Abbott, Whitmire targeting homelessness in major Texas cities
(The Center Square) – Gov. Greg Abbott and Houston Mayor John Whitmire are taking action to address homelessness in two major cities in Texas after efforts by other administrations were ineffective or failed. In Austin, Abbott launched an operation to make the city's streets safer and cleaner after failed Democratic...
12 Texas Eateries That Skip Ads But Remain Crowded Nightly
Last summer, I waited 90 minutes outside a barbecue joint with zero billboards, no TV commercials, and not even a Facebook page. Worth every sweaty second. Across Texas, some restaurants never spend a dime on advertising yet still pack in diners every single night. Word of mouth, killer food, and...
One person transported after collision between motorcycle and pedestrian in S Austin
AUSTIN, Texas — One person was transported with critical injuries after a collision between a motorcycle and a pedestrian in South Austin Sunday evening. The incident occurred at S 1st St. and Southpark Meadows Dr. around 7:30 p.m. Austin-Travis County EMS stated that CPR was in progress on one adult.
Austin suburb Manor gets its first-ever H-E-B — and it’s a big one
Texas grocery Titan H-E-B is about to be serving a new city. The first-ever store in Manor is set to open at 13100 FM 973, Building 1, on October 22. Guests will be able to start shopping at 6 am. The public is welcome on opening day for events and...
City of Austin launches homeless encampment surge Monday
Starting Monday, the city of Austin launched a homeless encampment surge, which is scheduled to last for roughly three weeks, according to a memo from Director of Austin Homeless Strategies and Operations David Gray.
Woman Takes Out Trash In Texas And Hears A Cry That Changes Everything
Even the most resilient animals sometimes need help. Life on the streets can be tough and unpredictable, and while many animals survive on their own or with the kindness of strangers, there are moments when only humans can make the difference between life and death. Thankfully, there are people who...
Many Austin voters are saying “No” to Proposition Q on day 1 of early...
AUSTIN, Texas — Early voting has begun in Austin, and Proposition Q is already receiving a lot of attention from voters. As people begin casting their votes, many people at the polls said raising property taxes is not worth the investment into city services or supporting the proposed budget.
Austin cleans up as greenest city in Texas for 2025, new report says
While other Texas residents have reason to feel blue about a new ranking of the greenest cities in the U.S., Austinites can take some deep breaths: The Capital City is the greenest city in Texas for 2025. Among the country’s 100 largest cities based on population, Austin ranks 26th across...
Austin’s Wheatsville Co-op moves forward with store closure, halts expansion
The co-op previously announced the now-nixed expansion plans back in July.
2 men from Mexico arrested in connection to North Austin murder
AUSTIN, Texas - Two people who came into the United States illegally have been arrested in connection to a murder. A woman’s body was found off Research Boulevard earlier this month. North Austin murder. What they're saying:. Roman Ramos works at the tire shop off Research Boulevard. "At times...
