Newly elected Austin police union president speaks about outlook on contract negotiations
The new Austin Police Association president is speaking out about the outlook on contract negotiations.
Austin City Council approves purchase of former Salvation Army downtown shelter
The purchase includes the shelter at 501 E. 8th Street, a retail storefront property at 718 Red River Street and a surface parking lot at 700 Red River Street.
Austin first Texas city to advance 100% property tax exemption for eligible child care providers
The Austin City Council approved a resolution from Council Member Alison Alter (District 10) ensuring the 100% percent abatement just two days after Proposition 2 passed by 64.78%.
City council gives update on I-35 cap and stitch project in Downtown Austin
Austin City Council gave a breakdown and timeline on the multi-million dollar I-35 cap and stitch project in Downtown Austin.
Hundreds rally in East Austin calling for stop to I-35 expansion plan
The I-35 expansion plan has already broke ground, but Austinites continue to rally, asking for TxDOT to rethink the plan.
Austin City Council removes minimum parking requirements for new development
The Austin City Council is removing minimum parking requirements for new development in the city.
Austinites, both for and against HOME Initiative, speak out on proposal
The city of Austin is considering changes to the land development code. These changes could affect how your property or properties near you may be developed or used in the future.
Austin residents speak out against HOME initiative
Austin residents and homeowners protested against the initiative called Home Options for Middle-income Empowerment, or HOME.
Austin City Council takes on housing market, I-35 expansion
District Six council member Mackenzie Kelly joined FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to discuss the Austin housing market.
I-35 expansion through Austin could be put on pause by city council
The Austin City Council passed an agenda item that could pause construction on the upcoming I-35 expansion project.
City of Austin's search for next city manager moves forward
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson said the search for the next city manager is moving forward.
Austin Energy customers to see rate hike beginning in November
The Austin City Council approved a new set of charges for Austin Energy customers, the rate hike going into effect on Nov. 1.
'Abhorrent, sickening': City Council reacts to Austin Animal Center audit
Austin City Council members say they are disgusted after an audit revealed disturbing and unsanitary conditions at the Austin Animal Center, the city's municipal animal shelter.
Austin City Council member Harper-Madison to take medical leave for 60 days
Council member Natasha Harper-Madison shared she will be seeking focused care for her depression and anxiety.
Austin City Council addresses public safety, police oversight and homeless crisis
Public safety was top of mind in Austin during this week's city council meetings. Agenda items were focused on creating solutions to problems affecting the city. Council member Mackenzie Kelly joined FOX 7's Rebecca Thomas to discuss.
Austin City Council approves APD's Police Reserve Force
APD has faced a shortage of officers for years, prompting the city of Austin to try different methods to ensure there are enough officers on the streets.
Austin council member Jose Velasquez proud of Hispanic representation
Council member Jose Velasquez presented a Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation surrounded by other council members, and members of the Hispanic community.
Austin to require composting collection at all multifamily communities beginning Oct 2024
Multifamily properties in Austin will be required to provide tenants and employees convenient access to commercial composting services starting next October.
Austin council members briefed on ongoing homeless crisis
Austin council members were briefed on how the city is addressing its ongoing homeless crisis.
New details revealed on Austin's plan to cover I-35 through downtown
Nearly a month after the eight-mile-long Capital Express Central project got federal approval, Austin City Council members were briefed on TxDOT’s $4.5 billion revamp of I-36 through Austin, as well as the city-funded plan to make the most of it.