Economy

Austin Advances Rezoning for High-Rise Development on East Riverside Drive

News Summary The Austin City Council has moved forward with a rezoning proposal for a significant development on East Riverside…

1 month ago

Austin City Council Advances Mixed-Use Development Plan

News Summary The Austin City Council is moving forward with an ambitious mixed-use development plan at 200 E. Riverside Drive.…

1 month ago

Capital Metro Faces Fare System Crisis Affecting Passengers

News Summary Capital Metro's fare payment system is experiencing significant issues, leading to frustration among passengers. The new QR code…

1 month ago

Austin Independent School District Joins Teacher Incentive Allotment Program

News Summary The Austin Independent School District has officially joined the Teacher Incentive Allotment program, aiming to increase salaries for…

1 month ago

Austin Faces Uncertainty Over Federal Infrastructure Grants

News Summary Austin's City Council Mobility Committee met to discuss significant federal infrastructure grants amid uncertainties caused by recent executive…

1 month ago

Austin Faces an Unseasonably Cold Spell: What’s Happening?

News Summary Austin has experienced an unseasonably cold winter, with temperatures dropping below freezing multiple mornings. This contrasts sharply with…

1 month ago

Austin Celebrates Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Rating

News Summary Fairmont Austin has been awarded a four-star rating by the Forbes Travel Guide in its 2025 awards list,…

1 month ago

Union Membership Surges in Texas

News Summary Union membership in Texas has reached its highest levels in a decade, driven by a movement advocating for…

2 months ago

Austin Independent School District Faces Financial Crisis

News Summary The Austin Independent School District has announced a districtwide hiring and spending freeze due to a growing financial…

2 months ago

Austin Grapples with School Budget Woes

News Summary Austin Independent School District (AISD) faces a budget deficit soaring from $78 million to $110 million, prompting a…

2 months ago