Art
March 29, 2019
Let Us Now Celebrate the Croatian Artist Who Finds the Fantastical in James Harden’s Beard
The most iconic facial hair in Texas sports has proven to be a creative muse for Filip Peraić.
Politics & Policy
March 28, 2019
Texas May Outlaw Unsolicited Sexual Images. Would That Be Enforceable—and Does It Even Matter?
The legislation would be an example of law’s “expressive” power, potentially curbing behavior regardless of how many creeps are prosecuted.
Sports
March 27, 2019
Ranking the 2019 Stadium Food of Globe Life Park From Most to Least Believable
The ballpark tradition of serving up improbable foodstuffs to Rangers fans continues.
News & Politics
March 26, 2019
The University of Texas’s Scooter Speed Limit Is a Glimpse of the Future
The new rule uses geofencing technology to force vehicles on the college campus to slow down.
Critters
March 25, 2019
The Tragic Tale of Zero the Hero Dog
A heroic pet was shot and killed protecting his family in Houston, proving once more that dogs are the best of all of us.
Health
March 22, 2019
Texas Might Raise the Age Limit on Tobacco Products to 21—and Tobacco Companies Are Fine With It
The support from Altria marks a reversal from the tobacco company's viewpoint in 2017.
Best Thing In Texas
March 21, 2019
The Best Thing in Texas: This Fella Brought a Dang Longhorn to a Petco
It's the opposite of a bum steer.
Politics & Policy
March 20, 2019
The Texas Lege’s Culture War on Austin Has Come to a Cuddly Ceasefire
A step towards a less partisan future. Or at least a furrier, friendlier one.
Sports
March 19, 2019
The Three* Best Teams in the NBA Since 1997 Are in Texas, According to This Ridiculous Statistic
*There’s a big drop off between #1 and #2, though.
Business
March 18, 2019
How Many Domains Does Austin Need?
With yet another billion dollar mixed-use development in the works, Austin may be nearing its saturation point.
Music
March 15, 2019
Khalid Said Goodbye to his ‘American Teen’ Days at SXSW on Thursday
With just three weeks until his new album, ’Free Spirit,’ the singer from the city of the 915 played the songs that made him a star one last time.
Film & TV
March 15, 2019
A Former Lab Rat’s Review of Robert Rodriguez’s Drug-Study Horror Movie ‘Red 11’
One of the oldest ideas in the filmmaker’s notebook is based on his real life. And mine.
Film & TV
March 14, 2019
“Who Let the Dogs Out?” Apparently Austin’s Reagan High School Is to Thank (or Blame) for the Baha Men Hit
A SXSW premiere documentary explores the song’s strangely complex origin story and comes to a surprising conclusion.
Best Thing In Texas
March 12, 2019
The Best Thing in Texas: A Missouri City Donut Shop Finds Sweet Victory, Thanks to the Internet
The power of social media. And donuts.
Film & TV
March 11, 2019
Is Lupita Nyong’o SXSW’s New Queen of Horror?
Few actors start their careers as Lupita Nyong’o did. Her very first feature film role, in Steve McQueen’s Twelve Years a Slave, earned her an Academy Award. From there, as one of the most sought-after young stars in Hollywood, she managed her decisions very carefully. She focused on voice acting—a recurring role
Business
March 8, 2019
At SXSW, HBO and Amazon Go Over-the-Top on “Immersive Experiences”
The entertainment giants are going all out— think a ’Game of Thrones’ renaissance faire, angel/devil cosplay, and puppies. And manicures.
Film & TV
March 7, 2019
SXSW Award Winner ‘Short Term 12’ Has Become This Generation’s ‘Dazed and Confused’
The micro-budget feature launched a number of A-list careers.
Best Thing In Texas
March 6, 2019
The Best Thing in Texas: This Beaumont Principal’s “Tucked In Tuesdays” Bedtime Reading Warms Our Hearts
Belinda George makes sure that every student at her elementary school gets read to at night.
Books
March 6, 2019
The Hot New SXSW Trend Is… Libraries
FX and Comedy Central are both bringing their bibliophilia to Austin.
Travel & Outdoors
March 6, 2019
The Texas Monthly Visitors Guide to Austin During SXSW
It’s not like this the rest of the year.
Politics & Policy
March 5, 2019
SXSW Chief Programmer Hugh Forrest on How the Festival Found Politics
The bipartisan lineup of heavy-hitting political figures indicates a new way of thinking about the role the festival can play.
Film & TV
March 4, 2019
There Are at Least 864 Ways to Spell ‘McConaughey.’ Here’s a Map of How People Get There.
McConnahaugh? McConaughay? McConohay? All right, all right, all right.
Food & Drink
March 1, 2019
Could P. Terry’s Become As Big As Whataburger?
With a new CEO, the beloved Austin chain looks to expand beyond its hometown for the first time.
Sports
February 28, 2019
Jason Witten is Once More a Dallas Cowboy
The popular tight end is out of the booth and back on the field.
Sports
February 27, 2019
The Houston Astros are the Best Bet in Major League Baseball
But what are the odds that they'll make noise come October?
Best Thing In Texas
February 26, 2019
The Best Thing in Texas: The Clippers Gave Dirk Nowitzki a Standing Ovation
The giant of Texas basketball got the classiest of send-offs.
