Elon Musk's companies, SpaceX and The Boring Co., reached an agreement with Bastrop and Corix to address wastewater concerns, easing local environmental fears.

Austin-based ICON debuts advanced construction tech at SXSW, including a robotic system that reduces homebuilding costs, a digital catalog of printable designs, and a low-carbon building system, aiming to revolutionize the real estate industry.

The University of Texas is demolishing the Frank Erwin Center, an iconic venue, with most materials being recycled for future medical facility development.

Austin received a $105.2 million federal grant for a green space project over I-35, aiming to connect split communities and improve pedestrian/bike access.

Austin's iconic Deep Eddy Pool has reopened after repairs, with operational hours for both lap swimming and recreational use announced ahead of spring break. The city is also hiring lifeguards for the upcoming summer season.

Texas is seeing film industry growth with two major studio projects in Austin. One project is a 600-acre studio in Bastrop by Line 204 and a second 200-acre project in San Marcos, both aimed at boosting local economy and job creation.

Austin City Council is seeking a federal grant to fund restoration of the aging Barton Springs Bridge, with the potential to receive $32 million of the estimated $40 million project cost.

Dick Clark + Associates plans to build three affordable homes on a single lot in East Austin, utilizing Austin's new HOME Initiative to address the city's housing affordability issue.

The Austin Police and Hyundai are offering a free anti-theft software upgrade for Hyundai vehicles to combat a surge in thefts linked to a social media challenge.

The San Marcos City Council approved a tax incentive deal for a new Buc-ee’s travel center, adding jobs and tax revenue, despite some concerns over employee treatment and market distortion.

The Loretta, a new affordable apartment complex with 137 units, has opened in Northwest Austin to serve families earning below 60% of the median income.

The city of Cedar Park celebrates the completion of the Anderson Mill Road Phase 2 project, which expands the road, adds lanes, and improves drainage, sidewalks, and traffic signals.

University of Texas at Austin students form a tenants' union to address housing challenges amidst soaring rents and a lack of affordable options in the city.