Austin may raise the personal net wealth eligibility cap for minority and female entrepreneurs seeking city contracts to $2.1 million, to reflect the local economic growth.

Art Acevedo returns as overseer of Austin's Police Department amid concerns from the community and officials, especially from sexual assault survivors.

Texas activates emergency resources ahead of expected heavy rain and flash flooding, with the TDEM urging residents to take precautions and stay off flooded roads.

Austin Community College spent $1.7 million on an unused Virginia data center; no criminal conduct was found in an internal investigation regarding IT department practices.

About 6,000 runners are preparing for a cold 3M Half Marathon in Austin, with temperatures in the 30s, as elite athletes and amateurs alike adjust strategies for the chilly weather.

Austin Community College District opens applications for its Summer 2024 Study Abroad Program for eligible students to experience global cultures while advancing academics.

The UT Longhorns' Sugar Bowl appearance boosted business for Austin bars and restaurants, filling them with fans eager to support their team and enjoy the New Year festivities collectively.

Cap Metro in Austin is boosting safety at transit hubs with more security guards, Public Safety Ambassadors trained by the TSA, and future plans for a Transit Police Department.

Austin City Council approved $3.59 million in heritage preservation grants funded by the Hotel Occupancy Tax for local historic sites and cultural programs.

The Austin Independent School District reduced its special education evaluation backlog by 83%, from 1,780 to 306, thanks to increased staffing and an aggressive evaluation schedule.

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department partnered with Yeti and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to sink over 160 Christmas trees in Granger Lake to create new fish habitats.

Austin is implementing a pilot program with 40 license plate readers to combat crime, following a rise in auto thefts. The APD will install cameras at major intersections, with a reduced data retention time.

The new affordable housing community, The James on Grand Avenue, opens in North Austin, offering 275 units for families with incomes at or below 60% of the median, alongside amenities like a pool and after-school programs.