Georgetown fire stations now have microchip scanners for lost pets
The fire stations are not able to take possession of any pets. If owners cannot be reached or identified, fire personnel can give guidance as to the next steps.
Biden: South Korean computer chip plant a model for deeper ties to Asia
President Joe Biden opened a trip to Asia on Friday by touring a South Korean computer chip factory that will be the model for a semiconductor factory in Texas.
Verizon raises fees for wireless service, adds new charge for businesses
The telecommunications giant's moves come as inflation continues to run near a 40-year high.
NASA Mars lander losing power due to dust accumulation
Since landing on Mars in 2018, InSight has detected more than 1,300 marsquakes.
Austin airport restores power following power outage
According to the airport, the power outage is impacting gates 16, 17, 18, and 21. The power outage is also affecting the east side ticket counters.
Elon Musk: Twitter deal 'can't move forward' until company proves spam numbers
The Tesla CEO said his deal to buy Twitter can't move forward unless the company shows public proof that less than 5% of the accounts on the platform are fake or spam.
Jamaican phone scammer captured after calling former CIA, FBI director and his wife
A scammer from Jamaica chose the wrong targets by calling the former FBI and CIA director and his wife and because of their quick actions, they helped the FBI capture the caller.
Data breach at Department of Insurance exposed personal information of 1.8 million Texans, audit says
The personal data was accessible to the public for nearly three years because of a glitch in the code of the department’s web application.
Summer screen time for kids: How much is too much, tips for setting limits
Here are recommended screen time limits for kids, by age, and why parents’ own screen time use can play a part.
Buffalo shooting livestream yanked in under 2 minutes, Twitch says - but critics say not fast enough
Even though Twitch said it pulled the Buffalo shooting video in under two minutes, other versions still spread quickly to other platforms - and they don't always disappear quickly.
Police: Man stabbed Tinder date, 2nd woman before Good Samaritan intervened
Police said the 18-year-old lured his victim to a park where he stabbed her multiple times — then took off and also stabbed a second woman at a nearby gas station.
Google launches 10 shade skin tone palette to promote 'image equity'
Google says people previously felt 'lumped in' to certain racial categories
New technology could slow scooter riders' roll when they ride on sidewalks
Lime, Scoot and Spin are now unveiling their new technology aimed at keeping the scooters off the sidewalks. The systems allow the scooters to buzz along in the green lane, but slow to 5 miles per hour if they cross onto the sidewalk.
Texas law prohibiting social media companies from banning users over their viewpoints reinstated
The court did not evaluate the law on its constitutionality but will allow it to go back into effect while a legal case plays out. Texas lawmakers passed the law, saying social media platforms have an anti-conservative bias.
Immersive light installation to debut at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
Field of Light is a display of 28,000 stemmed spheres that are subtly lit by solar-powered fiber-optics. Guests can enjoy the exhibit from September through December 2022.
NFL expansion team in Austin? Mayor Adler responds to Dallas mayor's tweets
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson says he thinks Dallas should have a second NFL team if the league were to expand but Austin Mayor Steve Adler says, "wouldn't Austin be a lot cooler if it happened?"
San Antonio Spurs owner Peter J. Holt responds to growing worries of Austin relocation
Holt decided to speak out and ease worries for those in San Antonio after the Spurs asked for permission last week to play four home games outside of San Antonio.
Meow Wolf announces permanent exhibitions in Texas
The arts and entertainment company, known for its immersive and interactive experiences, will open exhibitions in Grapevine and Houston.
Round Rock ISD students can keep district-issued Chromebook over the summer
Students who do not have a district-issued Chromebook should check one out from their campus before Wednesday, May 25.
Elon Musk would reverse Trump Twitter ban, calling it morally wrong
Elon Musk said he would overturn former President Donald Trump's ban from Twitter if his purchase of the company is successful.