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Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

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Cyclists’ travel patterns mined for research data

Diego Cruz June 10, 2011

Researchers are tracking Austin cyclists to better understand how they travel through the city. The application CycleTracks records routes cyclists take using the GPS function of their smartphones,...

Republic of Texas Biker Rally boosts local hospitality industry

Will Alsdorf June 9, 2011

The 16th annual Republic of Texas Biker Rally starts revving its engine at the Travis County Exposition Center today and runs through Sunday. ROT Rally, the largest motorcycle rally in Texas, started...

Professor promotes book on myths of science

Allison Harris June 9, 2011

There is no proof Galileo dropped objects from the Leaning Tower of Pisa to compare the rate of their falls, but popular science still promotes that myth and many others, said an associate history professor...

Gas prices decline, but remain far from last year’s range

Diego Cruz June 9, 2011

Austin drivers are paying less for gas this month, but filling the tank is still emptying pockets quicker than it did last June. Gasoline prices in Austin are down more than 20 cents per gallon...

Professor creates fitness program geared toward minorities

Liz Farmer June 7, 2011

Blue, pink and black shirts emblazoned with a cowgirl boot or a high-heel shoe will help fund a fitness program geared toward minority women in Austin. Associate government professor Terri Givens...

South Austin construction to increase road congestion

Katrina Tollin June 6, 2011

Riverside Drive undergoes work to improve downtown sewer Riverside Drive west of South First Street is undergoing a lane reduction and construction project as part of the work being done for the...

Candidates vie for Place 3 seat in Austin City Council

Katrina Tollin June 6, 2011

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Smoke and Mirrors

Audrey White June 2, 2011

The patios at local hookah bars are crowded on summer evenings when the trendy practice provides a nice way to relax after busy days, said Arab Cowboy co-owner Dawn Scheel. But according to a...

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President Obama stops in Austin to raise funds for reelection campaign

Tamir Kalifa and Audrey White May 11, 2011

President Barack Obama descended on Austin on Tuesday, and the iconic bright blue of Air Force One lit up a stormy sky. He made two fundraising stops in Austin as part of the earliest stage of his...

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Lunch celebrates Austin’s tourism events

Allie Kolechta May 6, 2011

Each year, five events boost Austin’s economy by about $357 million combined but cause the city to scramble to accommodate visitors and citizens who struggle to get from point A to point B. Today,...

Impending end of session stresses deadline for bills

Melissa Ayala May 6, 2011

The end of the 82nd legislative session is drawing near, leaving lawmakers scrambling to hear, vote and amend a bevy of bills. The regular session ends on May 30, and after that, the governor has...

Teach for America CEO suggests ways to start change

Molly Moore May 5, 2011

Potlucks may be the key to ending the cycle of poverty in the education system, Teach For America CEO and founder Wendy Kopp said Wednesday. Kopp, who is best known for founding the organization...

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