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Dog’s Head clears major hurdle as divided Austin council approves financing
Austin City Council approved a key financing agreement for Dog’s Head after hours of contentious public debate.
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5mAustin wants more high-tech jobs to fuel growth. It also wants them to use less water.
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Why Austin ISD wants to close Paredes Middle School, what happens next and what it means for students and staff.
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8m'Worst possible light': Nonprofits challenge Austin audit amid budget debate
A new Austin audit found many nonprofit contracts missed targets, but providers say the report lacked context and used flawed metrics.
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6mAs state takeover pressure mounts, Austin ISD will close another middle school
Austin ISD plans to close Paredes Middle School as the district awaits pivotal state accountability ratings, district leaders announced Wednesday.
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9mWho decides what Austin saves? Inside the battles over the city's historic buildings
Historic Landmark Commissioner Ben Heimsath explains how Austin decides which buildings are worth preserving.