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Kansas City city manager Brian Platt has withdrawn from the running for Austin's new city manager.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.
Austin Energy taking steps to prevent widespread outages following ice storm
Austin City Council has given the green light for an independent study of the power lines in the Austin area.
Austin interim city manager pushes for improvements within Austin Police Department
The Austin Interim City Manager is pushing for improvements within the Austin Police Department before city council finds a new city manager.
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.
Blues on the Green back on after approval from city council, more funding
Blues on the Green is back on due to the Austin City Council's approval of Resolution 23 and increased financial support from H-E-B.
Calls for ceasefire resolution continue at Austin City Council meeting
Members of the Austin for Palestine Coalition rallied outside City Hall and addressed city council members during a meeting.
Austin asks for community input in picking next city manager
Austinites are asked to help by participating in a short, three-question, anonymous survey.
Austin city leaders make effort to save Blues on the Green
Austin City Council members are making an effort to save Blues on the Green.
Council updates Austin's policy on shelter dogs with severe bite history
Austin City Council voted on Thursday to update the Austin Animal Center's policy on dogs with a severe bite history.