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Erik Charles Maund, a former partner with the Austin-area Maund Automotive Group, and two others were convicted in 2023 for their roles in the kidnapping and murder of Nashville residents Holly Williams and William Lanway.
City council members on Thursday will consider amending city code to let police officers cite motorists for loud engine noise, especially in residential areas.
85-year-old Jack Caldwell was last seen near his home in the Brushy Creek area.
With early voting underway, KXAN is keeping track of how many Texans have voted in the March 3, 2026, primary elections.
A Central Texas water utility is facing more than $70,000 in fines after regulators said it repeatedly exceeded groundwater pumping limits during a declared drought.
Thursday’s vote does not make any cuts—it establishes the criteria the city will use in deciding future social services contract cuts during the FY27 budget process.
President Donald Trump held his first State of the Union address to Congress (SOTU) of his second term on Tuesday, and in it he spoke briefly about the July 4, 2025 floods in Central Texas.
The museum has been in limbo thanks to expensive needed repairs to the building.
The mother of Laison Crenshaw – the 37 year old patient who died while being arrested during a mental health crisis in 2024 inside Dell Seton Medical Center where seeking treatment – filed a federal wrongful death lawsuit Friday against the police officer and several security guards involved, as well as the hospital’s owner, Ascension Seton, and a hospital doctor, according to suit.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing more out-of-state providers for allegedly shipping abortion medication into Texas. Paxton’s office announced the new lawsuit today Tuesday.
Director of Engineering Mike Sexton told board members that the 183 North Mobility Project is "getting close to completion," though there's still some work to be done.
CapMetro said it would work to replace fareboxes in an attempt to “modernize its fare system and enhance the customer experience.”
A man was arrested and booked into the Travis County Jail on Wednesday in connection with a local AMBER Alert.
Local musicians across the country are speaking out.
The frequent 911 calls coming from Camp East Montana at Fort Bliss include emergencies involving physically and medically fragile immigrants held at the tent facility.
"Preliminary investigation indicates that the victim was shot and killed by an unknown suspect who then fled the area," APD wrote.
While spring is our wettest season on average, it also contains easily our wettest month of the year.
Meteorologist Kristen Currie goes in-depth on NASA's Artemis mission, the purpose of the program and the new technology being used to send astronauts to the moon.
UT Austin will become the first university hub to work with U.S. Space Force, integrating research, industry, and high-powered computing to rapidly identify and respond to threats in orbit. The post UT To Enhance U.S. Space Force Detection, Response to Security Threats appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
Back in April of 1951, John Walker Wingate made Texas history in Lamesa, a city an hour south of Lubbock. It started when a now-defunct minor league team, the Lamesa Lobos, opened...
Our new series "Capitol Context on KXAN+" will look for common ground when it comes to Texas politics through thoughtful conversations with Democrats and Republicans.
Our next cold front arrives tomorrow late in the morning with the main change being a shift in wind direction resulting in a drier north wind. -- Nick Bannin
Authorities said a suspect connected with a local AMBER Alert was arrested, and a missing 12-year-old was found safe.
The star power and local favorites were the talk of Tuesday at the 2026 ATX Open.
The fire was reported around 2:30 p.m. near the 600 block of Exxon Road, near Highway 16 just northwest of Willow City
Primary ballot propositions may not carry the force of law, but they can shape the legislative agendas the parties pursue next year. In the case of the GOP, that makes...
The LED stage can “transport you to anywhere.”
Newly-released text messages appear to show the congressman repeatedly pressuring a former aide, who later died by suicide.
Insect expert Wizzie Brown says there’s a reason only female ants, bees and wasps can sting.   
Jonathan Shulkin’s gift to the McCombs School of Business will open broader career paths for country’s top students The post UT Receives Gift To Name Department of Accounting appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
Texas has the largest number of rural hospitals in the country. In the past decade, 14 of the state’s rural hospitals have closed and another 82 are at risk of...
A biomedical engineering senior leads multidisciplinary effort to transform surgical education for complex procedures The post From Idea to Impact: UT Student Rethinks How Surgeons are Trained appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
Compared with the same point in 2022, Democratic early voting is up by roughly 211,000 ballots, while Republican turnout has increased by about 6,000.
There are growing calls for U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales to step down and abandon his reelection campaign. New details have emerged about his relationship with a staffer who later died...
