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.

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.

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.

Austin police officer shortage leaves portion of East Austin without patrol

An entire portion of East Austin was left without a single patrol officer for two hours. The Austin Police Association says staffing levels are at critical levels.

Homeless crisis: Austin looks for permanent supportive housing units

The latest numbers from ECHO put Austin's homeless count at roughly 6,683, with 1,153 currently sheltered and 5,530 currently unsheltered.

Council to vote on securing APD pay, benefits without long-term union contract

Austin City Council will vote Thursday on an ordinance securing Austin police pay and benefits, including an incentive to bring the police union to the negotiation table for a new long-term contract.