Austin News

Doggett, Merkley, and Others Urge EPA For More Aggressive Action Against Plastic Pollution

By Austin News Report | Jul 3, 2023

On June 27, U.S. Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-Austin), Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR), and 65 Members urged the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael S. Regan to do more to reduce plastic waste and pollution and prevent microplastics from entering our waterways.

Adding Affordable Housing Units - Austin Housing Finance Corporation Celebrates Multi-Family Acquisition

By Austin News Report | Jul 2, 2023

The City of Austin Housing Department announces a multi-family portfolio acquisition, consisting of seven existing multifamily apartment complexes and a small office building, by the Austin Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC). The acquisition was made in partnership with the Austin Housing Conservancy Fund, which is managed by the non-profit, Affordable Central Texas (ACT).

H-E-B Austin Symphony July 4th Concert & Fireworks Celebration

By Austin News Report | Jul 2, 2023

Join the City of Austin and the Austin Symphony Orchestra this July 4 for the annual H-E-B Austin Symphony July 4th Concert & Fireworks. This event, planned, produced, and performed entirely by the Austin Symphony with the help of its generous sponsors, is complete with a fireworks display over the city skyline backed by symphonic patriotic classics.

APD Detectives Release New Details in Connection to a Roadway Incident

By Austin News Report | Jul 2, 2023

APD Detectives release the description of the other individual involved and the vehicle he was driving. The incident happened on the southbound lanes of the 6200 block of S IH 35.

DSD-Austin Code Cashier Relocating

By Austin News Report | Jul 1, 2023

Austin, Texas – As part of the ongoing merger with the Development Services Department, DSD-Code cashier operations will relocate to the Permitting and Development Center, located at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, on Friday, July 28, 2023. The cashier will continue operations at the current location, 5202 E. Ben White Blvd, Suite 550, until 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 27, and will reopen at the new location on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at 8 a.m.

City of Austin encourages safe practices to beat the heat

By Austin News Report | Jul 1, 2023

As an excessive heat wave continues to affect Central Texas, the City of Austin is encouraging you to practice heat awareness.

Ch-ch-changes coming to AUS

By Austin News Report | Jul 1, 2023

Hey y’all, we’ve got some exciting changes on the horizon! With a record-breaking number of travelers today and expectations of continued growth in the future, we want to make sure your experience at AUS is top-notch. That's why we're prioritizing people-driven design to enhance your journey from start to finish.