Austin City Council considering expansion of wildfire risk map
Under the proposed map, 51% of the city would be considered at risk of wildfire damage. That's compared to 38% in the current ...
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New zoning could support expansion of Austin’s life sciences sector
A new designation for the life sciences sector is meant to support biotech, medical and other research activity in Austin.
Which parks in Austin see the most crime? New data reveals where police are seeing the surge
AUSTIN, Texas — Austin officials are ramping up efforts to combat a surge in car break-ins at popular parks and greenbelts.
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In Texas, ‘water is the new oil’ as cities square off over aquifers that may soon dry out
Two cities and the Texas A&M University System are suing to stop a project that would pump up to 89 million gallons per day ...
Austin isn’t fully prepared for extreme heat, city report says
The city of Austin has been found to not be fully prepared to combat heat, which is responsible for more deaths than any ...
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Austin city council approves animal services strategic plan
“In alignment with our commitment to animal welfare and serving the residents of the City of Austin and unincorporated Travis County, the plan outlines six key focus areas: Humane Care, Spay ...
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Bills would remove restrictions on site of 'world-class' UT medical complex in downtown Austin
The University of Texas at Austin and MD Anderson Cancer Center plan to build two new hospital towers in the downtown ...
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Austin churches answer prayers for affordable housing – by building it themselves
As faith organizations across the city watch their congregations dwindle, some are wondering if their property could be used ...
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Austin Neighborhoods
Although Austin doesn't have officially designated districts, different areas of the city do display distinct personalities. However, a love for music and an adoration of outdoor activity are the ...