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RunTex founder Carrozza about company’s future despite Riverside’s eviction notice

Hannah Jane DeCiutiis April 9, 2013

Following the eviction of RunTex from its 17-year-old location Thursday, RunTex officials say they are headed in a positive direction to continue their mission to help Austin residents get more fit. An...

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In the midst of Distractive Driving Awareness Month, almost half of commuters said they texted while behind the wheel

Jeremy Thomas April 9, 2013

Despite knowing the risks of distracted driving, a growing number of legal-aged drivers are texting while behind the wheel of a moving vechicle. A recent AT&T Inc. poll revealed that nearly half...

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Protesters advocate “gun sense” laws

Klarissa Fitzpatrick April 8, 2013

In response to shootings in Newtown, Conn. and around the country, protestors rallied outside the Texas Capitol on Saturday in favor of “gun sense” laws. Speakers including elected officials,...

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Candidate for UTPD chief calls for perception of safety, strong bond between APD, UTPD

Allie Kolechta April 8, 2013

Although the relationship between the Austin Police Department and UT Police Department is generally strong, a candidate vying to be UT’s next police chief believes it can be stronger. David Carter,...

Statewide water shortage threatens Texas economy, population growth

Joshua Fechter April 5, 2013

Austinites hit by the downpour this week may not realize Texas faces a water shortage that threatens the state’s long-term ability to provide water for citizens and businesses. Dan Hardin, water...

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New water treatment plant reported on schedule for 2014 completion

Hannah Jane DeCiutiis April 5, 2013

The City of Austin reported its new water treatment plant is on track for completion following a decision last December by the City Council to grant extra $15 million to the project. Water Treatment...

Pollen concentration breaks 1,500 spores per cubic meter, physicians talk remedies

Barak Bullock April 4, 2013

Waves of pollen blanketing Austin are making life tough for those with seasonal allergies, but students and physicians have tips for avoiding the sniffles and sneezes. The pollen count broke 1,500 grains...

Austin experiences rainstorm and power outages

Alexandra Dubinsky April 3, 2013

Heavy rainfall left 2800 Austin Energy customers without power, disrupted traffic in West Campus and resulted in event cancellations across the city Tuesday.  Near campus — on West 24th and...

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Forbes ranks Austin as 5th drunkest city in the US

Zach Lozano April 2, 2013

This article was corrected after its original posting. Forbes ranking came out in 2006. Student life on any college campus can often consist of the occasional sip of alcohol. Recently, Austin was ranked...

Vice Provost Steven Leslie discusses new medical school at fundraising luncheon

Matthew Hart April 2, 2013

Distinguished members of Austin’s medical community gathered with civic leaders Monday afternoon at the Four Seasons Hotel to discuss the upcoming Dell Medical School and the work of People’s...

UT professor charged with hit-and-run

Alberto Long April 2, 2013

Police say a UT professor is behind a hit-and-run incident that left one bicyclist injured on North Lamar Boulevard near West 10th Street on March 26. According to an affidavit for warrant of arrest...

Festive weekend brings lower crime rate than past despite homicide

Alberto Long April 2, 2013

A weekend that brings in tens of thousands of people to Austin from around the state saw a decrease in crime rates from previous years, police say. UT hosted the 86th Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays...

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