Austin Transportation and Public Works received $105 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation to advance the construction of a highway cap over I-35 at Cesar Chavez and Fourth Streets as part...
Olivia Dilley, Senior News Reporter
• March 27, 2024
A bike lane connecting segments of a popular Austin trail will soon be replaced by a pedestrian-only path, relegating cyclists to share the street with vehicles.
The multipurpose 11-mile Shoal Creek...
The City of Austin approved a program to increase reclaimed water use for non-drinking purposes on March 7.
The GoPurple initiative, created by Austin Water, incentivizes future developments to install...
Erika Pernis, General News Reporter
• March 25, 2024
Another autonomous vehicle company will roll out its commercial ride-hailing services to the Austin community later this year.
Last year, Waymo, an autonomous vehicle company subsidized by Google,...
The Austin City Council approved city code changes on March 7, allowing more legal wiggle room to maintain the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail around Lady Bird Lake.
The City Council initiated...
The Austin City Planning Commission unveiled a new plan to further develop a city district surrounding Lady Bird Lake at a series of community meetings asking for feedback held throughout February and...
A new affordable housing development is coming to District 9 after the city approved $50 million in funding late last month for affordable housing developments in six districts.
The Mary Lee Square...
Frequent travelers can wind down from the chaotic environment of Austin-Bergstrom International airport at a new art exhibit highlighting endangered species.
The Calming Towers, a digital exhibit unveiled...
Erika Pernis, General News Reporter
• March 19, 2024
Constant highway and infrastructure improvements on the Interstate 35 corridor between Austin and San Antonio have caused traffic congestion in the area, affecting students who drive on it frequently.
Austin...
In an alcove of trees, a crowd patiently watched a team of Danish artists on Friday as they added the finishing touches to their newest sculpture. The team’s lead artist, Thomas Dambo, introduced the...
Austin canceled a comprehensive study of the city’s and its partners’ solutions for addressing homelessness in the greater Austin area, Interim City Manager Jesús Garza informed the Austin City Council...
Austin Energy increased its power supply adjustment rate by 5% four times in the past five months, meaning higher costs for consumers. The most recent increase hit electric bills on March 1.
The average...
