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Friday, Jun 14

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An Austin Gun Dealer Won a Suit to Overturn the Bump Stock Ban

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The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6–3 in favor of Michael Cargill, ending a federal prohibition dating from the early days of the Trump administration.

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Jake Allyn’s New Movie, ‘Ride,’ Is the ‘Friday Night Lights’ of Rodeo

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The Dallas-raised actor and director talks about saddling up and riding bulls to film a drama set in the “cowboy capital of the world.”

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Buc-ee the Beaver Appears to Be Having a Midlife Crisis

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The 42-year-old mascot just debuted a new, slimmer look, and Texans aren’t loving it.

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Meanwhile, in Texas: Emus Get the Bum’s Rush, and a Kilt-Clad Shopper Gets, Well . . .

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A brief selection of recent events in our unpredictable state.

Mexta Intends to Be the Boldest Mexican Restaurant in Austin

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Its name a mash-up of “Mex” and “ATX,” Mexta has big plans for Austin’s food scene.

The Pronghorn, America’s Fastest Land Mammal, Rules the Texas Desert and Plains

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The ungulate is essentially the last of the megafauna that once roamed here.

Follow the Smell of Oak and Coffee to This East Texas Barbecue Joint

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Brendyn’s BBQ, in Nacogdoches, has excelled since opening its brick and mortar in 2020, especially with its coffee-rubbed brisket.

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Who’s Bankrolling These Prominent Abortion Rights Opponents?

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A small-town Texas church paid lawyer fees to Jonathan Mitchell, architect of Texas's abortion bounty law. But does the church even exist?

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Remembering Tejano Legend Johnny Canales

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‘Texas Country Reporter’ host J.B. Sauceda grew up watching ‘The Johnny Canales Show’ and reflects on his legacy.

Thursday, Jun 13

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The Supreme Court Has Ruled Against Abortion Pill Restrictions

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A case originating in Amarillo challenged the legal status of mifepristone. The nation's highest court preserved access to the abortion pill in a ruling today.

TM BBQ Fest 2024: Early Bird Ticket Information

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Everything you need to know to get early access to TM BBQ Fest tickets.

The Story: Why the Livestrong Bracelet Matters

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Twenty years later, staff writer Emily McCullar discusses why an oral history of the iconic yellow band is a story that deserves to be told.

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How One San Marcos Designer Is Changing How We Think About “Bikini Bodies”

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Luv Martha sells made-to-order swimsuits that are customized to fit shoppers who use insulin pumps, have undergone mastectomies, or just want a perfect fit.

How Johnny Canales Created an Enduring Culture Around Tejano Music

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The host, whose death was announced Thursday, and his show provided millions with a sense of belonging—and introduced Selena to the world.

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A Houston Artist’s Career Took Off While She Was Imprisoned. Now Free, She’s Learning to Paint Again.

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Jamie Diaz’s work depicts her experience as a Christian trans woman behind bars in a men’s prison.

The Next Great Texas Literary Epic

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Amid a bumper crop of generation-spanning novels from Texas Latinas, Marcela Fuentes’s unflinching "Malas" stands out.

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Everything We Know About Richard Linklater’s Adaptation of ‘Merrily We Roll Along’

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It's gonna be a while—nearly 20 years—before we can actually see the dang movie. But thanks to the Broadway revival, fans can at least get a preview.

How Rockabilly Trailblazer Charline Arthur Shocked Nashville and Almost Became a Superstar

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She was known for her rowdy stage shows, during which she jumped off amplifiers, rolled around the floor, and even sang while lying down.

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Making the Band: An Oral History of the Livestrong Bracelet

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In 2004, a Texas nonprofit launched a yellow wristband. It became a must-have accessory and talisman of hope that changed the fight against cancer forever.

Wednesday, Jun 12

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Will Outdoor Enthusiasts Love the Devils River to Death?

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One of Texas’s most pristine and isolated waterways is about to become a lot more accessible. And not everyone is happy about it.

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This Late-Night “Grown-Folks” Soul Music Broadcast Serves as a Lifeline for Inmates at a Fort Stockton Prison

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frantic life in the Houston club scene and started a new one as a Big Bend politician. Now he’s formed an unlikely alliance through his “grown-folks” soul music broadcasts.

Filmmaker Yen Tan Couldn’t Find a Movie About Pet Grief. So He Made One.

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The first sound you hear at the beginning of All That We Love, the new film directed by Austin-based filmmaker Yen Tan, is wind chimes tinkling in the breeze. The gentle stillness of this opening scene immediately reminded me of the hush…

Cheer on the Mavs With Beef Ribs and Caviar-Topped Tacos

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Zavala's Barbecue is rolling out a special menu at the American Airlines Center as the Mavericks hope to get a few Finals wins at home.

Can This Alaskan Bring Olympic Gold Back to Texas?

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University of Texas rising junior Lydia Jacoby had to find balance in life before chasing another gold medal in the pool.

Tuesday, Jun 11

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Who Will Buy Infowars?

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As his bankruptcy takes a turn, Alex Jones has agreed to sell the brand that both made him famous and cost him everything.

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Only One Texan Won at the 2024 James Beard Awards

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The sole medalist is the owner of Ana Liz Taqueria, in the Rio Grande Valley, who took home the prize for Best Chef: Texas.

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“The Real Heart of the Democratic Party Is With the Criminals”

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Dallas mayor Eric Johnson shocked his city when he became a Republican last year. And he’s not backing down.

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How Castroville Is Keeping Its Strong French (and German) Connection Alive

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Local families with Alsatian roots have bought up the historic buildings in this quaint town, which is now home to a new barbecue joint and bakery, a restored theater, and charming hotels.

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At This Anaplastology Lab, Each Lifelike Limb Is a Work of Art

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"We cannot put back what God put there in the first place, but we can help make them feel whole again."

Monday, Jun 10

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What’s Up With “Espresso,” a Mysterious New Song Shared by Maren Morris?

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The singer’s evolving sound has taken turns before. But is this Gothic, choir-backed new music even hers?