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Photography project works to give voice to students in Rundberg neighborhood

Kylie Fitzpatrick September 18, 2014

Students in the School of Social Work assisted a group of Northeast Austin middle school students with a photography project depicting life in the Rundberg community through the eyes of the youth.  The...

UTPD launches new bike patrol unit

Natalie Sullivan September 18, 2014

If you see UTPD officers in blue uniforms biking around campus, chances are they’re part of UTPD’s new bike patrol unit, which launched Wednesday. UTPD Chief David Carter said the new unit...

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The Daily Texan’s guide to Fantastic Fest

Alex Pelham September 18, 2014

Film fanatics are gearing up for Austin’s annual Fantastic Fest, a week-long event at the new Alamo Drafthouse location at South Lamar Boulevard. A can’t-miss event for movie enthusiasts, especially...

UTPD, APD emphasize diversity in police force

Natalie Sullivan September 17, 2014

While some major cities have relatively high disparities between the racial makeup of their police forces and the surrounding community, APD’s demographics closely reflect those of Austin, according...

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Riley discusses ride-sharing legalization plan at SG meeting

Eleanor Dearman September 17, 2014

Chris Riley, a member of the Austin City Council, advocated for more transportation options at Tuesday’s Student Government meeting. Riley announced his plan Monday to legalize the ride sharing...

Council member announces plan to legalize ride-sharing services in Austin

Jackie Wang September 16, 2014

City Council Member Chris Riley announced his plan to move toward legalizing ride-sharing apps in Austin. According to local laws, the only way ride-sharing companies, such as Lyft and Uber, are legal...

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Pointe on Rio leaseholders say construction delays likely to continue

Eleanor Dearman September 16, 2014

After being unsure about their housing situation, some Pointe on Rio leaseholders say they have been told they will be without housing after Oct. 15. Before the start of the fall semester, future residents...

Despite rise in auto thefts, police recover more stolen cars

Natalie Sullivan September 12, 2014

Although the number of auto thefts in Austin has risen by 5 percent over the past year, police have recovered more cars from the thefts, according to APD Sgt. Robert Smith.  Austin Police Department...

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Animal Planet donates $25,000 to waive adoption fees for Austin shelters

Jackie Wang September 12, 2014

Animal Planet and its “R.O.A.R. To Their Rescue” program made free pet adoptions in the Austin area possible for a limited time. R.O.A.R. To Their Rescue is a combined effort by Animal Planet...

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UT professor co-founds Austin’s first recovery high school

Christina Noriega September 10, 2014

Thirteen high school students in search of sobriety started their fall semester at Austin’s first recovery high school. Located on the third floor of the University Christian Church, University...

City Council approves budget, rate increases

Jackie Wang September 10, 2014

The Austin City Council voted to approve increased water and energy rates at its annual budget meeting Tuesday. The council began reading the 2014-2015 fiscal year budget Monday and adopted the...

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APD proposes new booking facility

Natalie Sullivan September 9, 2014

The Austin Police Department has proposed plans for a new booking facility near Cameron Road that could save the city money and simplify the current booking process. Brian Manley, Austin Police assistant...

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