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fromAustin Monitor
17 hours ago

To slash costs, Austin will decide whether to cut firefighter staffing below national standards - Austin Monitor

"So they're calling people back, which doesn't give time for people to actually rest and actually recharge their battery."
Austin
#homeownership
fromSFGATE
1 day ago
Austin

The Popular Texas City Where You'll Save the Most by Renting vs. Buying

fromSFGATE
2 days ago
Real estate

32% of Homeowners in Austin, Texas Will Benefit From the New SALT Deduction Changes

fromSFGATE
1 day ago
Austin

The Popular Texas City Where You'll Save the Most by Renting vs. Buying

fromSFGATE
2 days ago
Real estate

32% of Homeowners in Austin, Texas Will Benefit From the New SALT Deduction Changes

fromTasting Table
4 days ago

An Austin Strip Mall Hides A Fantasy Cave Serving Vintage Tiki Drinks And Japanese Specialties - Tasting Table

Tiki Tatsu-Ya in Austin is a hidden gem located in a strip mall, offering an immersive experience with its tropical décor and eclectic themed tables, creating an island fantasy atmosphere.
Austin
#waymo
Toronto startup
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How Austin became the robotaxi capital of America

Austin is becoming a hub for robotaxi companies as autonomous vehicle technology matures and regulations become more favorable.
Toronto startup
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How Austin became the robotaxi capital of America

Austin is becoming a hub for robotaxi companies as autonomous vehicle technology matures and regulations become more favorable.
#historic-preservation
fromAustin Monitor
1 week ago
Renovation

Convention Center redevelopment explores options for two Downtown landmarks in its path - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
1 week ago
Renovation

Convention Center redevelopment explores options for two Downtown landmarks in its path - Austin Monitor

#urban-planning
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

City eyes expanded district plan for downtown and beyond - Austin Monitor

Austin is overhauling its Downtown Plan to create a more integrated urban strategy.
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

City eyes expanded district plan for downtown and beyond - Austin Monitor

Austin is overhauling its Downtown Plan to create a more integrated urban strategy.
#demographics
fromAustin Monitor
1 week ago
Austin

Austin growth is slowing, increasingly driven by international migration, as Hispanic and Black residents leave - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
1 week ago
Austin

Austin's growth is slowing, increasingly driven by international migration, as Hispanic and Black residents leave - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
1 week ago
Austin

Austin growth is slowing, increasingly driven by international migration, as Hispanic and Black residents leave - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
1 week ago
Austin

Austin's growth is slowing, increasingly driven by international migration, as Hispanic and Black residents leave - Austin Monitor

#robotaxi
Toronto startup
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Elon Musk says long-awaited test of Tesla robotaxi on track to launch by end of June

Tesla plans to test its robotaxi service in Austin by the end of June, starting with 10 cars, expanding to 1,000 soon after.
Toronto startup
fromInsideEVs
1 month ago

Tesla's Robotaxis Are Finally Testing Without A Safety Driver: Musk

Tesla is set to launch its robotaxi service in June, with extensive testing ongoing and no reported incidents.
Cars
fromInsideEVs
1 month ago

Tesla's Robotaxi Service Is Coming To Austin On June 12: Report

Tesla is launching its driverless ride-hailing service in Austin, Texas, marking a significant shift towards self-driving taxis.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
2 months ago

USDOT Secretary visits Tesla Giga Texas, hints at national autonomous vehicle standards

Tesla is launching a limited Robotaxi fleet in Austin, focusing on a safe, controlled rollout.
Toronto startup
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Elon Musk says long-awaited test of Tesla robotaxi on track to launch by end of June

Tesla plans to test its robotaxi service in Austin by the end of June, starting with 10 cars, expanding to 1,000 soon after.
Toronto startup
fromInsideEVs
1 month ago

