The Austin City Council approved an "agrihood" pilot program to integrate agriculture with affordable housing in East Austin, despite some concerns over the term's cultural sensitivity.

The article discusses Texas' initiatives to support its senior citizens during Older Americans Month, with a focus on connection and health, and details upcoming webinars and ongoing services for the elderly.

Manor ISD in Texas is introducing mental health days for employees beginning fall 2024, with full-time staff getting two additional days off and part-time staff receiving days proportionate to their hours.

The Long Center in Austin announces a free summer Drop-In Concert Series featuring local music every Thursday from May 23 to August 15, with a diverse lineup and a new 3D-printed performance pavilion.

UT Austin is proceeding with its commencement despite campus protests, invoking mixed feelings among students, who express both relief and anxiety but overall a determination to celebrate their achievements. A safety plan is in place for the event.

Forbes names UT Austin and Rice University as "New Ivies," highlighting them among 20 schools redefining higher education excellence due to their academic clout and social activism.

The 2024 Austin City Limits Music Festival will feature headliners like Dua Lipa, Chris Stapleton, and Tyler, the Creator among other top and emerging acts. Tickets go on sale May 7.

Five individuals were arrested in Austin amid a surge of fentanyl-laced drug overdoses that led to emergency calls increasing by 1,000% and several deaths.

Texas DPS names Marcos Alonzo as a featured fugitive, offering $4,000 for tips during May. Alonzo, a sex offender, violated registration rules and has a history of related crimes.

Austin Community College student Lorenzo Celli-Vargas, supported by Capital IDEA, is set to graduate from the nursing program and begin a career at Dell Seton.

TPWD invites Texas hunters to comment on proposed deer carcass disposal regulations to combat Chronic Wasting Disease, with suggestions to simplify current processes and encourage voluntary testing.

Governor Greg Abbott addresses Texas' response to severe weather and flooding in East Texas, detailing evacuations, rescues, and resources deployed to aid affected communities.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport celebrates 25 years of live music performances, with over 1,700 shows last year and its 17,500th show upcoming, as part of Austin's vibrant music scene integration into travelers' experiences.