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Talarico Returns to Campaign Trail at Austin City Limits After Flu-Related Absence
politics19 hours ago

Talarico Returns to Campaign Trail at Austin City Limits After Flu-Related Absence

Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico returned to public appearances at the Austin City Limits Music Festival on October 9, ending a nearly two-week absence attributed to the flu. His Republican opponent, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, criticized the move, arguing that Talarico had 'ghosted' voters and used the illness as an excuse to avoid campaign events while attending elite gatherings. The race remains highly competitive, with recent polls showing a tight contest between the two candidates ahead of early voting beginning on October 19.

Talarico Returns to Public Eye at Austin Festival After Two-Week Absence
politics23 hours ago

Talarico Returns to Public Eye at Austin Festival After Two-Week Absence

Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico reappeared at the Austin City Limits Music Festival on October 9, ending a nine-day absence from in-person campaign events. His campaign attributed the hiatus to a flu diagnosis, but the gap sparked speculation and criticism from Republican opponent Ken Paxton. While Talarico’s return signals a resumption of campaigning ahead of early voting on October 19, the incident has intensified scrutiny over his availability and the competitive dynamics of the Texas Senate race.

ACL 2026 Livestream Schedule Revealed: Disney+ and Hulu to Stream Zilker Park Sets
entertainment8 days ago

ACL 2026 Livestream Schedule Revealed: Disney+ and Hulu to Stream Zilker Park Sets

Austin City Limits has released its 2026 livestream schedule, confirming that Disney+ and Hulu will broadcast performances from Zilker Park across the festival weekend. The lineup includes major acts such as Charli XCX, Lorde, Turnstile, Geese, and Twenty One Pilots, allowing global audiences to watch sets in real-time.

Suspect Apprehended for Pickpocketing at Austin City Limits
crime3 years ago

Suspect Apprehended for Pickpocketing at Austin City Limits

A 23-year-old man, Victor Manuel Castro Ordornez, was arrested and charged with engaging in organized criminal activity and theft by appropriation in connection with cell phone pickpocketing at the Austin City Limits Music Festival. Officers responded to multiple reports of stolen phones and detained Castro-Ordonez after finding him with a bag containing 35 stolen phones. The value of the phones was estimated between $17,500 and $45,500. This incident highlights the ongoing issue of pickpocketing at the festival, with hundreds of phones being stolen each year.

"Aerial Snapshot Reveals Unforgettable Scene at ACL Fest 2023"
entertainment3 years ago

"Aerial Snapshot Reveals Unforgettable Scene at ACL Fest 2023"

American-Statesman photographer Jay Janner captures a mesmerizing aerial photo of Zilker Park during the Austin City Limits Music Festival (ACL Fest) in 2023, showcasing Maggie Rogers on the Honda Stage in the foreground and Major Lazer on the American Express Stage in the background, with plenty of good music, food, and vibes in between.

Lost and Found: ACL Weekend One's Surprising Discoveries
lifestyle3 years ago

Lost and Found: ACL Weekend One's Surprising Discoveries

The post-festival lost and found at Austin City Limits opened for festival-goers to retrieve their missing items, with over 15 phones, 10 wallets, 30 IDs, 50 credit cards, key sets, bags, glasses, and jewelry pieces awaiting their owners. The lost and found tent is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, and an online system allows attendees to search for their items and claim them for up to 60 days after the festival. Prior to the event, people can register their items online to be notified if they are turned in.

ACL Music Festival 2023 Lineup Features Top Artists Including Kendrick Lamar and Foo Fighters.
music-festival3 years ago

ACL Music Festival 2023 Lineup Features Top Artists Including Kendrick Lamar and Foo Fighters.

The 2023 Austin City Limits Music Festival lineup has been released, featuring headliners such as the Foo Fighters, Kendrick Lamar, and Shania Twain. ACL Radio's Andy Langer categorized the lineup as a slew of "big, recognizable names" that appeal to the festival's core demographics. Langer also noted that Shania Twain's appearance is a "pretty big surprise" and a key ingredient to the festival's success, opening up the opportunity to attract music lovers who might not traditionally frequent ACL.

"ACL 2023 Lineup: Kendrick Lamar, Alanis Morissette, Foo Fighters, and More Announced"
music-festival3 years ago

"ACL 2023 Lineup: Kendrick Lamar, Alanis Morissette, Foo Fighters, and More Announced"

The lineup for Austin City Limits 2023 has been announced, featuring headliners Kendrick Lamar and Alanis Morissette, as well as Foo Fighters, Mumford & Sons, and the Lumineers. While the headliners may not be inspiring, the undercard includes a diverse range of great acts such as Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Maggie Rogers, and Death Grips. The festival will take place on two weekends in October at Austin's Zilker Park.