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Top Austin news: Austin traffic worse than Houston's; man charged in crash with scooter rider; more

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Published on July 01, 2019
Top Austin news: Austin traffic worse than Houston's; man charged in crash with scooter rider; morePhoto: Steve/Flickr

Here's what you need to know about what's happening in Austin.

Austin traffic more congested than Houston, survey finds

According to the annual TomTom Traffic Index, Houston's congestion level is 23% while the capital city has a congestion rate of 25%.

Read the full story on KPRC2 / Click2Houston.

Man faces intoxication assault charge in crash with scooter rider 

Jonathan Violante, 24, is charged with intoxication assault after he allegedly ran over a woman riding an electric scooter Saturday afternoon at the intersection of West Fifth Street and North Lamar Boulevard. The woman reportedly suffered a fractured skull.

Read the full story on KVUE.

Austin starts 'digital tip jar' program for local artists

“Tip the Band” will help local musicians earn money via a special device that can accept debit or credit payments.

Read the full story on KVUE.

Woman arrested in alleged arson fire that displaced two families 

A woman has been arrested in connection with what authorities ruled as an arson fire in East Austin early Sunday that left two children with minor burn injuries and displaced two families.

Read the full story on KVUE.

Austin awarded $200,000 grant to preserve affordable housing

Austin and the Housing Conservancy have been awarded a $200,000 grant to preserve affordable housing through the Austin Housing Conservancy Fund.

Read the full story on KVUE.


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