City council approves negotiation of contract for Candlewood Suites renovations
On Thursday, city council members authorized the negotiation of a one-year contract with Family Eldercare to fund renovations at the Candlewood Suites.
On Thursday, city council members authorized the negotiation of a one-year contract with Family Eldercare to fund renovations at the Candlewood Suites.
Austin leaders work to seal city’s reproductive rights in wake of SCOTUS leaked draft opinion
Austin city leaders feel the repeal of Roe v. Wade could lead to a slippery slope.
Austin city leaders feel the repeal of Roe v. Wade could lead to a slippery slope.
Emmanuel Acho joining Good Day Austin on May 20
The former UT football player and NFL linebacker was an analyst for Good Day Austin in 2016. Now, Emmanuel Acho is a Fox Sports analyst and New York Times bestselling author.
The former UT football player and NFL linebacker was an analyst for Good Day Austin in 2016. Now, Emmanuel Acho is a Fox Sports analyst and New York Times bestselling author.
Copper Dog Scotch Whisky pledges to match APA! adoption fees for National Rescue Dog Day
To help celebrate National Rescue Dog Day on May 20, all adoption fees at Austin Pets Alive! will be matched and donated back to the shelter by Copper Dog Scotch Whisky.
To help celebrate National Rescue Dog Day on May 20, all adoption fees at Austin Pets Alive! will be matched and donated back to the shelter by Copper Dog Scotch Whisky.
APD joins TxDOT for 2022 Click It or Ticket initiative
From May 23 through June 5, APD officers will focus on people not wearing a seatbelt and unrestrained minors.
From May 23 through June 5, APD officers will focus on people not wearing a seatbelt and unrestrained minors.
Austin Fire Department sends members, engine to help fight Central Texas wildfire
Four Austin Fire Department members have been sent out to Hamilton County to aid in fighting the Dry Branch Fire. That fire is currently burning 4,000 acres.
Four Austin Fire Department members have been sent out to Hamilton County to aid in fighting the Dry Branch Fire. That fire is currently burning 4,000 acres.
The U.S. census estimates it missed more than a half-million Texans during 2020 count
Immigrants, people living in poverty and non-English speakers were among the most likely to be missed, yet the crucial count received lackluster promotion by Texas state government.
Immigrants, people living in poverty and non-English speakers were among the most likely to be missed, yet the crucial count received lackluster promotion by Texas state government.
Search for suspect who assaulted elderly victim at North Austin Costco
The suspect allegedly assaulted an elderly victim at a Costco in North Austin and stole his wallet containing credit cards and an undisclosed amount of cash.
The suspect allegedly assaulted an elderly victim at a Costco in North Austin and stole his wallet containing credit cards and an undisclosed amount of cash.
Disaster training in Austin to prepare for terror threats
Don’t be alarmed if you see people wearing hazmat suits throughout the city, this is a part of training that is taking place throughout the week.
Don’t be alarmed if you see people wearing hazmat suits throughout the city, this is a part of training that is taking place throughout the week.
Record high temps to be challenged again, relief on its way
The record high is 98 for today and there's a good chance of breaking it as highs will be in the 100s from the Hill Country to West Texas.
The record high is 98 for today and there's a good chance of breaking it as highs will be in the 100s from the Hill Country to West Texas.
Hot Luck Festival returns Memorial Day Weekend featuring top chefs, musicians
Hot Luck describes itself as a DIY casserole of the culinary and music world and a fun, chef-driven celebration of fire, food, music, and camaraderie.
Hot Luck describes itself as a DIY casserole of the culinary and music world and a fun, chef-driven celebration of fire, food, music, and camaraderie.
Person killed after being hit by train near downtown Austin
The incident happened in the 100 block of West 3rd Street near North Lamar at around 12:45 a.m. Officials say it's not clear which railroad provider was involved.
The incident happened in the 100 block of West 3rd Street near North Lamar at around 12:45 a.m. Officials say it's not clear which railroad provider was involved.
Disaster training takes place this week in Austin
More than 30 agencies from local, state, and federal are training in Austin. They are preparing on the off chance terrorists target the city.
More than 30 agencies from local, state, and federal are training in Austin. They are preparing on the off chance terrorists target the city.
UT Austin student sues North Austin hotel over alleged sexual assault
“They have a very basic policy in place, and for whatever reason, that policy wasn't followed,” she said. “Their failure to void a lost key caused her to be sexually assaulted, and so that is negligent conduct."
“They have a very basic policy in place, and for whatever reason, that policy wasn't followed,” she said. “Their failure to void a lost key caused her to be sexually assaulted, and so that is negligent conduct."
Dallas ISD names lone finalist for superintendent to replace Michael Hinojosa
Dr. Stephanie Elizalde was chosen by the Board of Trustees as the lone finalist to take over for Dr. Michael Hinojosa. Most recently, she's been Austin ISD's superintendent since 2020.
Dr. Stephanie Elizalde was chosen by the Board of Trustees as the lone finalist to take over for Dr. Michael Hinojosa. Most recently, she's been Austin ISD's superintendent since 2020.
Water level at Lake Travis is at its lowest in nearly 4 years
Right now Austin is in the “conservation stage”, which includes restrictions by the day of the week and prohibits wasting water. But if Lake Travis and Lake Buchanan continue to fall, it could mean stricter Stage One Water Restrictions for Austin, possibly in the coming weeks.
Right now Austin is in the “conservation stage”, which includes restrictions by the day of the week and prohibits wasting water. But if Lake Travis and Lake Buchanan continue to fall, it could mean stricter Stage One Water Restrictions for Austin, possibly in the coming weeks.
Seven ways climate change is already hitting Texans
Extreme weather events, water scarcity, risks of illness: Climate change is here, and it’s already affecting Texans.
Extreme weather events, water scarcity, risks of illness: Climate change is here, and it’s already affecting Texans.
ACC launches third bachelor's degree this fall
The Bachelor’s of Applied Technology (BAT) in Manufacturing Engineering Technology is designed to move working professionals in manufacturing into more advanced career roles and help fill growing workforce gaps in the industry.
The Bachelor’s of Applied Technology (BAT) in Manufacturing Engineering Technology is designed to move working professionals in manufacturing into more advanced career roles and help fill growing workforce gaps in the industry.
Jo's Coffee in downtown Austin hosting 'Yappy Hour'
People are encouraged to head to the 2nd Street District with their dogs and hang out on Thursday, May 19 from 4-6 p.m.
People are encouraged to head to the 2nd Street District with their dogs and hang out on Thursday, May 19 from 4-6 p.m.
New sports, entertainment, hospitality complex The Pitch opens in Austin
The Pitch is serving as the home turf for local soccer and sports fans with watch parties, food, drink, music, and more.
The Pitch is serving as the home turf for local soccer and sports fans with watch parties, food, drink, music, and more.