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Falling Glass Panels Cause Road Closures in Downtown Austin

News Summary In Downtown Austin, emergency services responded to a road closure caused by falling glass panels from a high-rise…

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Luxurious Estate in Austin Hits Market for $25.5 Million

News Summary A stunning estate in Austin, Texas, previously owned by Torchy's Tacos founder Mike Rypka, is now available for…

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Saronic Technologies Secures $600 Million in Funding

News Summary Saronic Technologies, a Texas-based unmanned watercraft company, has raised $600 million in Series C funding, increasing its valuation…

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Austin Pauses $10 Million Art Contracts for Local Review

News Summary Austin's City Council has paused three significant public art contracts worth over $10 million, intended for installations at…

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University of Austin Opens Doors to New Era in Education

News Summary The University of Austin officially opened on November 8, 2021, offering a unique educational model emphasizing traditional values…

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University of Austin Opens Its Doors in Texas

News Summary The University of Austin has officially launched in Texas, founded by Pano Kanelos, who aims to transform higher…

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FAA Lifts Ground Stop at Austin-Bergstrom Airport Amid Staffing Concerns

News Summary The Federal Aviation Administration lifted a ground stop for flights at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport after staffing issues caused…

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Austin ISD Begins Construction on Langford Elementary

News Summary The Austin Independent School District has kicked off construction on Langford Elementary School, part of a $2.4 billion…

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Austin Faces Budget Challenges and Cuts Amid Economic Uncertainty

News Summary Austin is facing significant budget challenges as it prepares for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budgeting process. City departments…

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Austin City Council to Review $10.6 Million Art Contracts

News Summary The Austin City Council will vote on three art contracts totaling $10.6 million for the expansion of the…

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