Abbott Announces $146 Billion Transportation Investment
Governor Greg Abbott this week announced a new 10-year transportation plan with a total projected investment of over $146 billion. The plan by the Texas Department of Transportation will invest in local roads and major congestion relief projects to meet the demands of Texas’ growing population and a thriving economy.
‘I Knew That Going In’: Austin Bartender Takes Shifts At ‘Midnight Ballerina’ Club. Here’s...
A recent college graduate is thinking of hanging up her “midnight ballerina” hat and putting her passion for serving to good use. This comes after working at the nighttime club, which led to her being mentally and emotionally drained. In a TikTok, Heather (@basicallyheatherr), who moved to Austin, Texas, six months...
Drivers face $1,250 fines under new September 1 ‘highway’ crackdown – tow and garbage...
A NEW crackdown that’s coming in a matter of days could see drivers face fines up to £1,250 for a simple first offense. A range of law changes are coming to a major US state on September 1 – impacting areas such as education, medical marijuana, public schools, voting, public safety and consumer protections. But […]
The Austin ‘Bust’ of 1986 | When the city had to convince people to...
AUSTIN, Texas — If you lived in Austin in 1986, it’s easy to feel nostalgic about scenes like the city skyline with only a few tall buildings, not much traffic on the freeways or the old Mueller Airport where jetliners were landing at what seemed like only a few feet above the traffic on I-35. But compared to the...
Top 10 Reasons to Move to Austin
Austin continues to rank among the fastest-growing cities in the U.S.—and for good reason. With its vibrant culture, booming economy, and unbeatable lifestyle, it’s no wonder people are packing their bags and heading to the Texas capital. Here are the top 10 reasons why moving to Austin might...
Natural grocery store to close Austin location after store-wide sale
One of Austin's grocery stores has reached the end of its natural life. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. is closing its location at the Shops at Arbor Walk (10515 N. MoPac Expressway) on October 2. This Natural Grocers is closing because the company could not come to an agreement...
Man faces additional charges in deadly shooting outside north Austin shopping center
The man accused of killing three people on Aug. 11 in the parking lot of a north Austin shopping center is facing additional charges, according to Travis County court records.
Dozens of Texas jobs eliminated after plant closure in Wimberley
The layoffs are in line with a national lagging labor market.
City of Austin, DAA Announce Homeless Joint Task Force
The City of Austin and Downtown Austin Alliance are teaming up for a new Downtown Homelessness Task Force, a cross-agency initiative to reduce homelessness in Downtown Austin by curbing the inflow of new homeless individuals, and increasing the number of people transitioning off the streets into shelter, housing, or...
Parents of Camp Mystic flood victims testify in Austin
North Texas parents who lost their daughter in the Central Texas flooding at Camp Mystic testified in Austin in favor of new legislation. Senate Bill 1 would require safety protocols for camps located in or near a flood zone.