$138 Billion Investment Planned for Texas Transportation
Several major Central Texas highway projects are included in a new 10-year transportation plan approved by the Texas Transportation Commission. Gov. Greg Abbott and the Texas Department of Transportation announced the $138 billion plan this week. It includes $95 billion for transportation projects across Texas over the
Austin toll prices driven by demand—here’s how they’re set
The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority recently updated its toll pricing and traffic trends during a board meeting. While MOPAC Express Lane tolls could reach $18 for a ten-mile trip, prices are projected to be as low as $1.46 by 2026. Additionally, officials announced plans to introduce radar speed trailers to
Austin is Getting a Music‑Driven Residential Community with a “White Rocks Amphitheater”
UMusic is bringing its music-focused hospitality concept to Austin, announcing plans for a massive new development combining a luxury hotel, private residences and a 10,000-capacity outdoor amphitheater. The project overlooks the limestone hills and wildflowers of Texas Hill Country and exists on a 71-acre lot with its
Water Pressure Loss Forces Early Pickups at Three Lake Travis ISD Schools
Three Lake Travis Independent School District campuses lost water pressure Thursday, forcing early student pickups after restrooms across the buildings stopped working. Rough Hollow Elementary, Lake Travis Middle and Bee Cave Middle were all affected, with staff scrambling to organize car-rider lines and cross-check au
Local firefighters helping fight Texas wildfires
Central Texas firefighters are heading out to help battle one of the biggest wildfires in Texas right now. The Ross fire, burning about 200 miles north of Austin, has already scorched roughly 83,000 acres. FOX 7 Austin's Meredith Aldis has more.
PHOTOS, VIDEOS: Storms bring heavy rain across Central Texas
Strong storms moved across parts of Central Texas on Thursday, bringing heavy rain and gusty winds to several communities.
Pot bellied pigs allowed in Buda residential neighborhoods
BUDA, Texas - Residents in Buda are now allowed to have a new type of pet thanks to a new ordinance. Buda city officials say an ordinance (§4.04.018) now allows pot-bellied pigs in residential neighborhoods. Owners must register with the Buda Animal Control Division and obtain a permit before...
General contractor’s office in Austin raided by federal authorities
Federal authorities raided a general contractor's Austin, San Antonio and Plano offices on Aug. 26.
A piece of Dolly Parton’s movie history is hiding in this tiny Texas town
Dolly might be gone, but her rhinestone-adorned legacy still shimmers in Central Texas.
Austin Pets Alive! offering $10 adoption fees
AUSTIN (KXAN) — As we near the end of August, Austin Pets Alive! is helping with the push to clear the shelters. Austin Pets Alive! is offering $10 adoption fees to try and help get animals out of the door and into forever homes. KXAN’s Will DuPree and Avery...
