The top Austin news of the week includes a lot of restaurant updates from across 2025 as well as the past week, plus a fancy new fitness club — with even more restaurant news inside, of course. Catch ...

The unique fusion spot Ramen Del Barrio is briefly closed(-ish) as it moves from one location to the next. However, according to a late December Instagram post, guests can still pick up lunch during a ...

Employees at three Austin restaurants are claiming they were not paid ahead of the holiday season. The workers are employed by the Flavor Hospitality Group, which operates Gusto Italian Kitchen, ...

Alcohol is playing a smaller role in American life than it has in generations. Just 54 percent of U.S. adult now report drinking at all, the lowest level since Gallup began tracking the question in ...

A nationwide cupcake bakery has shuttered all of its locations, including in Austin. Sprinkles Cupcakes closed all of its locations on December 31, according to multiple media reports.

As 2025 comes to a close, we're looking back at the stories that defined Austin this year. We've covered restaurants and bars, city life, real estate, entertainment, and travel; we've even picked our ...

As 2025 comes to a close, we're looking back at the stories that defined Austin this year, and the "city life" category is especially data-based. From taking a look at people's incomes to exploring ...

Finding an affordable home in Austin may become more attainable in 2026, as home values in the metro area have seen a dramatic 6.1 percent drop since 2024, according to a new housing trends report.

After losing an important tenant, a popular downtown building for local food and music is facing demolition — and its current tenants are looking for new homes. Chief among the businesses fleeing 600 ...

At more than 314,000 miles, Texas boasts the largest system of public roads among the 50 states. It also holds the unfortunate distinction of being one of the deadliest states for New Year’s car ...

Ring in the new year with a full weekend of fun in the Capital City. Catch the final days of festivities at The Light Park and Koko’s Alpine Lodge, or get in some laughs at live comedy shows. Check ...

As 2025 comes to a close, we're looking back at the stories that defined Austin this year, including the always evolving restaurant and cocktail scene. This is a meaty list, with lots of barbecue, ...