Austin Current
Critics have long wanted an audit of City Hall. Now Austin's mayor does too
With a tight budget, Austin Mayor Kirk Watson wants audits, spending limits and new bond guidelines. Critics say the reforms lack independence and restraint.
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8mWithout bond funding, park advocates warn Austin pools could close. Council votes Tuesday.
Austin City Council will likely decide Tuesday whether to call a bond election as parks advocates warn more funding is needed to address aging facilities.
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10mAustin ISD trustees vote to close Paredes Middle School just weeks before school starts
Austin ISD leaders unveiled the proposal last week, pointing to low academic growth. Students will be reassigned to Bailey and Mendez middle schools.
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5mWhy this new affordable condo community in East Austin only has one parking spot
Austin's Ivory condo complex redefines urban living as the city's first carless development, prioritizing affordability and walkability by removing onsite parking to maximize space for residents.
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7mAustin ISD saw a spike in student safety alerts. The reason may surprise you.
Researchers say Texas’ cell phone ban may have shifted student behavior onto monitored school devices.
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7mAs bus drivers threaten to strike, CapMetro board member urges more pressure on management
Austin bus drivers threaten a strike as contract negotiations stall, with scrutiny mounting over CapMetro’s role in setting the financial boundaries for private contractor Keolis.