Austin's City Council Reconvenes To Debate HOME Initiative and Lot Size Reductions for Affordable Housing
Austin City Council debates the HOME initiative aiming to reduce minimum lot size for homes, potentially increasing affordable housing but changing neighborhood dynamics. Public hearings are underway with a pivotal session scheduled for April 23.
San Marcos Hikes Parking Fines to Boost Traffic Flow and Safety, Discounts for Prompt Payment
San Marcos is increasing parking fines effective April 19 to improve traffic and safety, with penalties starting at $50 for minor violations and reaching $500 for major ones, like misusing disabled parking spots.
Tesla Supercharges Central Texas Economy, Cultivates Austin's Tech Dominance with Job Surge and $4.38B Gigafactory Investment
Tesla Inc. is expanding in Central Texas and may soon become the top private employer in the area, with a significant investment in the Austin suburb of Hutto and over 22,000 employees.
Texas Cities Surge in Growth, With Kyle and Georgetown Leading the Charge
Kyle, Texas, emerges as the nation's third fastest-growing city, with Georgetown leading as the state's fastest-growing city amid a statewide growth surge highlighted by eight Texas cities ranking among the quickest expanding in the U.S.