I-35 expansion project: Austin City Council members' efforts to delay construction fail
Efforts by a few Austin City Council members failed to delay construction of the expansion of I-35.
99-year-old Barton Springs Road bridge to be replaced, Austin City Council says
The bridge over Barton Creek on Barton Springs Road will be replaced in the coming years after the Austin City Council approved a $9 million contract to design a new bridge.
Austin City Council passes transgender protection resolution to combat SB 14
Austin City Council passed a transgender protection resolution, which hopes to offer some sort of protection to transgender children and their families following the passing of SB 14.
City launches 'Sip Safely' pilot program to protect bar-goers downtown
The City of Austin is trying to protect people from getting their drinks spiked in downtown bars. The city has launched a pilot program called “Sip Safely."
Austin's Marshaling Yard to continue operations for another 8 months
The Marshaling Yard has been operating as a temporary emergency homeless shelter outside the Austin Convention Center Marshaling Warehouse since July 2023.
Austin homeless shelter has 20 percent positive outcome rate: city
The Marshalling Yard homeless shelter in Austin now has a positive outcome rate of 20 percent, according to the city's homeless strategy office.
Austin City Council discusses Phase 2 of HOME initiative
The Austin City Council discussed brief details on Phase two of the HOME initiative. Phase one allows three homes to be built on a single property.
Austin's new city manager to begin role on May 6
Austin's new city manager T.C. Broadnax, the current city manager of Dallas, will begin his new role on May 6.
Council agenda item proposes 'civilian enforcers' to tackle cars in bike lanes
Austin leaders want to crack down on drivers who utilize bike lanes as a temporary parking spot.
Austin implements new restrictions on e-scooters
In the downtown area, the city will reduce the number of scooters allowed from more than 4,000 to slightly more than 2,000.
Austin residents voice concerns on 'Environmental Investment Plan'
Several Austin residents and organizations voiced their concerns about environment improvement and funding at the city's joint sustainability committee meeting.
Austin City Council selects next city manager
T.C. Broadnax, of Dallas, was offered the next Austin City Manager position, Mayor Kirk Watson announced.
Austin residents urged to be prepared for possible flooding this spring
March through May is when Central Texas typically sees the most severe storms. That means lightning, strong wind and heavy rain that often leads to flash flooding.
Special Austin City Council meeting held to discuss 2 important topics
Austin city leaders are reviewing two important topics: the status of APD's training academy procedures, and the opioid crisis.
Austin Animal Center launches Finder to Foster program as shelter hits 'crisis point'
The Austin Animal Shelter has launched a new program they hope will help shelter capacity. This follows an ordinance change approved by the City Council last month.
I-35 expansion project: Austin receives $105M grant for freeway cap
The City of Austin received $105M grant to help fund the I-35 expansion project. District 8 Austin City Council member Paige Ellis spoke about the project, and how the new funding will help.
Austin city manager decision down to two candidates
The decision for the next Austin City Manager is down to two candidates. Austin City Council Member Mackenzie Kelly gave her thoughts on the search.
Finalist for Austin City Manager position withdraws from running
Kansas City city manager Brian Platt has withdrawn from the running for Austin's new city manager.
Austin police union, city set to resume negotiations on long-term contract
The City of Austin and Austin Police Association (APA) announced that formal negotiations on a new long-term contract are set to resume on March 13.
Final Austin city manager candidates announced
Austin City Council has announced the final three candidates for the city manager position.