Tesla's Robotaxis Are Finally Testing Without A Safety Driver: Musk

Tesla is set to launch its robotaxi service in June, with extensive testing ongoing and no reported incidents.
Cars
fromInsideEVs
1 month ago

Tesla's Robotaxi Service Is Coming To Austin On June 12: Report

Tesla is launching its driverless ride-hailing service in Austin, Texas, marking a significant shift towards self-driving taxis.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
2 months ago

USDOT Secretary visits Tesla Giga Texas, hints at national autonomous vehicle standards

Tesla is launching a limited Robotaxi fleet in Austin, focusing on a safe, controlled rollout.
#public-safety
#bond-election
fromAustin Monitor
1 week ago

Urban Transportation Commission calls on city to narrow traffic lanes - Austin Monitor

"What (the researchers) attributed that to is that 12 feet is wide enough that you start having very high speeds, but it's not quite wide enough to have what we would call 'forgiving infrastructure.'"
Austin
#art
fromEater
2 weeks ago

We, As Kitsch-Lovers, Approve of OLIPOP's New Retro-Cool Hotel Rooms

OLIPOP has launched a series of retro-inspired, themed hotel rooms in Austin, Texas, offering a nostalgic experience through immersive soda-inspired suites representing different decades.
Travel
#city-council
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Plans for parks over I-35 collide with Austin's cash crunch - Austin Monitor

Austin's plan for highway caps requires tough financial choices to prevent long-term financial strain.
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Plans for parks over I-35 collide with Austin's cash crunch - Austin Monitor

Austin's plan for highway caps requires tough financial choices to prevent long-term financial strain.
fromAustin Monitor
3 weeks ago

Audit: Economic official granted arts, music funding against city code - Austin Monitor

The former director of the Economic Development Department authorized grant awards that violated city code restrictions, permitting the overlap of funding for arts organizations.
Austin
#elon-musk
fromAustin Monitor
4 weeks ago

Austin is losing even more water to leaky city pipes than previously thought - Austin Monitor

Austin has recorded increased water losses due to leaks, with nearly 9.3 billion gallons lost last year, marking a significant rise of 31%.
Austin
#zoning
fromwww.7x7.com
1 month ago

A Modern Guide to Austin, Texas: Best BBQ, Top Music Festivals + Ellsworth Kelly's Iconic Rainbow Chapel

Austin, Texas, affectionately known as the live music capital of the world, offers a blend of culture, food, and unique boutique accommodations, alongside its vibrant start-up scene.
Austin
#urban-development
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago
Online Community Development

Environmental Commission approves heritage tree removal for East Austin housing project - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago
Online Community Development

Environmental Commission approves heritage tree removal for East Austin housing project - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago
Austin

Jobs and redevelopment take center stage in annual economic development report - Austin Monitor

The Economic Development Department supported over 27,000 jobs and invested over $54 million in fiscal year 2024.
#affordable-housing
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago
NYC real estate

As Acacia Cliffs rezoning is approved, Critics say Council has sold out on its affordability commitments - Austin Monitor

Austin
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Austin is leading the affordable housing boom. It's still not enough

Austin's building boom continues, with a notable rise in affordable housing amidst rapid population growth.
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago
NYC real estate

As Acacia Cliffs rezoning is approved, Critics say Council has sold out on its affordability commitments - Austin Monitor

#real-estate
fromSFGATE
2 months ago
LA real estate

Exclusive Surf Club Community in Austin Draws A-List Buyers, Including Matthew McConaughey and Drew Brees

fromSFGATE
2 months ago
LA real estate

Exclusive Surf Club Community in Austin Draws A-List Buyers, Including Matthew McConaughey and Drew Brees

fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

Austin food trucks no longer have to move trailers for health and safety inspections - Austin Monitor

The new health safety inspection program allows food truck owners in Austin to avoid costly closures by getting on-site inspections, supporting local businesses.
Portland food
LA food
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Is the No. 1 City in the U.S. for BBQ, According to Yelp

