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Austin Energy said it has activated enhanced powerline safety settings due to an increased wildfire risk in the area.

Austin Budget Redux: Breaking Down the $109.5 Million in Cuts. How Austin’s FY 2025-2026 Budget Changed After Voters Rejected the Property Tax Increase. On November 4, Austin voters delivered a decisive verdict on the city’s budget plans: 63.48% rejected Proposition Q, forcing City Hall to slash $109.5 million in...

Austin, Texas, has plenty of well-known restaurants that draw in tourists, but the spots locals really love are tucked away in quieter neighborhoods. These places serve amazing food without the long waits or crowded tables you see downtown. I’ve spent afternoons discovering these hidden favorites and it’s easy to...

The Austin Independent School District held a question-and-answer session on Saturday on the district's recommended school consolidation and boundary change plan.

AUSTIN, Texas — The City of Austin has released an updated budget proposal, after having to rework the budget for the current fiscal year after voters rejected Prop Q at the ballot box earlier this week. Prop Q would've raised property taxes by about 20% compared to the last...

Amaya, a new modern Mediterranean-inspired rooftop dining destination, is set to open its doors in early December. Perched on the 12th floor of Paseo, Austin’s new 48-story luxury high-rise located at 80 Rainey Street, the new eatery is set to provide an array of shareable dishes Austinies can enjoy while surrounded...

Editor's note: The top Austin news of the week is full of openings, from a long-awaited botanical cafe to Tex-Mex and sushi. Plus, a Hill Country ranch — with rumored buried treasure — hits the market. Catch up on our top stories below, then visit this guide to plan your weekend.

AUSTIN, Texas — Southbound I-35 is now open crossing the river in Austin after crews cleared a rollover crash off the freeway. Austin police said that the southbound main lanes of I-35 were closed beginning near Cesar Chavez Street after a box truck rolled over and crashed Sunday morning.

With SNAP benefits frozen during the federal shutdown, Texas food banks are under pressure. Major corporations are donating millions to fill the gap.

Forget just any candy — Texans ebraces sweets that tell a story, blending nostalgia with a touch of local flavor.