Austin is losing even more water to leaky city pipes than previously thought
Austin’s leaky pipe problem keeps getting worse. In recent years, the city’s water utility has recorded losses of about 7 billion gallons annually due to leaks in its treatment and distribution system. That’s about enough water to fill Lady Bird Lake three times over every year. Now,...
4th of July Events in Austin Area 2025 | Fireworks, Parades & Family Fun
No 4th of July Austin TX is complete without everyone enjoying live music, family fun, and dazzling fireworks across the city. The Austin Symphony Orchestra’s July 4th Concert & Fireworks at Vic Mathias Shores, starting at 4:30 pm, features live music, food, and family activities, culminating in a stunning fireworks...
‘Hootie Hoot’ the young screech owl on the road to recovery with Leander community’s...
A young screech owl may be on the mend while learning how to navigate being an owl, and the Leander community is ensuring his recovery.
Renter breaks down monthly expenses after moving into 3D-printed home: ‘I’m lucky’
They shared in another video how 3D-printed houses are made. Renter breaks down monthly expenses after moving into 3D-printed home: 'I'm lucky' first appeared on The Cool Down .
How German immigrants created a famed Texas beer garden 160 years ago
In a city like Austin, where old buildings are torn down and replaced by new ones seemingly overnight, it's hard to imagine a business surviving for more than a decade, let alone for almost 160 years. But that’s exactly what Scholz Garten has done. According to the Texas State...
One firefighter injured after AFD battles blaze at abandoned building in SW Austin
AUSTIN, Texas — AFD units reported to the scene of a structure fire at an abandoned building in Southwest Austin Sunday afternoon. The fire department said that AFD responded to a reported house fire around 2:20 p.m. in the 6300 block of West US 290. Officials said that 50...
Texas General Land Office calls for delisting golden-cheeked warbler from Endangered Species Act
The Texas General Land Office calls for the complete removal of the golden-cheeked warbler from the Endangered Species Act.
Garner Residence: 1970s-Inspired Eclecticism in South Austin
The Garner Residence by Davey McEathron Architecture, with interiors and construction by Cary Paul Studios, brings a playful blend of Mid-century modern and Memphis-inspired 1970s style to South Austin. Consequently, the home feels both nostalgic and fresh. Dynamic Living Spaces. Inside, a sunken conversation pit...
‘Felt right’: Filipino sports bar’s only dessert is a purple people pleaser
People travel from near and far to try Oribello's ube tres leches cake.
On Juneteenth, a Celebration of Pride, Joy, and History in Austin, Texas
Thursday morning rears a bright and warm beginning to the 27th annual Austin Central Texas Juneteenth parade. Music hits the streets as a unified white linen band trickles down East Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard. Immediately, a chorus line of feet stomping and laughter filters the air. The city has carved a safe...