finance
S&P 500 Climbs 0.39% as Global Markets Rally Forward
The S&P 500 in USD, plus major global indices, gold and currencies, with market context for Austin investors and retirement savings and pension balances.
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Technology
Austin Achieves 274 Mbps Speeds With 130,000-Mile Fiber Network
With median download speeds of 274 Mbps and a fiber network that spans more than 130,000 miles, the city has built a connectivity advantage that most metros can't match.
news
Austin Budget Proposal Brings Cuts to Services After Proposition Q Rejection
City Manager T.C. Broadnax's $6.6 billion plan requires reductions that affect social service contracts, parks and public health programs for residents.
news
Austin's Government Decisions Face Global Scrutiny, Reveal Strengths and Gaps
As cities worldwide wrestle with complex governance challenges, Austin’s approach reveals both strengths and growing pains when compared to international counterparts.
news
Austin Leaders Weigh Economic Outlook Amid Persistent Global Challenges
City leaders and industry observers weigh in on Austin’s economy, highlighting opportunities and concerns as local and global challenges persist.
lifestyle
Austin's Mental Health Services: Navigate Costs, Access, and Available Resources Today
A guide to navigating mental health services in Austin amid rising demand and varying costs.
finance
Austin's Tech Sector Navigates Geopolitical Tensions, Economic Pressure in 2026
As geopolitical conflicts intensify and economic pressures mount, Austin's cornerstone tech industry contends with growing headwinds in 2026.
news
Austin Residents Reveal How Rising Electricity Bills Transform Household Budgets
Community members describe how higher utility bills are shaping household decisions.
Technology
Austin Tech Jobs: Navigating Opportunities Amid Market Shifts
As the local job market balances high volume with economic headwinds, job seekers are finding varied paths into technology careers.
community
Austin Residents Flock to Nearby Free Trails and Water Adventures
Multiple free and low-cost options sit within city limits or a short drive from downtown.
culture
Austin Artists Paint 12 New Murals Across Neighborhoods This July
Fresh street art installations in multiple neighborhoods have residents mapping walking routes and planning evening visits.
wellness
Austin's Aquatic Centers Are Having a Moment, and the Lanes Are Open to Everyone
From toddler splash classes to masters swim leagues, Austin's public and private pools are drawing record interest as summer heat pushes residents into the water.