Treasure City Thrift Prepares to Move to New Location

Store and community space looks to continue supporting local orgs

"...decentralized network of nonprofits that provided New Orleans residents relief from the devastating effects of the natural disaster. Through..."

Feb. 18, 2025 News Post by Angelina Liu

The Strip Club: Lakehills Plaza

Cajun fusion that hits the target, a hyperbaric oxygen chamber, and more South Austin strip mall standouts

"...a come-as-you-are, pay-as-you-go, à la carte wellness center offering relief from all manner of ailments, including anxiety, arthritis, fibromyalgia,..."

Jan. 17, 2025 Food Feature by Taylor Holland

Day Trips: The Sip Yard, Port Aransas

Slip into this restaurant and drinking hub for an al fresco dining experience

"...devastated the beachfront town in 2017. There is no relief from the sun up here and you can’t see..."

Oct. 18, 2024 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Rent Story Reversal: Rents across the nation are on the..."

Sept. 13, 2024 News Feature

Council to Approve More Ambitious Development Reforms, and Considers Displacement

City aims to lower housing cost, considers displacement risk

"...Some industry reports estimate that Austin area rents have decreased anywhere from 5% to 12% year over..."

May 17, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

As Council Works to Improve Affordability With HOME, How Will Displacement Factor In?

Research shows small lots boost affordability though concerns linger

"...is also expected to approve measures that could help current homeowners finance new builds on their property...."

Dec. 6, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

Rental Assistance Arrives: Applications Open to Austinites Making Roughly $65,000 or Less

City partners with religious nonprofit to provide funds to tenants

"...$8 million of rental assistance made it off the runway for Austin residents..."

Dec. 6, 2023 News Post by Hannah Rossi

How to Watch Willie Nelson’s Friday Hall of Fame Induction, and More Music News

An Electric Church-saving fundraiser and major Latin music lineup

"...page says funds will be used "to address our rent deficit, tackle the overdue building repairs, ensure our staff's..."

Nov. 3, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Here's How Austin's Last-Minute City Budget Battles Played Out

How advocates' calls for action were and weren't answered

"...can continue employing 10 Victim Services counselors, who are currently paid through federal grants (proposed by CM Alison Alter);..."

Aug. 25, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Assessing the Damage the 88th Texas Legislature Has Done So Far ... and Bracing for What's Yet to Come

When the Lege hits home

"...a flurry of moribund bills, a few targets were apparent: queer Texans, new Texans (migrants), non-Christian Texans, and Texans..."

June 2, 2023 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Public Notice: School Boards and Rail Lines

Searching for a super, roughing out the rail routes

"...half of your property tax payment. If you're a renter, the calculation isn't as transparent, but make no mistake,..."

March 17, 2023 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Two Local Vegan Powerhouses to Close This Month

But don’t despair, not all hope is lost

"...the rising costs I’m not sure it’s feasible to rent again, and buying seems like a faraway dream.”..."

Dec. 4, 2022 Food Post by A. Richmond

Council Steams Ahead With “Renters’ Rights Agenda”

Plus, council takes on Colony Park and city-owned property

"...last Thursday to what some members are calling the "renters' rights agenda," which will protect tenant organizing from landlord..."

Nov. 4, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...paused its nonemergency intake Tuesday due to continuous overcrowding. Currently, 700 animals are housed at the city-owned shelter, 67..."

Sept. 16, 2022 News Feature

Landlord Woes

"...In response to Abe Asher's article "City Hamstrung as Renters Face Crippling Costs,” [News, Aug. 26] I think Mr...."

Aug. 31, 2022 Postmarks

Low-Income Residents Earn Concessions From Developer

More help for Old Homesteaders

"...After weeks of negotiations, a group of low-income Austin renters won significant concessions from a developer seeking to demolish..."

June 24, 2022 News Feature by Kit O’Connell

Austin at Large: Housing and the Mayor’s Race

Celia Israel: “This election is about who can afford to live here, and who gets to decide”

"...missing-middle housing, but community land trusts, extending the city's rent support program (begun with COVID-19 relief funds), assessing the..."

June 10, 2022 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Council Recap: Nothing Goes Further Than Cash

A newly approved pilot program will provide 85 households with $1,000 per month

"...assistance in Austin as part of the city's COVID-19 relief efforts, and is working with the St. David's Foundation..."

May 13, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Council Recap: Nothing Goes Farther Than Cash

City to launch guaranteed-income pilot program

"...assistance in Austin as part of the city’s COVID-19 relief efforts in 2020 (when the group was known as..."

May 6, 2022 News Post by Austin Sanders

East Austin Residents Need Resilience Hubs Sooner Rather Than Later

City looks to fill in some of the gaps of inequity during times of crisis

"...the hubs from its American Rescue Plan Act COVID-19 relief funds, Coudert said...."

April 29, 2022 News Feature by Heather Stewart

Progressive Responses to Evictions, Truancy Define Justice of the Peace Contests

Power to the People in the "People's Court"

"...with their traffic violations, where truant students and their parents are referred, and where landlords go to seek permission..."

Feb. 18, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

A Lively Crowd Seeks the Open House District 51 Seat

The Southeast Seven

"...family have lived in District 51 for eight years, currently in the newly built Easton Park neighborhood near McKinney..."

Feb. 11, 2022 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...No Money, No Relief: The Travis County Commissioners Court voted unanimously this week..."

Dec. 3, 2021 News Feature

The Parish Files $1 Million Lawsuit Against Landlord After Being Locked Out

Venue says landlord “hatched a plot to commandeer the business”

"...Documents state the owner required the venue “pay accelerated rent, property tax rent, and utilities rent totaling over $1.5..."

Nov. 8, 2021 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Faster Than Sound: Should the Live Music Fund Go to Musicians or Venues?

While eligibility is worked out, Music Commission nails down “PIE” equity plan

"...venues should be eligible for a long-discussed city fund, currently drafted to benefit independent promoters and musicians to throw..."

Nov. 5, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

See How Much Austin Venues Received in Shuttered Venue Operators Grants

Federal program gave $130 million to over 100 local businesses

"...Independent Venue Association for delivery of federal COVID-19 emergency relief funds. So, what came of the national Save Our..."

Oct. 22, 2021 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Council’s Back! Housing Highlights Mammoth Meeting

The return marks the first in-person meeting at City Hall in more than a year

"...residents facing eviction, allowing them time to pay back rent or make arrangements with landlords. Council will also replenish..."

July 30, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Council Recap: A Big Bucket of BidenBucks to Stitch Up the Safety Net

Homelessness response anchors $263.5 million spending plan

"...voted to allocate $100 million in federal stimulus and relief funds (augmented by local reserves) toward services and plans..."

June 11, 2021 News Post by Austin Sanders

Council Set to Offset High-End Tax Break With Rent Relief

The ol' homestead

"...direct benefit to the majority of Austin households who rent. Council also approved an increased exemption for homeowners living..."

June 11, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Austin City Council meets today, Thursday, June 10, at..."

June 11, 2021 News Feature

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