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The Downtown Austin Alliance will host its annual Future of Downtown celebration on Tuesday, May 27, at ACL Live at the Moody Theater. The event will feature key findings from the annual State of Downtown report and an introduction to Davon Barbour, the organization’s new president and CEO. Attendees will be the first to hear […]

Texas Senator John Cornyn has announced his campaign team for the 2026 election, warning his major opponent in the Republican primary, “It’s going to be a long, miserable 10 months for Ken Paxton.” The press release says, “We will accurately convey my record in the U.S. Senate and make sure that Texans understand the character […]

On Tuesday, Council went into executive session to hear legal advice related to a suit filed by Sam Kirsch after an APD officer shot him in the head with a beanbag round during a 2020 racial justice protest. Kirsch suffered serious injuries, recently losing an eye as a result, and is seeking compensation for his […]

Austin Public Health has learned that the city has another confirmed measles exposure. The city hosted an infectious El Paso resident April 25 through April 27 with an initial investigation revealing a potential public exposure at Terry Black’s Barbecue on April 26 between 8 and 11 p.m. Anyone visiting the restaurant during that time should […]

The Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management is offering a free emergency preparedness training session, “Ready Together: Basic Emergency Preparedness for You, Your Family & Your Neighborhood,” on Thursday, May 8, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Carver Branch of the Austin Public Library. Developed in collaboration with the Austin Fire Department, its […]

With current City Auditor Corrie Stokes set to retire at the end of the year, City Council is coming up with a game plan. The city auditor is one of the few positions that Council appoints directly and, to do so, the code stipulates that members of the Audit and Finance Committee serve as a […]

Though real estate investor Nate Paul will not face prison time for charges of bank and wire fraud, Travis County Tax Assessor-Collector Celia Israel is seeking to add more than $2 million money Paul will be paying back in the near future. A press release from Israel explained that the Travis County Attorney filed suit […]

Austin has again secured a spot among Penske Truck Rental’s Top 10 Moving Destinations for all of 2024, highlighting the city’s enduring appeal despite evolving migration patterns. This marks the fifth consecutive year Austin has featured on Penske’s annual list, which is based on one-way truck rental data. While Austin remains a popular relocation choice, […]

Austin residents have the opportunity to weigh in on the city’s financial priorities through a newly launched budget engagement survey. The survey follows the conclusion of a series of community budget conversations hosted throughout April by City Manager T.C. Broadnax. Those conversations were intended to gather public input ahead of the formal budget process. The […]

Central Health will host a community conversation with Travis County Commissioner Ann Howard on May 7, offering updates on efforts to improve health care access and delivery for Travis County residents. The event, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the McBeth Recreation Center, will include an overview of Central Health’s ongoing strategic plan initiatives. Topics […]

Austin-area job seekers interested in manufacturing careers will have the opportunity to meet with local employers at the 2025 Manufacturing Job Fair, scheduled for May 7. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Workforce Solutions Capital Area’s North Career Center, located at 9001 N. Interstate Highway 35, Suite 110. Organized […]

Artists and creatives in Austin are invited to apply to a new open call for Vibe Downtown, an annual event series launching this fall to celebrate the city’s creative energy. Applications are now open through May 5 for proposals to produce cultural experiences during Vibe Weekend, which is scheduled for September 19–20 on the historic […]