Austin City Council Votes Against Higher Homestead Exemption Austin City Council made a significant decision on Thursday, May 30, 2024, by voting against increasing the local homestead exemption for homeowners. This means that despite rising property values, Austin residents will not see an additional reduction in their city property taxes that a higher exemption would have provided this year. Understanding the Homestead Exemption Decision The homestead exemption is a critical property tax benefit, reducing the … Read More

Austin Council Shapes Future of McKalla Place The Austin City Council made a significant decision regarding the future of McKalla Place, the land surrounding Q2 Stadium, on March 30, 2022. This pivotal vote paved the way for substantial mixed-use development in North Austin, impacting everything from housing and public green spaces to economic opportunities for residents. McKalla Place: From Vision to Reality For years, the 93-acre McKalla Place site was a central topic in Austin’s … Read More

North Austin Collision Claims Life, Injures One A tragic vehicle collision early Friday morning on North Lamar Boulevard in Austin has resulted in one fatality and left another individual hospitalized with serious injuries. The incident prompted a rapid response from local emergency services and necessitated extensive road closures as authorities initiated a thorough investigation into the circumstances of the crash, impacting early morning commutes across the area. Tragic Details Emerge from North Lamar Scene The … Read More

Shape Travis County’s Mental Health Future Travis County is actively seeking public input to shape the future of mental health and substance use disorder services across the community. This crucial initiative aims to gather feedback from residents, service users, and providers to inform strategic planning and resource allocation for these vital support systems. Your participation is key to ensuring that services are accessible, effective, and truly meet the diverse needs of Austin and surrounding areas. … Read More

PFISD Considers Clear Bag Policy for School Events Pflugerville ISD is currently exploring the implementation of a clear bag policy for all district events, a move aimed at enhancing safety and security for students, staff, and community members. This potential change, discussed by the school board, would bring PFISD in line with a growing trend among school districts in the greater Austin area and across the state. The Push for Enhanced Security The proposal for … Read More

Austin Airport’s Big Plans for the Future Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is embarking on a significant expansion journey, poised to transform its capacity and passenger experience. These ambitious plans, recently unveiled, are critical to supporting Austin’s explosive growth and ensuring the airport can efficiently serve millions of travelers for decades to come. Meeting Austin’s Growth Head-On Austin’s rapid population increase has placed immense pressure on AUS, which was originally designed for a much smaller volume … Read More

Austin Rideshare Union Law: Supreme Court Weighs In Austin’s groundbreaking 2023 ordinance, which aimed to empower rideshare drivers to form collective bargaining organizations, has been deemed “likely illegal” by the Texas Supreme Court. This significant preliminary ruling threatens to dismantle a unique local effort to give gig workers more voice, reinforcing the state’s stance on independent contractor status. Austin’s Effort to Empower Drivers In early 2023, the City of Austin passed Ordinance No. 20230209-026, a … Read More