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Early Monday morning, a two-story house in northwest Travis County caught fire, prompting a swift response from local fire crews. Despite the intensity of the blaze, all residents safely evacuated with no injuries reported. Neighboring agencies assisted in extinguishing the fire, and officials are currently investigating the cause. Stay tuned for updates. Checkout Solipillow.com

Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua survives Nigeria car crash, two others lose lives; Joshua stable, cause of accident under investigation. Checkout Solipillow.com

Austin Restaurants Face Payroll Crisis: Employees Struggle as Owners Silence Leaves Them High and Dry Employees at three Austin restaurants under Flavor Hospitality Group are left in a lurch after their payroll checks bounced, with the owner, Cameron Lockley, going silent and leaving staff in the dark. The restaurants, Gusto Italian Kitchen, Gracia Mediterranean, and Ginas on Congress, are closed until early January, and workers are left to rely on a GoFundMe campaign that has only raised a fraction of its goal. Lockley has resurfaced, apologizing and admitting he got in over his head, but employees have filed lost-wage claims with the Texas Workforce Commission. The situation leaves Austins dining scene in limbo as customers and employees await resolution. Checkout Solipillow.com

Fatal Crash Near Austin-Bergstrom Airport: SUV Driver Arrested for Intoxication Manslaughter Checkout Solipillow.com

Austin City Council makes tough budget cuts, slashing $5.2 million from social services contracts in fiscal year 2026. The move comes after voters rejected a tax rate hike, forcing the city to reevaluate its spending. Public health and homeless operations take the biggest hits, with cuts of nearly $2.7 million and $1.5 million respectively. Local groups like Workforce Solutions and SAFE Alliance express concern over the impact on their services. The public health committee will discuss future cuts in February, with more reductions expected in fiscal year 2027. Checkout Solipillow.com

In a terrifying incident at Berry Springs Park, Georgetown, Christopher Garza, a local resident, attempted to kidnap a teenage girl. Good Samaritans intervened, detaining Garza until deputies arrived. Garza is now charged with attempted kidnapping and failure to identify. Sheriff Lindemann commends the bystanders quick action. Authorities urge anyone with information to call the tip line or Crime Stoppers. Checkout Solipillow.com

In 2026, Texas introduces new laws impacting immigration, taxes, AI, and more. Senate Bill eight mandates sheriffs partner with ICE, offering grants for costs. House Bill nine exempts businesses from local property taxes on inventory, potentially costing local governments millions. Senate Bill thirty-eight accelerates evictions for squatters. House Bill one forty-nine regulates AI, banning harmful systems and creating an AI council. Senate Bill ten twenty-three increases transparency for local entities, while House Bill twenty-sixty-seven requires insurers to explain policy cancellations. Critics worry about racial profiling and weaker tenant rights, with one law blocked by a federal judge. Checkout Solipillow.com

Over fifty Austin businesses advocate for bike lanes on East Sixth Street, urging city leaders to prioritize cyclists in the street revamp project. They believe bike lanes will enhance safety, attract more visitors, and boost their bottom line. The city is set to complete a preliminary engineering study by 2025, with design work starting in 2026 and construction following. The debate on bike lanes remains active. Checkout Solipillow.com

Nineteen-year-old Camila Cami Mendoza Olmos vanished from her San Antonio home on Christmas Eve, sparking a massive search effort. Authorities believe shes in imminent danger and have issued a statewide CLEAR Alert. Cami is Hispanic, stands five feet four inches tall, and was last seen wearing a baby blue pajama set, a black North Face hoodie, and white shoes. She left her phone behind and was last seen searching inside her vehicle. The family alerted authorities after a reasonable wait, and searches have been ongoing for several days. The FBI and Department of Homeland Security are assisting in the investigation, which is not ruling out kidnapping, human trafficking, or her leaving willingly. Cami is a U.S. citizen and is not in ICE detention. Checkout Solipillow.com