Austin homicides fell sharply in five years — experts don’t think it is a coincidence

Austin has successfully built more affordable housing — just not for everyone

Austin's housing boom has helped lower rents for many residents, but city leaders say affordability gaps remain and are reworking policies to better serve lower-income families.

Austin City Council has been voting in secret for years, despite the city’s claims of transparency

Austin Energy reveals City Council has held secret votes for years, shielding officials from public scrutiny regarding a billion-dollar gas generator purchase and sparking legal transparency concerns.

‘Is it SpaceX?’ Travis County Commissioners question Austin’s Dog’s Head plan.

Travis County Commissioners held their first public meeting on Dog’s Head and left with few details about the proposed 2,600-acre project in Southeast Austin

Save Austin Now audit proposal advances despite existing legislation, setting up political clash

A charter amendment requiring recurring City Hall audits is headed to voters, despite assertions that similar legislation is already in place.

East Austin neighborhood's water samples exceed regulatory limits for lead, other heavy metals

A UT Austin study reveals high levels of lead and heavy metals in Austin's Colony neighborhood water, highlighting safety concerns and the high costs residents pay for inadequate service.