
Texas vs Georgia: 3 reasons this matchup will be different from last year's games
Texas football takes on Georgia this week after falling to the Bulldogs twice last season. Here are three reasons why this game could be different.
Travis County man gets probation after witness said he was framed in child abuse case
Travis County man gets probation after witness said he was framed in child abuse case
After new evidence, most charges were dropped; Richard Bell pled to injury to a child and got 5 years’ deferred probation.
SNAP benefits: Austin ISD athletics fundraiser nets more than $2,500 for district families
SNAP benefits: Austin ISD athletics fundraiser nets more than $2,500 for district families
Austin ISD athletics held a fundraiser for families affected by the pause in SNAP benefits that raised more than $2,500.