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Austin’s beloved Puppy Bowl is back on Saturday, February 7, bringing a full lineup of family‑friendly fun to the Austin Humane Society.
An 84-year-old woman was killed in a trailer home fire in Milam County early Tuesday morning, according to the county's sheriff's office said.
Mayor Kirk Watson said Austin is the envy of the world, and it'll remain that way by preparing for the future.
Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra said on Tuesday he is calling on the District Attorney’s Office to investigate after a brawl between students an adult man ensued during a confrontation at Monday’s student-led protest in Buda.
The Texas Science and Natural History Museum has unveiled a major upgrade to its basement exhibit, transforming it into an immersive prehistoric world filled with new lighting, sound, animations and interactive features. Visitors can explore Texas fossils—from ancient cats to marine predators—and engage with hands‑on displays, including a survival game developed at UT Austin. Museum staff say the goal is to help students connect with deep time and see how science evolves with new discoveries.
The Swishahouse label founder died Friday at the age of 52.
Austin police said officers have arrested a man they believe stole a "large amount of cash" from the Austin Telco Federal Credit Union last Wednesday.
The first husband of former first lady Jill Biden has been charged with killing his wife at their Delaware home in late December, authorities announced in a news release Tuesday.
"We hope we are," Sheriff Nanos said Tuesday when asked whether authorities believed they were looking for someone who is still alive.
Applications will close March 17, with funding notifications sent to families beginning in early April. The rollout follows a years-long battle at the Capitol and marks a major victory for...
Nearly 30 local organizations have been awarded funding through a $1.3 million grant from the City of Austin’s Climate Action and Resilience Office.
The former Austin and Houston chief says agents should “get back to what they know to be appropriate tactics and appropriate processes and focusing on dangerous criminals instead of going...
A new comprehensive analysis of state data shows Texas prisons get so hot in summer that temperatures there would routinely violate state standards for other types of lockups. The state...
In Kerr County, the July 4 flood is expected to quadruple serious emotional disturbances in children and more than triple adult PTSD cases this year.
Texas sets temperature standards for county jails and even animal shelters. But state prisons have no enforceable heat limits – despite documented heat-related deaths and triple-digit temperatures inside some facilities. A new...
A Round Rock resident claimed the first of four top prizes worth $1 million in the Texas Lottery scratch ticket game 200X The Cash, according to the Texas Lottery.
Democrat Taylor Rehmet flipped a Texas Senate seat in deep-red Tarrant County over the weekend. Now, the surprising win is raising alarms for Republicans in Texas — and beyond —...
The Georgetown Independent School District Board of Trustees approved changes for the 2026-2027 school year, including delaying the opening of two campuses, implementing a new bell and bus schedule, and approving a new academic calendar.
Despite a chilly start with a patchy freeze on Thursday morning, a significant warm-up is coming. -- Nick Bannin
Buda Police said it was notified that students from Moe and Gene Johnson High School were holding a protest at RM 967.
Tesla's autonomous vehicle, Robotaxi, has completed some of its first fully unsupervised rides in Austin, Texas. A self-proclaimed AV enthusiast, David Moss, documented his experience on social media. Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, stated that the company has been testing their Robotaxis without a safety monitor in Austin and that the amount of autonomy and city's set to see Robotaxis will increase dramatically every month.
A temporary wastewater line tied to the I‑35 Capital Express Central project will cut through the recently expanded Festival Beach Food Forest, according to volunteers who say they were caught off guard by a January 6 email from TxDOT.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said on Monday he is demanding that Austin Independent School District provide its policies related to allowing students to leave campus after district officials let students leave school to attend an anti-ICE protest.
Federal authorities say a Texas man helped orchestrate a health care fraud scheme that billed Medicare billions of dollars for medical equipment such as orthotic braces, glucose monitors, urinary catheters, and wound dressings that patients often did not need and, in many cases, never received, according to a U.S. District Court criminal complaint uncovered by KXAN investigators.
Perhaps the biggest change, as far as football is concerned, is the district placement for Lake Travis and Westlake. The powerhouse programs are now out of an Austin-based district and will compete against five Round Rock high schools in District 25-6A. That's a 7-team district with Round Rock, McNeil, Stony Point, Westwood and Cedar Ridge. The Chaparrals and Cavaliers were in a 9-team district during the last 2-year time block.
50 community parks will add new amenities and renovations from state grant program money.
Nelson’s Austin homecoming and label change opened up new avenues for creative autonomy.
Voters get to decide who will appear on the November ballot for a range of elected offices, from governor to the U.S. House and Senate.
