Although Time Warner Cable has shelved a proposed broadband bandwidth metering trial that was set for Austin this fall, the city's telecommunication commission is preparing possible responses in case the issue rises again. more ›

After much resistance from the four cities where the download cap trials were to take place, Time Warner and NY Sen. Chuck Schumer announced today that the planned trials are off -- for now. more ›

It was no accident that Time Warner Cable included Austin in its plans to roll out tiered pricing plans for Internet access. In fact, the city's concentration of tech-savvy customers is the very thing that attracted the company's efforts. more ›

Something to start planning for: Time Warner Cable is going to set up tiered pricing for internet subscribers in Austin and San Antonio very soon. A Time Warner spokesman told the Statesman's Omar Gallaga that this new pricing plan will go into effect this summer. This means that if you watch a lot of streaming video or download a lot of music, your cable bill is going to increase. If you don't, perhaps your bill will remain the same as it is, but you will be charged extra if your data usage goes over your set limit. The only good news here may be for Grande, who will likely get some new business from this. [Digital Savant] more ›

Today we're presenting our interview with Jeff Simmermon, Director of Digital Communications for Time Warner Cable, in the hopes of providing both perspectives on this ongoing—and very public—dispute. more ›

Local NBC affiliate KXAN announced today that it may be taken off of Time Warner Cable's broadcast service in early October if current contract re-negotiations don't work out. The station, which has been around since the 1960s, is part of parent company LIN TV, which owns local stations around the country. more ›

The Health Alliance For Austin Musicians (or HAAM) provides local artists with low-cost health care and other related services. This year’s HAAM Benefit Day is here (today), and the organization is presenting numerous shows all over town this evening, along with a Telethon on ME Television. One can offer their assistance in funds by donating online as well. The HAAM Benefit Day is presented with support from a number of entities, including Whole Foods... more ›

The annual University of Texas tradition known as the Orange-White Scrimmage takes place this Saturday afternoon. The Texas Football Spring Jamboree is set to begin at 4 pm with the Orange-White scrimmage kicking off at 6 pm. If you can't wait for the football season to come, or just want to have a great afternoon taking in some free fun, then head on down to DKR this Saturday afternoon. Admission to both events is free. more ›

If you're in the market for a change of professions, today's your chance! WorkAustin.com is hosting a free job fair over at the Omni Austin Downtown -- bring plenty of resumes if you're serious about schmoozing with the HR folks, as they've brought together over two dozen companies in various industries, from technology to hospitality to insurance. more ›