East Braker Lane extension complete, improving community access and connectivity
An extension to E. Braker Ln. is complete, improving connectivity in Pioneer Crossing, a neighborhood in Austin's City Council District 1.
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Caldwell County weighs closing four polling sites, citing equipment shortage ahead of Nov.
With the November elections approaching, Caldwell County officials are weighing a plan that could reduce the number of polling locations from 16 to 12, a move d...
City council members condemn ICE operation outside Austin City Hall
City council members condemn ICE operation outside Austin City Hall KVUE
Austin homeowner sues city over $8,800 tree-trimming fee, citing constitutional rights
An Austin homeowner has filed a federal lawsuit challenging the city's tree ordinance after officials determined two cedar elms were over-pruned. The city required him to pay $8,800 in mitigation fees or plant replacement trees, prompting a constitutional challenge....
‘This is a binary choice’: Why a Republican who voted to impeach Ken Paxton is now supporting his U.S. Senate bid
‘This is a binary choice’: Why a Republican who voted to impeach Ken Paxton is now supporting his U.S. Senate bid Spectrum News 13
Austin voters to decide on $295M in bond proposals
Austin voters to decide on $295M in bond proposals KVUE
Austinites hope $295M bond election expands long-awaited spaces for older adults
A report from the City of Austin Planning Department found between 2010-2020, the number of residents 65 and older expanded by roughly 65%.
This Texas law could expand voter turnout while spiking costs for local election officials
This Texas law could expand voter turnout while spiking costs for local election officials Community Impact
Austin City Council OKs $295M parks and libraries bond for November ballot
Austin voters will head to the polls on Nov. 3 and decide whether to approve a $295 million bond package aimed at improving parks, pools, recreation facilities...
Austin voters will decide on $295 million in city bonds, charter amendments this November
Austin City Council holds a meeting at City Hall on April 9, 2026. LEILA SAIDANE FOR AUSTIN CURRENT " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/austincurrent.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/20260409_city-council_LS_09-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> Austin voters will decide this Nove...
Austin City Council puts $295M bond on ballot to invest in parks, libraries, public spaces
Austin voters will soon decide whether to spend nearly $300 million on parks and libraries.
Austin voters to decide on libraries, parks bond package in November
On Thursday, Austin City Council voted to include a $295 million general obligation bond on the upcoming ballot.
Tarrant County tables plan to cut 140 polling places after pushback ahead of midterms
Texas counties have until Sept. 4 to finalize the number and location of polling places for the midterm election, as some local officials consider major reducti...
Governor Abbott proposes ending Austin Energy's 'monopoly' as power provider
Gov. Greg Abbott proposed legislation that would open Austin and San Antonio's municipally owned electric utilities to retail competition, "ending utility monopolies that drive up costs for Texas families and small businesses."...
Austin council settles on $295M bond amount, will decide Thursday whether to call election
People play at Pease Park on Sunday, July 5, 2026. City Council endorsed a $260 million bond package focused on parks Tuesday along with a smaller bond for city libraries. SERGIO FLORES FOR AUSTIN CURRENT " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/austincurrent.org/wp-content/uploads/2...
Austin City Council moves forward on $390M bond for November election
Council voted 8-3 directing the city manager to prepare an ordinance that could order a November bond election.
Austin City Council moves forward on $295M bond for November election
Council voted 8-3 directing the city manager to prepare an ordinance that could order a November bond election.
Austin City Council set to debate budget amendments ahead of upcoming votes
Austin City Council members are set to tackle final questions and possible changes to the city’s next budget as leaders work to close a $26 million shortfall.Co...
City Council, Mayor push to preserve Austin’s social safety net heading into final budget talks
Council members Zo Qadri and Mike Siegel confer during the first City Council meeting of the year on Jan. 22, 2026. Both council members have signaled support for a proposal to allocate $4.7 more in property taxes to restore social service funding. KAYLEE GREENLEE FOR AUSTIN CURR...
Voter registration, databases take center stage at committee hearing on elections
Texas election officials faced questions from lawmakers Monday as concerns over voter database accuracy and voter registration technology resurfaced at the Texa...
