‼️ Old Trudy’s has a new tenant

Original Black’s Barbecue Plans New Austin Location

An Original Black’s Barbecue location, complete with on-site smokers and a child’s play area, is planned for the old Trudy’s Tex-Mex building near The University of Texas at Austin. [Austin American-Statesman]

• Since Austin has become one of the most competitive barbecue cities in the country, it may feel impossible to figure out which restaurant to try. Start here! [City Cast Austin 🎧]

Paramount’s Summer Classic Film Series Still on Despite Closure

Paramount Theatre’s annual Summer Classic Film Series kicks off May 22 at the downtown theater. Once the Paramount closes in mid-June for renovations, films will be shown at the State Theatre next door and other venues around town. [Paramount Theatre]

Paxton To Investigate APD Over ICE Policy

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has plans to investigate the Austin Police Department, claiming the department violated the state’s sanctuary city ban when it changed how it interacts with U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agents. [KXAN]

Tesla Gigafactory Water Usage Spiked in Last 2 Years

Treated water use increased by more than 200 million gallons between 2023 and 2025 at Tesla’s Giga Texas factory in eastern Travis County. [Austin Current]