City of Austin staff recommend $700 million bond for 2026 vote
An initial recommendation for a roughly $700 million general obligation bond from city staff offers an early look…
Austin officer named in excessive force suit had pattern of complaints
A man arrested for jaywalking in 2024 has sued the Austin Police Department for excessive force. American-Statesman An…
Last minute tips, money saving tricks and alternatives to get ready for Houston winter freeze
HOUSTON – The countdown is on, Houston. Onset of the winter freeze is in sight and time is…
Expert tips and essential car emergency kit for safe winter driving
HOUSTON – As Houston braces for treacherous winter weather this Sunday, experts warn that driving conditions could become…
Waterloo Ice House celebrates 50th anniversary with Austin Beerworks collaboration
Waterloo Ice House has served the Austin community since its opening in 1976 and is celebrating the occasion…
Austin City Council members move to ease proposed spending rules
Austin City Council members have formally proposed changes to Mayor Kirk Watson’s plan to tighten spending rules for…
Houston road crews rely on brine to keep roads clear from ice. Will it work this time?
HOUSTON – As Houston braces for an incoming winter storm this weekend, transportation officials warn that standard road…
How your council members voted
The Austin City Council opens 2026 on Thursday with its first meeting of the year. Before the gavel…
Pigs tear up yards, dodge capture in Spring
SPRING, Texas – A peculiar problem is plaguing residents in northwest Harris County: pigs on the loose and…
Plano Chamber hosts forum for City Council Place 7 candidates
The Plano Chamber of Commerce hosted a candidate forum for the open City Council Place 7 seat on…
Texas Disposal Systems to close Eco Depot, transfer station in Bee Cave
The final day of operation for the Texas Disposal Systems Bee Cave Transfer Station and Eco Depot is…
Austin’s long-delayed light rail project wins key federal approval
An ambitious plan to run a light rail line through the heart of Austin cleared a major federal…