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Affordable Housing Challenges Persist in Austin Despite Rental DecreaseDespite a recent decrease in rent prices in the Austin area, many residents continue to struggle with finding affordable housing options. The story of Leigh Vladyka, an art teacher at an...

Concerns Over DART Funding in North Texas The debate over funding for DART transit services in North Texas has been heating up in recent months, with more than half of DART member cities considering reducing their contributions to the agency...

The Search for Missing Swimmer in Lake Travis ContinuesThe search for a missing swimmer in Lake Travis is still ongoing as authorities work tirelessly to locate the individual who did not resurface after going swimming. The incident, which took...

Chappell Roan's meteoric rise to fame has not gone unnoticed by the organizers of the ACL Festival, as they recently made the decision to adjust her set time for the upcoming 2024 event. Thanks to her record-breaking success and...

Controversies Rock North Texas Churches as Pastors Resign Amid AllegationsIn recent weeks, a wave of controversies has swept through North Texas churches, leading to the resignations or firings of at least seven high-profile pastors, most from megachurches. The reasons...

Vibrant 'Barbecue' Art Installation Delights ViewersArt and barbecue - two seemingly unrelated concepts coming together in a unique and mesmerizing art installation at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. As Texas Monthly barbecue editor Daniel Vaughn points out,...

Summer Heatwave Challenges for Rescue Pets As Central Texas experiences a scorching heatwave, it is crucial to remember the thousands of adoptable animals in need of loving homes. The "Clear the Shelters" campaign, currently taking place at rescue organizations across...

Staff Turnover Surges in Houston Schools After State TakeoverIn a startling development, Houston Independent School District (HISD) has experienced a significant surge in staff turnover since the state took over the district last year. More than 4,000 employees left...

Texas School Districts Face Funding Crisis as Federal COVID Relief EndsAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact communities across the United States, Texas school districts are facing a funding crisis as federal relief funds come to an end. With...

Bull Shark Baby Boom: Rising Population Along Texas CoastIn recent years, the Texas coast has seen a surge in the population of baby bull sharks, raising questions about the implications for both marine life and human interaction. Despite a...