Music
February 26, 2019
Kacey Musgraves Covering Selena at the Houston Rodeo Is an Iconic Moment in Texas Music History
The hottest singer in country music paid tribute to her Texas roots with a cover of "Como La Flor."
Being Texan
February 25, 2019
Why Do So Many People Type “Forth Worth” Instead of “Fort Worth”?
We talked to an expert to understand the Texan typo, for once and forth all.
News & Politics
February 25, 2019
Criminal Charges Against Schlitterbahn Officials Have Been Dropped
Because the charges were dismissed pretrial, prosecutors have the right to refile a criminal complaint.
Film & TV
February 21, 2019
You Will Soon Have the Opportunity to Hear Matthew McConaughey Attempt a British Accent for a Whole Movie
The actor has teamed up with British director Guy Ritchie on a movie that should be amusing—intentionally or otherwise.
Best Thing In Texas
February 21, 2019
The Best Thing in Texas: A Message in a Bottle Washed Up on Padre Island—57 Years Later
The missive was part of a 1962 study that attempted to track the flow of ocean currents.
News & Politics
February 20, 2019
The Houston Transgender News and Activism Blog TransGriot Keeps Getting Suspended by Google
Monica Roberts, the author of the long-running blog, was told only that the service suspended her platform in error—before it did so again.
Border & Immigration
February 20, 2019
Therese Patricia Okoumou, Who Climbed the Statue of Liberty Last Fourth of July, has Climbed Austin’s Southwest Key Headquarters to Protest Family Separation
The activist has once more ascended to great heights to send a message.
Film & TV
February 20, 2019
Will Rooster Teeth Be the Netflix of Animation?
The Austin-based production studio is known for creating cult classics. Will it finally go mainstream?
Music
February 19, 2019
Austin Singer-Songwriter Walker Lukens Explains Why That’s Not a Whataburger on His Album Cover
The cover of ’Adult’ captures the nature of time, but not the nature of hamburgers.
Music
February 15, 2019
Travis Scott May Manifest His ‘Astroworld’ Dreams Into an Actual Amusement Park
Houston mayor Sylvester Turner appeared onstage at the Toyota Center to present the rapper with the key to the city—and teased the promise of roller coasters.
News & Politics
February 14, 2019
Texans Sure Like to Pack Guns in Their Carry-On Bags
The TSA would like to remind you not to bring your firearms through the security checkpoint.
Best Thing In Texas
February 14, 2019
The Best Thing in Texas: A Baker Made Valentines Out of a Canceled Order
When life handed Mary Lee of Magnolia Lee Baking dinosaurs, she made dino-valentines.
Film & TV
February 12, 2019
Could ‘Alita: Battle Angel’ Be Robert Rodriguez’s Return to the A-List?
The self-styled rebel of the 1990s indie film boom hasn’t had a hit in years. Can ‘Alita’ turn his fortunes around?
Music
February 12, 2019
Here Are the Best Songs About All the Most Texan Brands, Including Whataburger and H-E-B
What better way to show your love for Donut Taco Palace than with a song called “Donut Taco Palace”?
Food & Drink
February 11, 2019
We Have Questions About This Taco Cabana Ad from 1992
Was Chili’s ever considered a Mexican restaurant? Was there a beef with Pappasito’s? How do you say “Cabana”?
Music
February 11, 2019
Kacey Musgraves Won Album of the Year at the Grammys and Nothing Will Ever Be the Same
With her Golden Hour taking top honors, the singer’s big gamble has paid off.
Music
February 7, 2019
Listen to ‘Talk,’ a Killer Single From Khalid’s Upcoming Second Album
El Paso’s favorite adopted son teams up with British superproducers Disclosure to preview his April album release.
Best Thing In Texas
February 7, 2019
The Best Thing in Texas: A Scottish Mountain Man Was Rescued—After His Distress Signal Was Picked Up in Houston
70-year-old Ken had been living off the grid for 25 years when he fell ill.
Politics & Policy
February 5, 2019
Beto O’Rourke “Excited at the Prospect” of Running for President, Will Decide by End of February
In an interview with Oprah Winfrey today, O'Rourke left his options wide open.
Music
February 5, 2019
Listen to a Whole Dang Song About Topo Chico by Robert Ellis
The Houston songwriter pays tribute to the iconic brand on his latest album.
Health
February 4, 2019
Measles Cases Confirmed in Houston Area
A recent study found that four of the fifteen national anti-vaxxing “hot spots” are in Texas, including Harris County, where three cases were confirmed Monday.
Music
February 4, 2019
Going Vegan Brings You One Step Closer to Beyoncé (and Possibly Free Tickets to Her Shows)
Queen Bey and her husband are offering one heck of a grand prize to fans who commit to plant-based meals.
Critters
February 4, 2019
Y’all! Look at These Two New Baby Lemurs at the Houston Zoo
Current hobbies include clinging to their mothers's fur and waiting to grow up.
Food & Drink
February 1, 2019
Who in the Heck Is Bringing Spinach Dip to Super Bowl Parties?
The food map trend strikes again—and it's coming after our Super Bowl snacks.