In the late 1990s, UT along with Cesar Pelli & Associates undertook an ambitious makeover of the campus. Studying that plan is a fascinating look back and a study in big-picture thinking, incremental progress and unforeseen change, as we prepare for a new campus master plan. The post And Just Like That, It’s 30 Years Later. Did We Follow the Campus Master Plan? appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
The lieutenant governor’s request to delay renewing the camp’s license came hours after parents who lost children in the July 4 flood sued the state for its alleged failure to...
The Main Building's dedication ceremony was a snapshot in a much longer and dramatic opening. The post A Towering Birthday appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
From Austin to Lubbock to Houston, we asked Texans what’s motivating them to vote early in Texas’ 2026 party primaries — plus the biggest issues on their minds this election...
If Flaco Jiménez was conjunto’s crossover ambassador, “the Jimi Hendrix of the accordion” was its avant-garde pied piper.
The plan will transform the University’s physical footprint to enhance innovation and academic excellence, while creating a more accessible, connected campus environment for the entire UT community. The post UT Embarks on a New Campus Master Planning Effort To Shape Its Future appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
It’s the first app developed by Texas Parks & Wildlife, with a focus on boosting struggling pollinator populations.
The county GOP will use machines to tally early voting results but still plans to hand-count ballots cast on Election Day.
Evidence shows that doulas can improve health outcomes for birthing women. Texas birth workers want their services to be accessible and understood.
The U.S. State Department issued a shelter-in-place warning for U.S. citizens after the killing of Jalisco New Generation Cartel boss, Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes – also known as “El Mencho” –...
UT students competed against international teams in game play, an academic debate, a business pitch and a game jam where participants developed a concept for a new game. The post Longhorns Level Up at 2026 Academic Esports World Tournament appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
Sure, they say breakfast is the most important meal, and dinner is the sexiest, but lunch can really make or break your day. And it doesn’t have to be an afterthought, especially in Austin, where a midday meal can be an exciting way to try a new restaurant at slightly more affordable prices — and […]
Sonido Tejano teaches students the history of the genre, as well as how to play standards from Little Joe, Fito Olivares, and more.
Breathe easy. It appears our microbial ancestors used oxygen, too. The post A Break in a Longstanding Mystery about Origin of Complex Life appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
New school will unite key strengths to establish a center of excellence, strengthening interdisciplinary research and preparing talent for a rapidly changing economy. The post UT Launches New School of Computing, Uniting Computer and Data Science, Statistics, Information Disciplines appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
We’ve all heard cars that backfire incessantly. The siren song of enthusiastic, gifted, drivers who enjoy announcing their car’s presence at stop lights. A proposed new law is on deck to limit how much exhaust noise a “person of ordinary sensibilities” must tolerate. City Council is expected to vote on the ordinance at their next meeting....
Balancing work, research and a double major, Maddie Fail thought her résumé wouldn’t stand out; then, she was one of only 26 U.S. students selected as a Gates Cambridge Scholar. The post UT Alumna Awarded Prestigious Graduate Scholarship To Further Carbon Cycle Research appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
There’s an Italian restaurant in Austin for every type of craving. In the mood for pizza? Bufalina (and Bufalina Due) offer Neapolitan-style pies alongside exceptional natural wine lists. Looking for meat dishes? Red Ash’s strength is a massive wood-burning grill, while Intero uses all parts of animals to stay sustainable. Those looking for chewy hand-made […]
Millions of Texas voters are expected to vote in the March 3 primary elections. Voters will choose which candidates will represent the Democratic and Republican parties on the ballot in November's general election.
