It's official: we've just completed the hottest week in Austin's recorded history.
Austin Public Health finds itself not only battling the spread of monkeypox, but also the spread of misinformation about the disease. Meanwhile, Hays, Caldwell, Gillespie and Mason Counties have been upgraded to High COVID-19 risk level.
CNBC's annual "Top States For Business" poll finds Texas to be the fifth-best state in the U.S. for business - but the second-worst state to live in. Only Arizona is worse for "life, health and inclusion".
More from that expansive Austin Monitor poll says Austinites find local news valuable, but disagree on how good our local media is, with conservatives particularly critical. The full spread of data from the poll has also been released for your perusal.
Taylor residents remain resolved to honor the legacy of Dr. James Dickey, the Black community leader whose historic home was destroyed by an arsonist last weekend.
The Hot Summer Nights free live music series has announced its lineup of bands and participating venues, with shows scheduled between August 4 and 6.
