Austin's airport to add 32 gates as part of expansion

Despite gains, Austin ISD takeover looms as key middle schools post low STAAR results

Burnet, Dobie and Webb middle schools improved on STAAR, according to results released by TEA on Tuesday, but low passing rates keep Austin ISD on the brink of state intervention.

UT fires public radio station leader who challenged university statements about festival security

KUT’s Debbie Hiott believes University of Texas officials terminated her because she publicly pushed back against administration claims that the station’s security plans for an inaugural festival were insufficient.

Austin Wildlife Rescue stops accepting some animals due to screwworm quarantine

Texas officials have quarantined 10 counties to halt the spread of New World screwworm, impacting local wildlife rescues and pet safety protocols for warm-blooded animals across the state.

Austin ISD deficit swells to $95 million as financial cushion shrinks

Austin ISD says its reserves will fall to 10% as trustees weigh deep cuts and face growing public backlash.

Texas high schoolers show gains across all subjects on STAAR tests

Pandemic disruptions put many children behind, but newly released end-of-course results show students making progress.