Readers of Eater usually have the same question: Where should I eat right now? As always, the Austin restaurant scene remains as exciting as ever, with our fall picks trickling open. With this in mind, Eater is updating its monthly heatmap, highlighting a mix of exciting restaurants, trucks, bars, and food experiences.  New for February […]
South Lamar is one of Austin’s busiest stretches in the Zilker and South Austin areas, with numerous restaurants, bars, food trucks, and an Alamo Drafthouse, plus proximity to Zilker Park. It’s easy to get overwhelmed with the number of options. This is Eater’s guide to the best restaurants, food trucks, and bars along South Lamar […]
When dining in Austin, one of the biggest questions is always: What are the best restaurants in Austin — those essential dining destinations that should not be missed? Eater Austin has the answer. The Eater 38 map strives to show diners where to eat across the Texas city, with restaurant recommendations fit for any situation. […]
Austin is a great city for day drinking during the a.m. and early p.m. hours outside of your own home. The city’s daytime bars are perfect for any daylight drinking situation, whether you’re looking to work outside with a friend or by yourself, grab a drink after an overnight shift, or just hang out with […]
The ever-growing city of Austin is the epicenter of oak-smoked barbecue and the lovely foothold of Tex-Mex fare. There are just so many restaurants and food trucks taking advantage of the surprisingly abundant bounty the hot climate provides. This guide cuts through all the noise out there, delivering you straight to the heart of the […]
When Poeta, the Italian restaurant from chefs Ian Thurwachter and Krystal Craig, announced its closure mere days after receiving a Michelin Recommendation, worried diners should have anticipated greater plans were in the works. Poeta is moving into the East Austin Hotel at 1108 East 6th Street, taking over both the hotel’s restaurant and bar spaces […]
In chef Amr Hammad’s dreams, there are visions of dim lighting, dark wood tables, a stainless steel kitchen, and, near the hostess stand, a photo of his family under the Palestinian flag. “Right now, people associate Palestine with war and rubble,” he says. “You wouldn’t hear ‘Palestine’ and think of white tablecloths and formal place […]
As the clock winds down on 2025, Austin turns up the volume on its vibrant nightlife to deliver an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration. Whether you’re sipping cocktails at lively rooftops, dancing at the city’s hottest venues, or indulging in a gourmet feast, Austin’s eclectic mix of nightlife and dining spots guarantees an epic send-off […]
After a long history of covering City Hall, Travis County and the like, the Austin Monitor stopped publishing in October 2025 to pursue a new project: Austin Current. For the foreseeable future, the Monitor will live on as a searchable archive, open to anyone who needs it. We invite our longtime readers and casual fans […] The post Our last update: Everything you need to know appeared first on Austin Monitor.
Nearly three years after the city approved funding to upgrade the Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex, the project remains incomplete. The wait for new theater seating to complete the upgrade has been pushed back to at least summer 2026 amid departmental transitions and procurement delays. The delay extends a yearslong effort to modernize the sizable East […] The post Millennium seating setback spotlights uncertain future for East Austin hub appeared first on Austin Monitor.
In August of 2023, after three years of planning and many thousands of dollars, City Council was forced to scrap its comprehensive Zilker Park Vision Plan, amid a bitter battle waged by detractors and the park’s surrounding residents. But the million or so visitors to the park have not flagged in the years since, and […] The post Erosion issues persist in Zilker Park amid limited resources appeared first on Austin Monitor.
Although Austin has fewer overall automobile crashes than other major Texas cities, the percentage of crashes involving serious injury or death of a pedestrian is still at the same rate — 27.9 percent– as other large Texas cities. That is one conclusion of the special report from the Austin City Auditor’s Office. Council members Zo […] The post Report shows pedestrian crash deaths in Austin have not decreased appeared first on Austin Monitor.
Austin’s most famous trail is on track to get a $25 million upgrade. A new boardwalk is planned for the south shore of Lady Bird Lake, replacing a cramped section of the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail between South First Street and Congress Avenue. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is paying […] The post City document reveals new details on $25 million boardwalk on Lady Bird Lake appeared first on Austin Monitor.
The Downtown Commission is asking City Council to reject new height limits for downtown towers and, instead, replace the city’s Downtown Density Bonus Program with a funding system tied to future property-tax revenue. Their recommendation, which was approved last week, contrasts with the Planning Commission’s call a day earlier to set a 700-foot cap in […] The post Downtown Commission rejects downtown height limits, supports housing funding shift appeared first on Austin Monitor.
Between the I-35 expansion, MoPac construction, and the general growing pains of the metroplex beyond its transportation infrastructure’s capacity, Travis County Judge Andy Brown has long advocated for the need for commuter rail between Austin and San Antonio. On Tuesday, the Travis County Commissioners Court took its first step towards making that a reality, approving […] The post Travis County approves study on passenger rail between Austin and San Antonio appeared first on Austin Monitor.
At their most-recent meeting, City Council’s Mobility Committee heard a presentation from Assistant City Manager Michael Rogerson the burgeoning air taxi industry, which Rogers framed as an emerging issue for city transportation. “As a matter of fact, we’ve had these (vehicles) here in Austin, at South by Southwest,” Rogers said, referring to test flights hosted […] The post Will Austin embrace air taxis? appeared first on Austin Monitor.
