Trek Through 29 Independent Bookstores on the Austin Texas Book Trail

Second annual crawl connects Austin’s literary community

"...Their partnership with CapMetro, which is offering free one-day bus and bikeshare passes, makes this mission even easier. Likewise,..."

April 11, 2025 Arts Feature by Caroline Drew

AI at the Wheel, for the Masses

Self-driving cars are mostly Uber-like, but could automation enter public transit?

"...city. Plus, Tesla plans to roll out its robotaxi service in June...."

March 7, 2025 News Feature by Benton Graham

Headlines / Quote of the Week

Where is the resistance? Here.

"...conversation, all I could think of was George W. Bush’s reported reaction to Trump’s first inaugural address: 'That was..."

Feb. 21, 2025 News Feature

City Council Gets Its Head in the Game

With only one first-term Trump-era vet and several rookies, Council squares up

"...the city must set reasonable goals around programs and services that can improve the lives of Austinites and, more..."

Jan. 31, 2025 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Theatre Review: Come From Away

Traveling musical examines the wake of tragedy with hopeful optimism

"...They manage to fully capture anecdotal moments of anxiety, service, and endurance in an uncertain five-day sojourn. There’s Bonnie..."

Jan. 10, 2025 Arts Feature by Cat McCarrey

The 10 Biggest Austin News Stories of 2024

A year of upheaval and settling dust

"...schools ($1 million to $1.5 million per school); reducing bus service ($6 million); eliminating staff positions ($4 million); and..."

Dec. 13, 2024 News Feature by the News Team

Austin Studio Tour, Mighty Texas Dog Walk, and More Recommended Events

Things to keep you busy this weekend

"...Gaby Hoffmann.   – James Scott Waiting for the Bus..."

Nov. 15, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Review: On the Ground at Levitation 2024

Gang of Four, Swirlies, Slowdive, and more highlights from the four-day fest

"...Glittering World of Salons, the group didn’t prioritize fan service; tuning breaks often took several minutes, and Tutunjian seemed..."

Nov. 8, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

The Austin Chronic: KOOP’s Sunday Reggae Lives On With Roots Train

After a quarter-century run, Jamaican Gold’s Art Baker passes the torch to Selector Dale

"...nature on an afternoon hike? The din of a busy outdoor market?..."

Aug. 9, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

Even With Tax Increase, Austin ISD Will Need Significant Spending Cuts

Eliminating positions, closing schools, other possibilities on the table

"...schools ($1 million to $1.5 million per school); reducing bus service ($6 million); eliminating staff positions ($4 million); and..."

Aug. 2, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Transit Troubles

"...In answer to the gentleman who wrote about free bus service for the homeless and opposing increased security measures..."

May 17, 2024 Postmarks

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...will require Paxton to complete 100 hours of community service in Collin County, take 15 hours of ethics training,..."

March 29, 2024 News Feature

As Transit Cops Near, Cap Metro’s Other Public Safety Personnel Thrive

Safe on the bus

"...cool fall day last year at a heavily trafficked bus stop in Austin, a person experiencing homelessness appeared unwell...."

Feb. 23, 2024 News Feature by Benton Graham

How Acclaimed Sushi Chef Tyson Cole Achieved His Dreams in Austin and Beyond

The chef behind Uchi (and several more notable restaurants) gets Hai all the time

"...place off Burnet Road, and I was taking the bus back and forth to work every day. And one..."

Jan. 19, 2024 Food Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Tips for Freezing Temperatures in Austin and Where to Go to Stay Warm

It’s gonna be cold! Here’s what you should do.

"...shelters by 9am every day based on National Weather Service (NWS) projections. They activate these shelters under certain conditions:..."

Jan. 12, 2024 News Post by Maggie Quinlan

Mean Girls

This isn't your mother's Mean Girls. Because it's really bad.

"...fight that leads to Regina getting hit by a bus, in service of a “fuck you” song from Janis..."

Jan. 12, 2024 Movie Review by Jenny Nulf

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Wheels on the Bus Won't Go Around Cap Metro's effort to electrify its..."

Dec. 8, 2023 News Feature

Austin's Transportation Future: What Will It Look Like in 2033?

Highways, headless horsemen, and high-speed trains: The ghost of our transportation future

"...the highway to create more lanes for carpool and buses, not single-occupancy vehicles, according to Tucker Ferguson, TxDOT's district..."

Nov. 10, 2023 News Feature by Benton Graham

CapMetro Callout

"...a proposed change to CapMetro PICKUP, the little blue bus that now runs in West Austin on the Exposition..."

Oct. 24, 2023 Postmarks

How to Get to and From ACL Festival

Free shuttles, pricey rideshares, and more

"...to follow ACL's Instagram account for timely updates. CapMetro Buses and Metro Rail..."

Oct. 4, 2023 Music Post by Oscar Rodriguez

The Austin Transit Partnership Recommends the Flexible Light Rail Option

Stretching the light rail

"...feedback, attending over 90 meetings and going to 45 bus stops. It found existing riders wanted more coverage, more..."

May 23, 2023 News Post by Benton Graham

How Much of Your Rent Is Paying for Spots in a Parking Lot?

Council's ready to jettison parking minimums for future Austin developments

"...– presumably people living in new apartments right by bus stops could go without a car, and requiring fewer..."

May 5, 2023 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

The Luv Doc: Grabbers

Men are not at all civil

"...the spectacular Hill Country views, cedar pollen, lack of bus service/decent breakfast tacos, but you don't live in Austin...."

April 14, 2023 Column by The Luv Doc

The Luv Doc: Big Jars of Dollar Bills

... that they're not even using

"...bar and leave a tip. I am in the service industry myself and usually before SXSW I save up..."

March 24, 2023 Column by The Luv Doc

Austin at Large: The Train Can’t Be Too Late

It’s going to be sad, so sad, when Mayor Pete’s money comes if Austin’s not ready

"...its parts of Project Connect, but making sure its bus service operates reliably and hits pre-COVID ridership levels, which..."

March 10, 2023 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Council Preview: Planning to Plan Transit Station Areas

First step? Calibrating housing access on Project Connect routes

"...both housing and workspaces along Project Connect’s rail and bus lines aim to ensure that Austin’s improved and transformed..."

March 7, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

New Law Could Enable School Construction Across Texas

The limit does not exist!

"...of school campuses, new equipment purchases, or electric school buses...."

Feb. 17, 2023 News Feature by Madi Donham

SXSW Goes Monster Hunting With Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Amongst Thieves

Evil Dead Rises and more added to festival lineup

"...of women in media, redefined their roles in show business, and inspired generations to dream big and make it..."

Jan. 11, 2023 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Microtransit Takes Off in Central Texas

Uber wins over the suburbs

"...the region. Microtransit takes many forms, ranging from van services that pick up and drop off riders in set..."

Dec. 30, 2022 News Feature by Benton Graham

Bus Cops Find Temporary Home

Cap Metro Board vote locks in temporary police station

"...conversation during the meeting's public comment. A handful of bus operators took to the stand to express concerns around..."

Dec. 23, 2022 News Feature by Benton Graham

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