Austin News

Texas lawmaker: George Floyd Act not attempt to 'defund the police'

By John Suayan | Apr 15, 2021

The Texas House of Representatives’ Homeland Security and Public Safety Committee received mostly favorable testimony on March 25 for legislation that bears the name of a 46-year-old black man who died in Minneapolis police custody last May.

Austin to participate in program to help local governments address COVID-19 budget pressures

By John Suayan | Oct 25, 2020

Austin is among 30 U.S. cities selected to participate in a Bloomberg Philanthropies program designed to help local jurisdictions manage budget pressures in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Chamber is accepting nominations for 20th Annual Greater Austin Business Awards

By John Suayan | Jul 26, 2020

The Austin Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its 20th Annual Greater Austin Business Awards.

TABC suspends permits of Austin bars for failing to adhere to COVID-19 protocols

By John Suayan | Jul 3, 2020

The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission suspended the permits of four Austin establishments after undercover operations determined the business failed to following protocols to slow the spread of COVID-19.