Austin City Council votes to spend $104M on foundations of caps and stitches
Austin City Council voted to fund foundations for three downtown caps and two northern stitches. It will cost $104 million.
Funding approved for I-35 Cap and Stitch project
Austin City Council decided how Austin will look for generations. They voted on funding for Cap and Stiches foundations that will go over I-35
Austin City Council to vote on I-35 Cap and Stitch funding
Austin City Council is set to vote on a decision that will shape how the city could look for generations to come.
Austin's Cap and Stitch project in jeopardy
The Austin City Council has a big vote on Thursday that will shape how the city could look for generations to come. This involved Cap and Stitches over I-35. There is a split on the dais when it comes to how much funding the city should commit to it
Future of Austin's transportation & parking changing
Self-driving vehicles appear to be taking over Uber bookings in Austin, and changes could be on the way when it comes to finding parking in popular neighborhoods. FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas was joined by Austin City Council member Paige Ellis to discuss.
City of Austin has only weeks to decide to fund cap-and-stitch project
The Austin City Council has only weeks to decide if it will approve millions in funding for the cap-and-stitch project on I-35 after a federal funding freeze.
I-35 Cap and Stitch project in jeopardy due to federal funding cuts
Federal funding for parks and bridges over an expanded I-35 may be in jeopardy.
I-35 expansion: Cap and stitch funding
TxDOT's plan to expand and lower I-35 could make way for more real estate through the heart of Austin. Austin City Council member Mike Siegel from District 7 spoke about the plans for funding the project
Amendment to allow buildings with single stairway
Austin City Council passed an amendment allowing single stairway buildings up to five stories tall.
Austin City Council approves amendment to allow buildings with single stairway
Austin City Council passed an amendment allowing single stairway buildings up to five stories tall.
City of Austin to look into more safety options for 6th Street
Austin City Council is exploring more options to make Sixth Street safer.
Austin City Council forecasts rising budget deficits
In a work session on Tuesday, Austin City Council received a five-year financial forecast for the city's budget.
Austin City Council to decide whether city can fund I-35 cap and stitch project
Austin City Council will decide whether to fund caps and stitches over I-35, which are essentially deck plazas, that would connect east and west Austin.
Austin City Council approves strategic plan for Austin Animal Center
The Austin City Council passed a five-year strategic plan for improving the Austin Animal Center. There is also a change in leadership.
Austin City Council votes to extend license plate reader pilot program
One year has passed since Austin launched its automated license plate reader pilot program.
Austin Water is upgrading the Walnut Creek Wastewater Facility to keep up with demand
Austin Water is upgrading the Walnut Creek Wastewater Facility. Officials say the facility is aging and needs to keep up with demand.
Austin City Council sees some pushback on several items regarding art
There's some controversy going on at Austin City Hall regarding public art. The city is considering out-of-town artists for artwork in the airport expansion while a local artist's work is set to be destroyed.
Council addresses public art controversies
There's some controversy going on at Austin City Hall regarding public art. The city is considering out-of-town artists for artwork in the airport expansion while a local artist's work is set to be destroyed.
Short-term rental regulations in Austin approved by city council
Austin City Council has approved some changes to regulations on short-term rentals (STRs) like Airbnbs and Vrbos. However, there are some changes that will be delayed.
City of Austin considers on-demand rideshare app for parks, recreation centers
The City of Austin is considering plans to develop an on-demand transit system similar to rideshare apps. The system would provide public transportation to local parks and recreational centers.