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."
government
There are 10 council districts in Austin. Council members serve four-year terms. Every two years, half of the council seats are up for election.
schools
Each week, FOX 7 Austin highlights one Central Texas high school football player who excelled for his team.
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KXAN has created charts and graphics to help you keep track of whatever weather 2026 brings.
safety
KXAN is keeping track of the number of traffic fatalities in the City of Austin in 2026. An interactive map shows where those crashes have occurred.
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Terrorism motive probed in mass shooting at Austin bar: FBI ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
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KXAN is keeping track of the number of homicides in the City of Austin in 2026. An interactive map shows where those homicides have occurred.
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At KXAN, we're keeping track of home prices, and several other data points, to help buyers and sellers stay on top of trends in the market.
parks
Following a stretch of wet weather that kept Central Texas temperatures well below normal, Zilker Park and the surrounding Austin area are bracing for another gray, misty day before drier conditions return early in the week....
parks
Following a little more than half-an-inch from Friday and Saturday, the "Great Lawn" at Zilker Park crumbled into a sludge field. Muddy conditions inspired a doors delay of two hours, pushing festival goers to start at 2 p.m....
