Three True Tales of Urban Infill

Believe It, or Not...

"...suburban ideal, many of the regulations just don't fit Austin anymore, especially within the central city. In addition, the..."

Dec. 8, 1995 News Feature

Council Watch

As the Lawsuit Looms...

"...the 25-acre Falls, and not its entire 4,000-acre Public Utility District (PUD)...."

May 5, 1995 News Column by Alex de Marban

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...have implemented a temporary fix that cuts down on water loss, but they’re working on a permanent solution...."

Sept. 6, 2024 News Feature

Houston Sues the State Over “Death Star" Law

Lawsuit cities state overreach, vague language, and undue burden on cities

"...Rep. Dustin Burrows, R-Lubbock, would neutralize local protections like Austin's 2010 rest break ordinance, which mandates a water break..."

July 14, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...wheelbarrows of humanely picked coconuts outside of Whole Foods' Austin headquarters, in protest of its continued sale of coconut..."

March 31, 2023 News Feature

Council Says: Okay, Maybe We’ll Bury the Power Lines After All

The first step will be studying feasibility

"...Austin Energy has been clear that untrimmed tree branches were..."

March 24, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Opinion: Oak Hill Road Plan Is Taxpayer Abuse

The argument against TxDOT's plan for a freeway flyover at the intersection of U.S. 290 and Texas 71

"...intersection of U.S. 290 and Texas 71 in Southwest Austin has been slated to become a freeway flyover. Most..."

Sept. 17, 2021 Column by Carol Cespedes

It Wasn't Just ERCOT: Task Force Slams City's Freeze Response

Winter Storm Review Task Force finds fault in city's Uri response

"...A task force created to review Austin's response to Winter Storm Uri has released its draft..."

Aug. 6, 2021 News Feature by Kimberly Reeves

People Experiencing Homelessness Brace for More Changes in Support Systems

Where are they supposed to go?

"...As the Austin-Travis County community undergoes a retreat into isolation to slow..."

March 20, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

As Tax Protests Begin, Travis Central Appraisal District Catches Heat

The causes and effects of the ongoing TCAD controversy

"...taxes to more than 100 jurisdictions (the county itself, Austin and 20 other cities, school districts, Austin Community College,..."

June 7, 2019 News Feature by Lindsay Stafford Mader

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of the Upcoming Legislative Session

Lawmakers set to tackle immigration, education, legalization, transportation, and more

"...Stalwarts such as Rep. Donna Howard, D-Austin, and newcomers such as Rep. James Talarico, D-Round Rock,..."

Dec. 14, 2018 News Feature by the News Staff

Council: Free-Net Ain’t Free

Austin Free-Net wins a reprieve over California competition

"...day (15) was whether to stick with longtime vendor Austin Free-Net to continue providing “community technology access lab management..."

March 6, 2018 News Post by Michael King

Notes on Kamp: Our Transportation Crisis

We can't afford to keep ignoring our infrastructure

"...back ("Where the Sidewalks End," July 11, 2014) – Austin's sidewalks are more gestures to the idea of walking..."

May 20, 2016 News Column by Amy Kamp

Anthem of the Sun

Non-commercial frequency Sun Radio broadens its solar-powered Americana throughout Central Texas

"...Austin fitted its new City Hall with solar panels that..."

Jan. 22, 2016 Music Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Referred to Committee

Quite a few items pushed to the curb in late Council session

"...Despite his late public email push, Mayor Steve Adler’s..."

Feb. 27, 2015 News Post by Michael King

Affordability Key to Climate Plan Goals

City task force makes its recommendations for 2024 climate change protection goals

"...since City Coun­cil approved – after much hand-wringing – Austin Energy's 2020 climate change protection goals, but already it's..."

July 18, 2014 News Feature by Nora Ankrum

Adapt or Fry: UT Climate Adaptation Symposium

Forum focuses on local solutions to climate change

"...Stories of surviving Austin's summers usually include a bit of melodrama; the triple-digit..."

Sept. 27, 2013 News Feature by Brandon Watson

Perry's Vexing Vetoes

Perry kills 24 more bills

"...district has now been gerrymandered to reach into East Austin. She lost two bills, including a measure on tax..."

June 21, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

There They Go ... Here They Come Again

A no-drama session ends – will a high-drama special follow?

"...topic issues like fetal pain bills. Rep. Eddie Rodriguez, D-Austin, said, "It seemed like Republicans didn't want to tackle..."

May 31, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Then There's This: Victory at Last?

After a string of losses, city wins fight over Downtown block

"...seems an extraordinarily long time for the city of Austin to spend on an eminent domain case, even as..."

Sept. 7, 2012 News Column by Amy Smith

How Many Apples for $8.6 million?

Full week's work for City Council, including Apple incentives

"...scheduled meeting. Wed­nes­day's session was dedicated to the ongoing Austin Energy rate case, but Tuesday's was in principle open..."

March 23, 2012 News Feature by Michael King

TDH: 9/13/11

Cops, parks winners in budget adoption

"...of a $1.6 million reserve, a surplus transfer from Austin Energy due to record demand the utility’s seen this..."

Sept. 13, 2011 News Post by Wells Dunbar

TDH: 8/23/11

Sanders settlement dominates Thursday's City Council agenda

"...Highlights from City Council’s Thursday, Aug. 25 agenda:..."

Aug. 23, 2011 News Post by Wells Dunbar

Public Ed's Future Hangs in Balance

It's Teacher Appreciation Week, but you'd never know it at the Lege

"...furlough you, cram more kids into your class, and water down your employment rights."..."

May 6, 2011 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Daily Hustle: 3/21/11

GEDs and boutique hotels: Your City Council preview

"...Agenda highlights for City Council's Thursday, March 24 meeting:..."

March 21, 2011 News Post by Wells Dunbar

The Daily Hustle:1/11/11

City Council agenda highlights for Thursday

"...Check it: Agenda highlights for Thursday, Jan. 13's City..."

Jan. 11, 2011 News Post by Wells Dunbar

Wish List

Here's your chance to give back to the areas of our community that need it the most

"...Dear Austin,..."

Dec. 17, 2010 News Feature by Kate X Messer

Bowing to Business Wheels, AISD Cans Tax Hike

Board passes new budget but drops ballot proposal

"...On Aug. 23, the Austin Independent School District board of trustees approved a nearly..."

Aug. 27, 2010 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Daily Hustle: 6/21/10

Lining up items from council

"...directing the City Manager to determine the cost to Austin taxpayers of processing plastic bags in the waste stream...."

June 21, 2010 News Post by Wells Dunbar

The Daily Hustle: 6/14/10

No future for Red River?

"...Waller Creek improvements is a tunnel which will equalize water flow through the flood-prone creek, pulling much of the..."

June 14, 2010 News Post by Wells Dunbar

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