Don Huffines sworn in as Texas comptroller ahead of November elections
Don Huffines sworn in as Texas comptroller ahead of November elections
Austin ISD parents speak out after board votes to close Paredes Middle School
Despite opposition from the Paredes Middle School community, the Austin ISD Board of Trustees has voted to shut down the school weeks before the start of the new school year....
VA awards over $200,000 to Texas Veterans Commission for rural veteran transportation needs
VA awards over $200,000 to Texas Veterans Commission for rural veteran transportation needs KXAN Austin
Austin ISD superintendent seeks to reassure parents amid Paredes Middle closure
Austin ISD Superintendent Matias Segura is seeking to reassure families at Paredes Middle School after the district’s board of trustees approved his recommendat...
Austin activists call for better response to mental health emergencies after teen’s fatal shooting
Activists gather at Austin City Hall to protest the APD shooting of Anthoneil Williams II. LORIANNE WILLETT/ KUT NEWS " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/austincurrent.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/download-35.webp?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> As the Austin City Council convened ins...
Austin ISD Votes to Close Paredes Middle School
Austin ISD Votes to Close Paredes Middle School KLBJ-AM
Without bond funding, park advocates warn Austin pools could close. Council votes Tuesday.
Katherine Romans watches her daughter Callie Schank jump off the diving board at Garrison Pool in Austin, Texas on Thursday, July 30, 2026. The pool could be closed for an extended period without funding. LEILA SAIDANE FOR AUSTIN CURRENT " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/austi...
Austin City Council to vote on 2026 bond election
Austin City Council to vote on 2026 bond election Austin Current
Austin ISD trustees approve closure of Paredes Middle School weeks before school year
Austin ISD trustees voted Thursday night to approve the closure of Paredes Middle School just weeks ahead of the first day of classes.Beginning this fall, stude...
Austin ISD board votes to close Paredes Middle School
The Austin ISD board of trustees voted to close Paredes Middle School weeks before the start of the upcoming school year.
Austin ISD votes to close Paredes Middle School weeks before start of 2026-27 school year
Austin ISD votes to close Paredes Middle School weeks before start of 2026-27 school year KVUE
Austin Mayor Pro Tem weighs in on city contracts with nonprofits
On Thursday's episode of Inside Austin's Agenda, Grace Reader sits down with Austin Mayor Pro Tem Chito Vela to talk about the city's budget -- which is expected to be approved in the next few weeks -- and a potential bond in the works....
Austin ISD trustees vote to close Paredes Middle School just weeks before school starts
Austin ISD Superintendent Matias Segura speaks with a parent following a meeting about the school closure at the Paredes Middle School in Austin, Texas, on July 29, 2026. KAYLEE GREENLEE FOR AUSTIN CURRENT " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/austincurrent.org/wp-content/uploads/...
Former 'Teen Mom' star Farrah Abraham files for Austin City Council
Former 'Teen Mom' star Farrah Abraham files for Austin City Council KVUE
Austin ISD board to decide Paredes Middle School’s future to avoid takeover
Austin ISD trustees are expected to take a final vote at 6 p.m. tonight on the future of Paredes Middle School, as the district tries to avoid the possibility o...
Austin ISD leaders address family concerns ahead of Thursday vote on future of Paredes Middle School
Austin ISD leaders address family concerns ahead of Thursday vote on future of Paredes Middle School KVUE
Cornyn’s unmet demands imperil Trump’s U.S. attorney general nomination ahead of key vote
Cornyn’s unmet demands imperil Trump’s U.S. attorney general nomination ahead of key vote
Austin Resident Files Property Rights Challenge to City’s Tree Ordinance
Austin Resident Files Property Rights Challenge to City’s Tree Ordinance Texas Scorecard
Women’s Country Chart Sweep Is Unlike Any Before, Thanks to Ella Langley, Taylor Swift & Stella Lefty
Women’s Country Chart Sweep Is Unlike Any Before, Thanks to Ella Langley, Taylor Swift & Stella Lefty Billboard
Real estate group warns of cost burdens for Central Texas homeowners
Housing unaffordability is not only affecting people looking to buy homes here in Central Texas. It's also affecting those who are already homeowners. That's according to a new report from the Austin Board of Realtors and Unlock MLS....