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 January […]
The preemptive declaration will establish a joint Texas New World Screwworm Response Team.
The complex is among a handful of similarly colossal ventures announced during 2025 that have made Texas the global epicenter of a gas power buildout.
The Houston-centered congressional seat has been vacant for the past 332 days, since the death of U.S. Rep. Sylvester Turner.
Mental health struggles in older adults are sometimes brushed off or just considered a normal part of aging.
A surprise Democratic victory in a historically red North Texas Senate district is drawing national attention, with Taylor Rehmet’s huge win over a Trump-backed Republican in District 9 stunning party leaders. Meanwhile,...
With ballots tallied from all but a handful of voting centers, Rehmet had 57% of the vote, besting the 43% for his GOP opponent, Leigh Wambsganss, who had a massive...
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Serving the UT community for almost 10 years, UT Outpost broadens its impact and reach at its new location in the heart of the Forty Acres. The post UT Outpost Opens New Location in Student Services Building appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
With midterm elections approaching, Texas Republicans are publicly questioning ICE’s tactics following deadly and controversial enforcement actions. Analysts say the rhetoric reflects growing political vulnerability rather than a true break...
A professor says he’s speaking up for others “deathly afraid” of losing their jobs or being targeted by state leadership.
The Trump administration’s push for mass deportations and removing protections for “sensitive locations” resonates decades after Bowie High School students sued the Border Patrol over racial profiling and won.
At Banana Phone, Austin comedians do one minute of standup. Then the entire crowd heckles and roasts them.
As one of only 15 NIA-funded Centers on the Demography and Economics of Aging in the United States, the renewal solidifies UT's role as a national leader in aging and population health research. The post UT Center on Aging and Population Sciences Awarded 6-Year Grant Renewal to Accelerate Research, Expand Trainings appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
For the first time, students from a single law school claimed the top three spots in the annual Paper Chase Legal Writing Competition. The post Texas Trio Sweeps Statewide Writing Competition for Law Students appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
A study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), “Symmetry-protected topological polarons,” uncovers an unexpected layer of structure in one of the most common quasiparticles in solid-state physics: the polaron. The post New Findings Reshape How Scientists Understand Microscopic Behavior of Materials Used in Electronics Devices appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
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 […]
Students will be able to explore Jewish thought, Western civilization, and modern Israel through new courses and a study abroad program in Israel, with merit-based scholarships available for exceptional students. The post UT Launches Ackerman Program on Jewish and Western Civilization, Rosenthal-Levy Scholars appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
The annual Robot Parade showcases the program’s innovative research across robotics The post Marching Forward: How UT is Shaping the Future of Robotics appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
How TACC is helping shape the next generation of computational scientists at UT Austin The post Scaling Up Computing Education in a Time of AI appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
AI is powerful, but it's not magic. Here's what it can do and where it falls short.
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. […]
Stacy Nguyen discusses the impact of her internship experiences on her art and her life. The post Classroom to Career: How One Graduate Found Her Path Through UT’s Arts Programs appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
AUSTIN, Texas — The University of Texas at Austin plans to launch two new undergraduate majors in the School of Civic Leadership that will teach students about the founding ideas of Western civilization and prepare them with the knowledge and judgment to strategically defend America’s interests in a complex world. A $10 million grant from […] The post UT To Launch New Strategy and Statecraft, Great Books Majors With NEH Grant appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
The UT Austin physicist was one of two scientists to win the international prize in the category of basic sciences. The post Allan MacDonald Wins Frontiers of Knowledge Award appeared first on UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin.
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 […]
Something’s underway in Copano Bay, an estuary west of Rockport. It’s a transformation spurred by a family of conservationists is rewiring brains and palates around Texas. No, Gulf oysters aren’t awful — some of them can be quite good. Texas was the last coastal state in the nation to legalize oyster mariculture, passing a crucial bill […]
While the Pullman Market is relatively new to the Pearl District, the specialty grocer,  whole animal butcher, sourdough bakery, chef supply shop, and food hall housed in the former Samuels Glass Co. building already feels like it’s been part of the neighborhood’s rhythm for years. A milestone development from Austin-based Emmer & Rye Hospitality that […]
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 . . .   Become a patron to get the full story and gain access to TOWERS' archive....
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
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 . . .   Become...
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
On July 19, 1976, University of Florida graduates Jerry Strader and Scott Leist opened the first Conans Pizza at 29th and Guadalupe Streets near the University of Texas, instantly winning over pizza-starved students and everyone else with its Chicago-inspired deep-dish pan pies and strangely compelling whole wheat crust. Despite the closure of that original location in 2018, Conans...
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