Texas Reporter publisher David Flash has been driving growth both in the newsroom and in the boardroom. Since joining K&M Steam Cleaning in late 2021, the Austin-based home and commercial cleaning company has seen record-setting […]
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Deb Haaland, Joan Huffman and Jake Tapper join this year’s TribFest lineup
By Matt Ewalt, The Texas TribuneSept. 10, 2025 Building on a 15-year tradition of bringing together the most impactful voices in politics, policy and media, we’re thrilled to announce three more big names for this […]
K&M Steam Cleaning Among Texas’ Top Saltillo Tile Cleaning & Restoration Experts
When it comes to restoring the natural beauty of Saltillo tile, one Austin-based company has built a reputation as one of the best in Texas. K&M Steam Cleaning, known for its expertise in specialty flooring […]
Austin Police Join the Celebration at PRIDE Parade
Downtown Austin lit up with color, music, and celebration during this year’s PRIDE parade, where thousands gathered to show support for the LGBTQ+ community. Marching down Congress Avenue with the Texas State Capitol as a […]
Austin Drummer Detained by Border Patrol While Leaving for Europe, Band Cancels Tour
Yamal Said, drummer for Austin-based band Lord Buffalo and a legal U.S. resident, was detained by U.S. Customs and Border Protection on May 12 while attempting to depart the country for a European tour, according […]
Texas-Based Tesla Loses Global Ground as Chinese EV Makers Surge Ahead
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers are outpacing Tesla on the global stage, with BYD, NIO, XPeng, and others capturing market share at home and abroad through aggressive expansion, broad product offerings, and competitive pricing. Once dominant, […]
Austin Oyster Co. to Open First Brick-and-Mortar Location on East Cesar Chavez
One of Austin’s most buzzed-about mobile culinary experiences is settling down—sort of. Austin Oyster Co., the city’s go-to raw bar catering outfit known for fresh East Coast oysters and roving shuckers, is transforming an existing […]
Newly Released Video Shows DPS Harassment Over Legal Filming
A newly released video from a 2016 encounter with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reveals the unnecessary escalation and harassment of a journalist for legally filming outside a government building in Austin. The […]
Big News for Texas Readers: Community Impact Teams Up with Texas Monthly
Hold on to your hats, Texans! Two of the state’s most iconic media brands, Community Impact and Texas Monthly, are joining forces to deliver an unmatched storytelling experience. Starting this February, every edition of Community Impact will include […]
Bootstrapped Texas: How K&M Steam Cleaning Became Austin’s Premier Carpet Cleaning Service
In the competitive landscape of Austin’s cleaning industry, K&M Steam Cleaning has distinguished itself as a leader through relentless commitment and entrepreneurial spirit. Founded in 1996 by Ken Moncebaiz, K&M began its journey with a […]
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