State Grid Weathered Cold Snap Despite Record Demand
All-time highs and lows
151-180 of 28,625 entries
Lina Fisher, Jan. 18, 2024
As Deadline Nears, Austin ISD Works Through Backlog for Special Ed Services
Evaluations are picking up speed
Brant Bingamon, Jan. 18, 2024
While Abbott Talks of “Murder,” Migrants Die
Three migrants drown after Texas blocks Border Patrol rescue
Brant Bingamon, Jan. 18, 2024
Council to Renew Police Pay Package to Incentivize Contract Negotiations
But that didn’t work the first time
Austin Sanders, Jan. 18, 2024
United Flight Attendants Prepare to Picket Amid Stalled Contract Negotiations
They are fighting to be paid for every hour they work
Lina Fisher, Jan. 18, 2024
Feds Approve Texas’ Plan to Expand Medicaid to Postpartum Moms
Texas is one of the last states to offer new moms coverage
Maggie Q. Thompson, Jan. 17, 2024
Some State Prison Cells Are Far Too Cold, Families Report
Texas prison agency denies some claims
Brant Bingamon, Jan. 17, 2024
Will the Grid Hold Up? Arctic Blast Not Expected to Be as Severe as 2021’s
Grid should remain stable despite freezing cold and high demand
Lina Fisher, Jan. 12, 2024
Tips for Freezing Temperatures in Austin and Where to Go to Stay Warm
It’s gonna be cold! Here’s what you should do.
Maggie Q. Thompson, Jan. 12, 2024
Could ERCOT Connect to the Southeastern U.S. Grids?
Plan in the works to build transmission lines through Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi
Lina Fisher, Jan. 11, 2024
Statesman Union Gearing Up to Strike
Gannett still won’t budge on wages, benefits
Lina Fisher, Jan. 11, 2024
Headlines / Quote of the Week
Jan. 11, 2024
Public Defender Warns City’s Proposed First Hearing Process Circumvents Critical Processes
APD's virtual magistration proposal still isn't fully fleshed out
Austin Sanders, Jan. 11, 2024
Austin Plans Its First All Abilities Playground on Onion Creek
The right to play
Brant Bingamon, Jan. 11, 2024
Is Medicaid for Postpartum Moms Still Happening? Most Likely.
Federal agency has a track record of long delays answering Texas’ requests
Maggie Q. Thompson, Jan. 11, 2024
Ascension Union Now More Than 1,000 Nurses Strong
Meanwhile, Ascension threatens disciplinary action for strike
Lina Fisher, Jan. 10, 2024
Supreme Court Will Take Up Emergency Abortions in April
ACLU calls the January ruling “astonishing”
Brant Bingamon, Jan. 10, 2024
Conspicuous Austin Pets Alive! Transport Van Stolen, Soon Recovered
The suspect remains at large
Brant Bingamon, Jan. 9, 2024
The Hunt for Austin’s Next Top Executive Officially Begins
City manager application window opens today, closes Feb. 12
Austin Sanders, Jan. 8, 2024
Three Years After the January 6 Insurrection, What’s Changed in Central Texas?
Locals have pleaded guilty, but conspiracy theories still reign
Maggie Q. Thompson, Jan. 6, 2024
City Warns Users of Parking App to Avoid Fraudulent Website
Avoid the scam by downloading the official Park ATX app
Austin Sanders, Jan. 5, 2024
Affordable Homes for Sale Through Austin Community Land Trust
The city-run program is accepting applications now
Austin Sanders, Jan. 4, 2024
New Year, New Police Union President
Michael Bullock assumes union leadership at turbulent time
Austin Sanders, Jan. 4, 2024
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Ban Starts to Chip Away at UT–Austin
New law bans diversity-conscious hiring practices, training, workshops
Lina Fisher, Jan. 4, 2024
With Six Seats Up in the Air, City Council Could Look Very Different Next Year
Ready to rumble?
Austin Sanders, Jan. 4, 2024
Headlines / Quote of the Week
Jan. 4, 2024
APD’s Sex Crimes Unit Is Undergoing a Major Overhaul. Here’s What Year One Brought.
The project is led by a plaintiff in suit against APD
Maya Wright, Jan. 4, 2024
March 2024 Primary Election Info
Early Voting: February 20 - March 1; Election Day: March 5
Jan. 4, 2024
Iconic Pink Palace Co-op for Sale After 30 Years
Future is uncertain for Black and brown artists in residence
Carys Anderson, Jan. 4, 2024
Biden Asks Supreme Court to Let Feds Cut Razor Wire at the Border
Feds say wire blocks Border Patrol from carrying out duties
