Posts by Sophie Clearwater
$2B budget shortfall leaves Mamdani’s freebie-filled agenda with uphill battle: ‘There’s no good news’
[ad_1] Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is already facing a hurdle to his freebie-filled agenda with a projected $2.18 billion budget shortfall — with bigger funding gaps possible in the years ahead, a new report said. The budget shortfall could balloon to over $13 billion by 2029 due to underbudgeting of costs and sluggish economic growth, according…
Read MoreTesla robotaxis now test driving in Austin without humans on board
[ad_1] Tesla robotaxis have been navigating Austin streets for the last six months or so, with “Tesla Safety Monitors” on board. Now, the robotaxis are operating without anyone inside. [ad_2] Source link
Read MoreSeasonal worker 'no longer affiliated' after harassing vendor near Trail of Lights
[ad_1] A seasonal worker of a contractor at the Austin Trail of Lights is “no longer affiliated” with the foundation after video circulating on social media showed the man appearing to harass a hot dog vendor near the event. [ad_2] Source link
Read MoreChris Hemsworth Shares What’s Kept His Nearly 15-Year Marriage With Elsa Pataky “In Check”
[ad_1] Chris Hemsworth is getting real about the key to a lasting marriage. The Thor star, 42, will have been married to Fast & Furious actress Elsa Pataky for 15 years come Dec. 26. And Chris shared that while work and kids can make life chaotic, the secret to a long, healthy marriage has been nothing other than…
Read MoreChallenge to the Texas 'App Store Accountability Act' heard in federal court
[ad_1] A new law in Texas requiring parental consent for minors to use mobile device app stores is being challenged in court, with arguments made that it violates the First Amendment and free speech rights of minors. [ad_2] Source link
Read MoreTexas medical marijuana businesses evolving with expected increase in demand
[ad_1] The few companies that have licenses to grow, manufacture, and sell medicinal marijuana in Texas are expanding and changing after legislative actions this year will likely grow the demand in the state’s Compassionate Use Program (TCUP). [ad_2] Source link
Read MoreExperts warn holiday drinking could lead to serious heart problems
[ad_1] Doctors call it “Holiday Heart Syndrome.” It’s caused by binge drinking alcohol, typically over the holidays, and can lead to serious heart problems. [ad_2] Source link
Read MoreBevo's travels: The real-life Longhorn's longest trips
[ad_1] The university of Texas at Austin has taken its live mascot on several long trips in the past. [ad_2] Source link
Read More15 Gifts That Will Fit in Your Luggage (Because Holiday Travel Is Already Stressful Enough)
[ad_1] Chances are you’re traveling this holiday season, which means you’re probably hoping you can stuff all the presents you still have to buy into your one suitcase. That’s no easy feat, especially if you’re an over packer like myself. You’ll have to work smarter not harder if want all your gifts to fit in…
Read MoreAustin Police searching for suspects accused of stealing Rolex
[ad_1] The incident happened on Oct. 18 in the 200 block of Lavaca Street. [ad_2] Source link
Read MoreRob Reiner’s Son Nick Reiner Hires Alan Jackson, Lawyer for Harvey Weinstein, Karen Read
[ad_1] The attorney also previously worked as Kevin Spacey‘s defense in his Massachusetts groping case. (The case was dismissed after the actor’s accuser dropped the civil complaint in 2019.) The 60-year-old—who began his career at the L.A. County District Attorney’s Office as Assistant Head Deputy of the Major Crimes Division for nearly 20 years before…
Read MoreSelena Gomez Reacts After Fan Asks How She Shaves Her “Mustache”
[ad_1] Grimes Defends Selena Gomez Against “Disturbing” Online Comments About Her Appearance Selena Gomez is killing ’em with kindness. The “Sunset Blvd” singer couldn’t help but to laugh when someone asked her, “How do you shave your mustache?” In fact, “I was like, ‘I totally get it,’” Selena said while giggling in a video shared…
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