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The Museum of Modern Art in New York is currently celebrating the 50th anniversary of Tobe Hooper's iconic horror film, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. While the film is often associated with Austin, where it was conceived and filmed,...

The American Analog Set, a beloved Austin bedroom-pop band, is set to reunite for their first shows in nearly 20 years. The band will be performing a special two-night stand at Rollins Theatre on September 20-21, in celebration of...

Delving into the Origin of Frito Pie Frito pie, a beloved Texan dish often enjoyed under the bright lights of Friday night football games, has a rich history that dates back to 1949. The original recipe, which was first served...

Overcrowded Texas Jails Send Pretrial Detainees to Other Counties and StatesTwo Saturdays a month, Sorcha Costigan embarks on a 100-mile drive from Sabine County to DeQuincy, Louisiana, to visit her husband Jess Hampton, who is being held at Louisiana...

Texas Congressman Shares Personal Experience and Reaction to FDA Rejection of MDMA for PTSD TreatmentIn recent years, there has been a growing interest in psychedelic therapy as a potential treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Research on the use...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — In a shocking turn of events, the Austin Police Department has revealed a DNA link between two separate homicide investigations, spanning six years and crossing county lines. This discovery has left both law enforcement and the...

Blizzard Game Studio Workers in Austin Unionize for Better Rights and ConditionsIn a significant win for gaming industry workers in Texas, the quality assurance team at Blizzard Entertainment's Austin office has successfully unionized. This move marks a milestone in...

Indie Gaming Fest Fantastic Arcade Makes a Triumphant ReturnAfter a five-year hiatus, indie gaming fest Fantastic Arcade is making a triumphant return with a special Fun Size edition. Originally launched in 2010 as a section of Fantastic Fest, the...

Former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner clinched the Democratic nomination for the Texas 18th Congressional District in a closely contested selection process that took place at the Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church. The two-and-a-half-hour event saw six out of the eight...

Attorney General Ken Paxton of Texas has issued a legal threat to the city of Dallas regarding the State Fair of Texas's ban on all firearms, including licensed concealed carry. Paxton has given the city 15 days to compel...