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Mayor Adler says Austin faces affordability, mobility issues in State of the City address

Forrest Milburn February 17, 2016

It was standing room only in the ZACH Theatre Tuesday night as Austinites crammed into every seat and space possible to hear Mayor Steve Adler give his second State of the City address. Since he was...

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Homeless population contributes to increase in West Campus K2-related arrests

Mikaela Cannizzo February 16, 2016

An increase in incidents involving K2, an illegal drug also referred to as synthetic marijuana, has resulted in more West Campus arrests within the past few weeks, according to the University of Texas...

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Politically active campus groups prepare for start of early voting

Forrest Milburn February 16, 2016

Students can avoid the long, time-consuming lines associated with election day voting starting Tuesday by casting their ballots at the Flawn Academic Center during the early voting period, which runs until...

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Austin community reflects on police brutality after David Joseph shooting

Mikaela Cannizzo February 15, 2016

The national conversation surrounding police brutality and racism continued last week when a black officer shot and killed an unarmed black teenager in North Austin. In response to the shooting,...

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Austin Marathon maintains pace, reaches 25th year anniversary

Bharath Lavendra February 15, 2016

Over 11,000 runners crossed the finish line yesterday at the 25th Austin Marathon and Half Marathon. John Conley, the race director for the past 20 years,  said he has watched the race change...

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Voters to have final say on ride-hailing regulations in May

Forrest Milburn February 12, 2016

Austin voters could have the final say on ride-hailing regulations as early as May 7 after City Council members decided Thursday to call for an election with a specific date yet to be decided. After...

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APD, social activists hold press conference following David Joseph’s death

Mikaela Cannizzo February 12, 2016

Local activists joined with Austin police Chief Art Acevedo Thursday afternoon to reflect on the relationship between the city and its law enforcement agencies in the midst of nationwide discussions about...

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Valentines Day events to attend this weekend

Katie Walsh February 12, 2016

Whether you are single or in a relationship, Austin has you covered this Valentine’s Day weekend. Below is a list of two Valentine’s Day-themed activities under $20 to check out each day this...

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City Council approves resolution for artist community in southeast Austin

Elizabeth Huang February 11, 2016

A 9.4-acre tract of land In Southeast Austin could soon become a new community for Austin artists. On Thursday, City Council approved a resolution to partner with the nonprofit organization Artspace...

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As sharing economy grows, Airbnb and city regulations collide

Caleb Wong February 11, 2016

Lizzy*, a senior at UT, makes $300 a month, but she doesn’t work a traditional on-campus job or get the money from her parents.  Instead, she charges guests to stay in a room in the...

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UT law students represent immigrants at clinic

Catherine Marfin February 9, 2016

UT law students have been representing immigrant families who have experienced persecution from their home countries for over a decade. Each semester, the UT Immigration Clinic selects a dozen law students...

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First case of Zika confirmed in Austin, disease continues to spread in U.S.

Mikaela Cannizzo February 5, 2016

The Austin/Travis County Health and Human Services Department confirmed Austin’s first case of Zika virus Thursday evening. According to the department’s website, a man under the age of...

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