Austin is recognized as the top city for barbecue in the U.S. by Yelp, highlighting its quality meats and diverse offerings.
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

City saves $2.5M by electrifying fleet with plans to nearly double EV count by 2030 - Austin Monitor

Austin's electrified fleet plans to double its size by 2030, targeting $2.5 million in savings and significant emissions reductions.
Alternative transportation
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

Austin has paid out $27 million to people injured by police during 2020 racial justice protests - Austin Monitor

Austin has settled nearly $30 million related to police misconduct lawsuits following protests after George Floyd's death, primarily due to injuries from 'less-lethal' ammunition.
Austin
#public-health
#levitation-festival
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

Downtown report: Office vacancies up, infrastructure growth continues - Austin Monitor

Jenell Moffett, chief impact officer for DAA, told Austin Monitor that while the office market has cooled, several major public infrastructure projects totaling more than $20 billion are moving forward at full speed.
Toronto startup
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

Austin gas rates are up and they're set to go higher. Here's why. - Austin Monitor

Austin's recent gas rate hike stemmed from Texas Gas Service's need for more money for infrastructure and guaranteed returns for investors, exacerbated by inflation.
Austin
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

The wild story of how gut health AI toilet startup Throne raised $4M led by Moxxie | TechCrunch

Throne is revolutionizing home health monitoring with an AI-powered device that integrates humor and technology, securing $4M in seed funding.
Startup companies
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

City opens $5 million grant round for anti-displacement work - Austin Monitor

Housing Department staff explained that the current $5 million solicitation is the final portion of a $15.9 million allocation for fiscal years three through five of the Community Initiated Solutions (CIS) program.
Online Community Development
#community-engagement
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago
Online Community Development

Two Years after the Austin Police Oversight Act passed, Community Police Review Commission finally meets - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago
Online Community Development

Two Years after the Austin Police Oversight Act passed, Community Police Review Commission finally meets - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

CapMetro's Red Line Station near the Domain is back on track, but now double the price - Austin Monitor

As with most construction, costs have escalated significantly post-pandemic," CapMetro's Chief of Staff Cheyenne Conyer explained to the transit agency's board of directors in an email this month. "Additionally, Brandywine approached CapMetro to renegotiate the terms of the original agreement as their post-pandemic financial picture solidified.
Toronto startup
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Zero Waste Advisory Commission discusses rate changes and projects - Austin Monitor

As we've been previously forecasting for Fiscal Year 26...that would be the year that ratepayers...would start to see the impact of the construction of the Northeast Service Center.
Alternative transportation
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Changes on the way for Austin's scooters - Austin Monitor

Joe al-Hajeri emphasized that the city aims for consistent communication with the public about the scooter rental program, indicating responsiveness to ongoing feedback and criticism.
Alternative transportation
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

After court ruling, APD says it won't cite people for small amounts of marijuana - for now - Austin Monitor

"For now, we're still going with the way we were policing before," Davis said.
Austin
#housing
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Austin arts groups facing budget cuts after cancellation of NEA grants - Austin Monitor

"Without the $30,000 there's just no way. I waited because I had to be sure it wasn't spam, then I had to verify it."
Non-profit organizations
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

City and county officials kick off Wildfire Awareness Month - Austin Monitor

As we experienced very vividly over the past few years...weather is intensifying due to climate change, and we have to change how we prepare for these emergencies.
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Homelessness strategy plan calls for $101M in spending from city, partner groups - Austin Monitor

Austin's Homeless Strategy Office is proposing a substantial funding package of nearly $101 million to enhance and sustain the city's homelessness response efforts.
Fundraising
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

City leaders have renewed hope for federal funds for local projects in the 2026 congressional budget - Austin Monitor

Austin’s U.S. Reps. are proceeding with a strategy to resubmit local project funding requests that were previously rejected, aiming for renewed support in FY 2026.
Fundraising
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