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Tesla Robotaxi Fleet Will Have '10 To 12 Cars' At First: Musk

Tesla’s CEO said that the current test fleet, which has safety drivers, has had “essentially no interventions.”

InsideEVs

Tesla CEO Elon Musk says he will spend 'a lot less' on future political campaigns

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has pledged to be less involved in politics and assured investors he would remain at the helm of the company for the next five years. His remarks triggered a brief intraday rebound in Tesla shares.

Euronews

Democratic Rep. Vikki Goodwin announces run for lieutenant governor

As the field takes shape for the 2026 campaign, the Republican incumbent, Dan Patrick, starts with a large financial advantage.

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‘It’ll actually gum up your entire machine’: Expert shares the one common product you should never use when doing laundry

An Austin, Texas dry cleaner has some laundry advice that could save you thousands of dollars. But that doesn’t mean you’re going to like it.

The Mary Sue

‘It’s a terrible idea and it’s really hard’ - Comedian becomes the first person to cover the US coast-to-coast on a BMX bike

Sebastian Fowler covered 3333 miles across 11 states in 80 days pedaling a 20-inch BMX bike loaded with 27 kilos of gear

Cycling Weekly

Shipped to El Salvador: An Austin Immigration Lawyer on Her Teen Client’s Forced ‘Disappearance’

“Due process hasn’t been protected. The process that is set in place in this country that is the basis and foundation of our legal system was not allowed to work.”

Texas Observer

Uber's Robotaxis Are 99% Busier Than Human Drivers, and Will Take Over Major City Centres Within 10 Years

Uber's robotaxi program is rapidly expanding, and its autonomous vehicles in Austin are reportedly 99% busier than human drivers.

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U.S. Band Lord Buffalo Cancels European Tour After Drummer Is 'Forcibly Removed' From Flight: 'We Are Devastated'

Austin-based band Lord Buffalo canceled their European tour after U.S. Customs and Border Patrol "forcibly removed" drummer Yamal Said from a flight

Latin Times

A Texas Writer Tackles a Subject ‘Beckoning in the Shadows His Entire Life’

Stephen Harrigan explores his own Catholic boyhood in Texas—and the prophecy left behind by a Portuguese prophet girl—in a compelling new book.

Texas Observer

Tesla Robotaxi Release Could Happen In A Few Weeks: Elon Musk Predicts Millions Of Autonomous EV To Pile The Road

Elon Musk predicts Tesla's robotaxi will launch in Austin by June, with millions of autonomous EVs by 2026. Could this slash costs and emissions?

International Business Times UK

A mom was arrested after starving her child in a closet. Now, cops are searching for her sister who has been missing since 2017

The little girl was never formally reported to be missing, but police are now searching for her after her grandmother called 911 because her sister had been allegedly ‘locked’ in a closet

The Independent UK

Austin City Limits reveals Sabrina Carpenter, The Strokes and more

Sabrina Carpenter, The Strokes, Hozier, Doja Cat, Luke Combs, John Summit and Doechii will headline this year's Austin City Limits Music Festival.

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MotoGP bans 2027-spec bike tests until conclusion of 2025 season

The FIM (Federation Internationale de Motocyclisme) announced a series of changes to the 2025 MotoGP World Championship regulations earlier this week. The changes, which took effect on April 29, most notably included the introduction of a test day for riders returning from injury and clarified startline procedures sparked by the…

Motorsport

Will Dan Patrick’s Senate Stymie Fentanyl Test Strip Legalization (Again)?

Legislation to allow some forms of drug checking has reached the same Senate committee where a similar bill died last session—two years and at least 3,200 Texas overdose deaths ago.

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Texas Republican lawmakers may “financially handcuff” cities that don’t play by their rules

One proposal would allow the attorney general to sue cities and freeze sales tax revenues for up to 90 days.

Motorsport

Miami GP “crucial” to Formula 1’s growth in America, says Stefano Domenicali

Austin may have hosted Formula 1 since 2012, but the real test for if the championship could finally break into American culture came a decade later when the decision was taken to race in Miami.

Autosport

Domenicali: Miami GP key to F1's growth in the USA

Austin may have hosted Formula 1 since 2012, but the real test for if the championship could finally break into American culture came a decade later when the decision was taken to race in Miami.

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30 Of The Funniest Signs Posted By This Restaurant (New Pics)

"El Arroyo" was opened back in 1975 in Austin, Texas and has been making its customers and the internet chuckle with its humorous messages.

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Advocates fear Texas lawmakers are about to worsen the state’s homelessness crisis

Republican lawmakers are considering a bill to strengthen the state’s ban on homeless encampments and speed up the eviction process.

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44 Funny Signs By The Legendary Tex-Mex Restaurant, El Arroyo (New Pics)

Tex-Mex restaurant El Arroyo, in Austin, Texas, offers more than what's on the menu—it also puts up the wittiest signs that are sure to make everyone's day.

Texas Observer

In Booming Central Texas, Wastewater Is Polluting Rivers and Streams

A bill in the Texas Legislature would protect the last 21 pristine watersheds. But for years, previous attempts have been defeated by powerful homebuilders.

The Texas Tribune

Texas lawmakers want to exempt police from deadly conduct charges

Local prosecutors have used the charge to punish police accused of misconduct. Legislation that would prevent that is advancing through the Legislature.

The Texas Tribune

In booming Central Texas, wastewater is polluting rivers and streams

A bill in the Legislature would protect the last 21 pristine watersheds in Texas. But for years, previous attempts have been defeated by powerful homebuilders.

InsideEVs

Volkswagen Could Beat Tesla With ID. Buzz Robovan

People love the Volkswagen ID. Buzz. When I had a press loaner in New York City last month, the electric van grabbed eyeballs everywhere I went. Even the police were interested in checking the van out. Now, you might see a lot more of these vans out on the streets…

Motor1

Uber's New Autonomous Vehicle Is the VW ID. Buzz

Volkswagen of America first rolled out an autonomous vehicle test fleet using ID. Buzz electric minivans in July 2023 in Austin, Texas. Now, the retro-styled people mover has found a new role as Uber’s autonomous driving vehicle. However, you’ll have to wait until late next year to book the ID.…

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