Gov. Greg Abbott says he’s using state police to clear homeless encampments across Austin – including on parks and trails maintained and owned by the city. That was news to Austin Mayor Kirk Watson. Watson said Tuesday that the order from the governor came, partly, as a shock – and it came as Austin was rolling out […] The post Austin wasn’t warned that state police would be clearing homeless camps on city land, mayor says appeared first on Austin Monitor.
Travis County Judge Andy Brown and Mayor Kirk Watson held a joint news conference Monday to announce that each had signed disaster declarations related to wildfire risk. “On Friday I signed a disaster declaration,” Brown said. “It will allow Travis County to proactively access resources, streamline emergency coordination (and) reinforce wildfire prevention efforts.” According to […] The post Brown, Watson sign wildfire disaster declarations appeared first on Austin Monitor.
A small parcel in the Hancock neighborhood may see more intense zoning in the future after winning an endorsement from the Planning Commission during their September 23 meeting. Property owners are seeking a change from multifamily residence-limited density, or MF-1, to multifamily residence-medium density, or MF-3, at 3305 and 3303 Duval Street and 501 and […] The post Planning Commission recommends multifamily upzoning in Hancock appeared first on Austin Monitor.
Travis County elections officials estimate only about 25% of registered voters will cast a ballot this fall, keeping with the trend of lower voter turnout on off-year elections. But, that doesn’t mean there aren’t important issues to weigh in on. This guide is here to help inform you about what is on your ballot and […] The post Early voting in Travis County has begun. Here’s what you need to know before you head to the polls. appeared first on Austin Monitor.
Paseo, the 557-unit downtown Austin apartment tower now rising on Rainey Street that just happened to receive its name from yours truly, has officially reached its maximum height. The building’s development team, including its general contractors at JE Dunn Construction and developers LV Collective, celebrated this “topping out” milestone last Friday, sending a flag up the tower crane and signing the...
A 14-story hotel tower containing a Home2 Suites by Hilton is planned on the north edge of downtown Austin near the southeast corner of Guadalupe Street and West Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, according to recent permit applications with the City of Austin. The project by Houston-based management firm PA Hospitality is expected to rise...
There are very few aspects of Austin’s ongoing process of urban development more personally satisfying to me than the slow densification of the north side of town, which is where I spent most of my time growing up. That scene in Office Space where Peter and his coworkers walk across an empty retention pond between parking lots on their...
The rezoning application for a Northwest Austin office park containing three separate buildings and a parking structure on a site spanning more than 12 acres at the northwest corner of Steck Avenue and the MoPac Expressway frontage road is moving forward this week. The request for vertical mixed-use zoning at the property under the city’s new DB90 bonus program by...
An apartment project planned by Austin’s own Endeavor Real Estate Group at a 4.3-acre collection of properties located at the corner of Braker and Kramer Lanes could continue the ongoing urbanization of the North Burnet region near hotspots like the Domain and Q2 Stadium. It’s great news for future residents of the project’s anticipated 396...
The 56-story Modern Austin Residences condo tower project celebrated its official “topping out” this week, with the building now reaching its maximum structural height of 658 feet at the northeast corner of Davis and Rainey Streets on the north end of the Rainey Street District in downtown Austin. It’s just one of multiple tower projects currently redefining the skyline of this neighborhood, which already contains...
For decades, residents of the Govalle neighborhood in East Austin have enjoyed a grove of roughly 75 pecan trees planted in an unusually neat orchard-like grid on undeveloped land at 1129 Tillery Street, the site serving the community as an ad hoc neighborhood park and also supplying a healthy crop of pecans for pies and pralines. The city-owned site...
The 13-story hotel planned as part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection brand by local hospitality firm White Lodging could kick off demolition and construction at the southwest corner of East Fifth and Trinity Streets in downtown Austin before the end of the year, according to recent city permit documents, with demolition and site prep work currently scheduled to...
The long and winding road to the City of Austin’s development of a roughly 19-acre land assembly in the historic St. John neighborhood with mixed-income housing and park space only has a few twists and turns left. You’ll agree that’s good news considering the timeline at play here — the adjacent tracts at 7211 and 7309 North Interstate 35, once respectively occupied by a Home...
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