Austin City Council debates whether voters should face up to 13 charter amendments on November ballot
Austin City Council debates whether voters should face up to 13 charter amendments on November ballot KVUE
Austin ISD superintendent shares details on 'disruptive' Paredes Middle School closure
On a board agenda for Tuesday, the district shared a 13-page turnaround plan modification for Paredes Middle School.
Austin officer-involved shooting: City council members demand answers in teen's death
After a teenager was killed in an officer-involved shooting, some Austin City leaders are now demanding answers.
As bus drivers threaten to strike, CapMetro board member urges more pressure on management
CapMetro bus driver Breona Horton drives an electric bus in 2025. Bus operators and mechanics have voted 99.5% to authorize a strike, but the union hasn’t yet called for one. NATHAN BERNIER/ KUT NEWS " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/austincurrent.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/0...
Georgetown ISD weighs tax rate election to raise $8.4M for teacher, staff pay
Georgetown ISD leaders say they have run out of room to cut costs without affecting classrooms, and they are weighing a tax rate election to help keep up with r...
Ken Paxton has long crusaded against voter fraud. His Senate rival now accuses him of committing it.
Ken Paxton has long crusaded against voter fraud. His Senate rival now accuses him of committing it. Daily Kos
Water development board says ‘limited’ info available about data centers for 2027 state water plan
Water development board says ‘limited’ info available about data centers for 2027 state water plan Community Impact
Where did all the Lady Bird Lake paddleboarders go?
Where did all the Lady Bird Lake paddleboarders go? Austin American-Statesman
Newsom appoints podcaster Scott Galloway to University of California Board of Regents
Newsom appoints podcaster Scott Galloway to University of California Board of Regents The Mercury News
Austin City Council approves 'Dog's Head' development as many express opposition
The City of Austin said "Dog's Head" will help economically, but others are staunchly opposed, arguing it only benefits developers.
Austin City Council approves key financing measures for massive Dog's Head development
Austin City Council approves key financing measures for massive Dog's Head development KEYE
Austin City Council approves first step toward oversight of large water users
Austin City Council unanimously approved a resolution Thursday aimed at increasing oversight of the city's largest water users as leaders continue a broader dis...
Austin City Council approves key financing measures for massive Dog's Head development
A battle over the future of Southeast Austin took over City Hall on Thursday. Developers say the proposed Dog's Head project could bring much-needed jobs and cr...
Austin wants more high-tech jobs to fuel growth. It also wants them to use less water.
Inside City Hall, just outside the Austin City Council meeting on April 9, 2026. LEILA SAIDANE FOR AUSTIN CURRENT " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/austincurrent.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/20260409_city-council_LS_18-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> As Austin continues t...
Austin City Council approves TIRZ plan for Dog’s Head development
In a 7-to-3 vote, the Austin City Council approved placing the so-called 'Dog's Head' Development into a special taxing district.
Former Austin Mayor Steve Adler reflects on homelessness policy, long-term solutions
Former Austin Mayor Steve Adler is looking back at his tenure and some of the most contentious decisions of his time in office, including the city’s 2019 move t...
Austin City Council could green-light Dog's Head development deal
Austin City Council could green-light Dog's Head development deal KUT
Austin City Council hears public comment on proposed $6.6B budget, tax hike
With Austin City Council just three weeks away from voting on a new city budget that takes effect Oct. 1, residents urged leaders to protect funding for nonprof...
Austin residents urge City Council to fully fund social services as budget discussions begin
Austin residents urge City Council to fully fund social services as budget discussions begin KVUE
Who decides what Austin saves? Inside the battles over the city’s historic buildings
Ben Heimsath, chair of the Austin Landmark Commission, talks to Austin Current about what the commission does and why it matters. COURTESY OF BEN HEIMSATH " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/austincurrent.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/BenHeimsath.jpg?fit=780%2C519&ssl=1" /> Whe...
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