New Austin police contract worries some city council members
Austin City Council members have concerns regarding the tentative Austin police contract, including about transparency and money.
Austin fights against rate increase proposed by Texas Gas Service
The City of Austin is a part of more than a dozen cities fighting against a rate increase proposed by Texas Gas Service.
City of Austin, Austin Police Association reach tentative deal
After months of back-and-forth negotiation, the City of Austin and Austin Police Association appear to have reached a deal.
Dallas police chief to become Austin's new assistant city manager
Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia will be taking on a new role as the Assistant City Manager of the City of Austin.
Austin City Council votes to phase out firefighting gear containing dangerous chemicals
Austin City Council has voted to phase out harmful chemicals found in firefighting gear.
Torchy's Tacos on South Congress wants to serve alcohol; asks permission from city
Torchy's Tacos wants to start serving alcohol at its location on South Congress, and it's urging the city of Austin to allow that to happen.
Texas Gas Service proposes residential rate hike for Austinites
Texas Gas Service has proposed a rate hike for residents, while businesses could get a reduction.
Austin Firefighters Association raises awareness about 'forever chemicals' in equipment
The Austin Firefighters Association is raising awareness about PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," and they want them banned from their equipment.
Austin City Council approves $5.9B budget for 2024-25
Austin City Council has approved a budget of $5.9 billion for the 2024-25 fiscal year.
Austin Fire Department adds 32 new firefighters from cadet class
There are 32 new firefighters in Austin to answer the alarm when it rings and provide some much-needed relief for a department that has been running thin.
Austin city councilmember recovering after being rushed to hospital during budget meeting
District 6 councilwoman Mackenzie Kelly was evaluated and treated after a "medical event" at City Hall.
Lisa Davis becomes new Austin Chief of Police
Austin City Council has convened a special meeting and voted to confirm Lisa Davis as the new APD chief.
Austin firefighters union backs mental health rescue plan
Since 2017, four Austin firefighters have taken their own lives.
Austin leaders react to naming of new police chief
Austin is moving forward with the hiring of its next police chief. Austin City Manager T.C. Broadnax tapped Lisa Davis for the job.
Lisa Davis tapped to be new Austin Chief of Police
If approved, Lisa Davis will be the second woman in Austin's history to hold the permanent chief role.
Former Austin City Council member Chris Riley dies
A former Austin City Council member has died. Chris Riley served on the city council between 2009-15.
License plate readers helping Austin police catch criminals
License plate readers are back, and the Austin Police Department is using the technology to catch criminals.
Getting to know the 2 Austin police chief finalists
Two finalists remain in the search for the Chief of the Austin Police Department. Those candidates are Lisa Davis and Jeffrey Norman.
Joe Biden drops out, endorses Kamala Harris: Central Texas leaders react
Central Texas leaders are reacting to the news that President Joe Biden will not be seeking re-election in the fall.
Austin firefighters complete advanced wildfire training
As of this summer, every Austin firefighter has completed an advanced level of wildfire training.