Bars

Developers announced a 40-story mixed-use building would take the place of several LGBTQ+ bars and nightclubs in downtown Austin. Almost two years later, the bars are still standing, leaving community members wondering what will happen next.

No matter the season, the iconic Austin dive bar off Justin Lane is filled with snow globes, Christmas trees and strings of red and green lights. But the story behind how this decor came to be is always changing.

Citing public safety concerns, Austin City Council moved last week to eliminate required parking spaces at cocktail lounges. Advocates applauded the city's efforts to get folks to leave their cars at home and to ease the burden on small businesses.

A proposal for a new mixed-use high-rise threatens to change Austin's iconic LGBTQ+ nightlife.

West Sixth and Rainey Street bars are roaring back. Red River and East Sixth Street bars and venues aren't.

COVID-19 patients have made up more than 15% of total hospital capacity for seven days straight, so occupancy limits are increasing for businesses and elective surgeries must be put on hold.

As COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations balloon, public health experts and local officials worry the loopholes are one reason behind the recent rise.

Travis County Judge Sam Biscoe said he’s not going to allow bars to reopen at 50% capacity Wednesday, citing a memo from the county's top doctor saying…

A group representing bar and nightclub owners is angry over Gov. Greg Abbott’s plan to allow bars to reopen because Abbott left the decision to county…

Lee esta historia en español. The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission passed rules Tuesday aimed at making it easier for bars to reopen during the…