City council to consider 'Book Safe Harbor' designation for Austin Public Library
It comes a week after Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick held a press conference calling for the removal of certain books from public schools.
It comes a week after Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick held a press conference calling for the removal of certain books from public schools.
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Automated license plate readers (ALPRs) are becoming a flashpoint across Texas, raising questions about privacy and public safety. Now, the debate is entering t
ust a few years ago, it appeared that Owen Wolff would be a centerpiece of a talented and success Austin FC squad for seasons to come with his dad, Josh, as the head coach.
Austin's Parks and Recreation Department had to make some changes to its programs in the budget process, including cutting indoor adult sports leagues. There are two city-run, adult indoor leagues: volleyball and basketball.
It comes a week after Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick held a press conference calling for the removal of certain books from public schools.
The South Austin Christian Church near South Congress Avenue in Austin on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026. ELI HARTMAN FOR THE TEXAS TRIBUNE " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/austincurrent.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/20260824-NIMBY-Housing-EH-14.webp?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> When a shrinking church pr...
A Central Texas hospice service received national recognition for investing in dementia-specific training and certification for frontline caregivers, as the impact of dementia grows in the United States.
While the city of Austin looks at a proposal for a LGBTQ+ cultural center downtown, a local nonprofit said it's treading water on a privately funded plan that would build multiple LGBTQ+ community centers along with more affordable housing.
As we near the end of August, Austin Pets Alive! is helping with the push to clear the shelters.
WASHINGTON —Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, said “it’s no secret that I want to be president” on Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s podcast Wednesday as chatter about the 2028 pre
The five-year-old and his father who were detained by ICE in Austin earlier this month were deported to Mexico Tuesday, according to the family's immigration attorney on Instagram.
Austin police have identified a woman killed in a crash involving a motorcycle and a car in northwest Austin over the weekend.Just after 10 p.m. on Sunday, APD
So far this month, Camp Mabry (Austin) hasn't recorded any rainfall, leading to a worsening drought. In Central Texas, consistent rainfall is rare, but what's the longest stretch without measurable rain in Austin?
Cedar Park is getting a new major retail attraction this weekend as Scheels opens a 300,000-square-foot store next to the H-E-B Center, featuring more than 75 s
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Complete temperature records for Camp Mabry, Austin's official reporting site, date back to 1898. Since then, Austin has reached 100° more than 2,000 times.
A fast-moving wildfire burning west of Fort Worth has exploded in size, forcing evacuations in parts of North Texas and destroying structures as crews race to c
Ban on Texas drag shows ruled unconstitutional WOAI
One dead, northbound Mopac shut down after crash involving scooter rider in central Austin KEYE
The ‘secret H-E-B’ with a questionable trail is real. Sort of. MySA
Traffic Alert: Person riding scooter on MoPac dies in crash KXAN Austin
Police on scene of deadly crash involving a pedestrian Wednesday morning in North Austin KVUE
Austin's Congress Avenue Bridge bat experience gets an upgrade Austin American-Statesman
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Austin-San Antonio High-Speed Rail Could Cost $13.5 Billion, Study Finds thetexan.news
Heat hangs on before rain brings relief to Austin. What’s the timeline? Austin American-Statesman
A new Texas law declaws neighborhood groups that oppose housing projects The Texas Tribune
Dolly Parton's Austin story spanned nearly 60 years Austin American-Statesman
Talarico wants to unearth Paxton’s depositions to keep focus on opponent’s past in Texas Senate race Fox 59
What are the most popular baby names in Austin? Here's where your name ranks KUT
Teso Group plans first Texas 'Teso X' stores. Here's where. MySA
Texas landed big catch in receiver Cam Coleman as No. 5 Longhorns chase return to playoff Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Pflugerville city leaders cut ties with Flock in Tuesday's council meeting following the discovery that nearly 380 unauthorized agencies had access to Pflugervi
Austinites remember Dolly Parton’s music, friendship and lasting impact KVUE
Austin vendors are rallying together after Painted Tree Boutique stores abruptly shut down, leaving them without a place to sell their products.
Austin Style Boutiques opens after Painted Tree closes FOX 7 Austin
Federal prosecutors have announced they’re pursuing around 40 cases for gun-related crimes in the Austin area. They say it’s the latest initiative to keep violent criminals behind bars and off the streets of Central Texas.
New initiative to target gun-related crimes FOX 7 Austin
Austin’s new 4,000-capacity music venue finally has a name. What to know Austin American-Statesman
The Austin Parks and Recreation Department has decided to eliminate all adult indoor sports leagues for the upcoming 2027 fiscal year.
‘I’m begging you to come forward’ | Austin mom pleads for answers in son’s killing KVUE
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