Facebook, Instagram back online after widespread outages
A technical issue caused widespread login issues for over an hour on Facebook, Instagram, Threads and Messenger platforms on Tuesday.
Some doorbell cameras sold on Amazon, other sites have major security flaws: report
Security flaws included the ability for a bad actor to view footage from a person’s device or control it completely.
Austin Light Rail project: Residents review plans, provide feedback at open house
Project Connect, Austin's multi-billion dollar light rail project, is now in the 45-day public input process.
Apple scrapping electric car project
Apple is reportedly abandoning efforts to build an electric car after spending nearly a decade and billions of dollars on the project.
Sean Bailey steps down as Walt Disney Studios president, David Greenbaum takes on newly created role
The Walt Disney Studios announced that David Greenbaum has been named president of Disney Live Action and 20th Century Studios, a newly created role. He will report to Disney Entertainment Co-Chairman Alan Bergman.
Doctor dies after eating dinner at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant at Disney Springs, lawsuit alleges
A medical doctor died shortly after she was served a meal at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant at Disney Springs, according to a lawsuit filed last week in Orange County.
CapMetro CEO apologizes for rail line delays at Austin FC match
The CapMetro CEO is apologizing on X after customers experienced delays on rail line trains before and after Saturday's Austin FC season-opening match.
SAG Awards 2024: 'Oppenheimer' dominates with multiple wins as Oscars draw near
“Oppenheimer" continued to steamroll through Hollywood’s awards season on Saturday, winning the top prize, for outstanding cast, along with awards for Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr., at the 30th Screen Actors Guild Awards.
New CapMetro train station opens near Q2 Stadium in time for Austin FC home opener
Austin FC fans celebrated the grand opening of a new CapMetro train station located near the gates of Q2 Stadium.
Google suspends Gemini AI after it produces inaccurate images
Gemini users posted screenshots of the images, with Google sharing plans to improve the AI service.
Gun confiscated at Austin airport
Airport security has announced that it has confiscated another gun at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Austin FC: Q2 Stadium train station opens in time for home opener
It’s about to get a lot easier for soccer fans to get to Q2 Stadium. A new rail station is set to open just in time for Austin FC’s home opener.
Austin Energy taking steps to prevent widespread outages following ice storm
Austin City Council has given the green light for an independent study of the power lines in the Austin area.
Pork latte: Starbucks Reserve in China adds savory flavor to its menu
The “Abundant Year Savory Latte" or “Lucky Savory Latte" is available for a limited time.
Wet phone? Apple says don't put it in rice
How to dry your phone: Apple says rice is not the solution when it comes to a wet phone. Here's why.
Austin interim city manager pushes for improvements within Austin Police Department
The Austin Interim City Manager is pushing for improvements within the Austin Police Department before city council finds a new city manager.
Austin police officer shortage leaves portion of East Austin without patrol
An entire portion of East Austin was left without a single patrol officer for two hours. The Austin Police Association says staffing levels are at critical levels.
2024 total solar eclipse: Delta offering flights from Austin to Detroit for ‘premium viewing’
Delta flight 1218 is timed to give travelers the best chance to view the total solar eclipse at its peak.
Austin airport closes security checkpoint as part of expansion project
The Austin airport is expanding one of its checkpoints and building a new baggage handling system. Will this impact travelers?
Homeless crisis: Austin looks for permanent supportive housing units
The latest numbers from ECHO put Austin's homeless count at roughly 6,683, with 1,153 currently sheltered and 5,530 currently unsheltered.