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Austin moves to No. 11 among US cities

John Moritz — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:53:51 GMT

The U.S. Census Bureau on Thursday validated what most people here had figured out long ago: Austin is among the nation's fastest-growing cities.

Construction to cause delays on MoPac

John Bumgardner — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:32:06 GMT

Traffic on MoPac is about to get a little slower but in the it end will help alleviate drive time in Austin.

Startup helps others map unknown world

Jackie Vega — Tue, 14 May 2013 10:00:17 GMT

A new startup in Austin is helping other small-business entrepreneurs connect with the services, personnel and other networking they need to get up and running.

UT a partner in gaming academy

Tue, 14 May 2013 03:26:16 GMT

The University of Texas and video game industry leaders are teaming up to open a gaming academy beginning in the fall of 2014, the school announced Monday.

Restored chopper helps combat wildfires

Ignacio Garcia — Tue, 14 May 2013 01:16:39 GMT

A refurbished helicopter was introduced as the newest unit in STARFlight's fleet. It will be used to help combat wildfires.

'Revolution' to start filming in Austin

Robert Maxwell — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:58:17 GMT

The NBC drama " Revolution" will move its production to Austin for the second season of filming.

Session In-Depth: Perry and gun makers

John Moritz — Sun, 12 May 2013 18:12:39 GMT

Reaching out to companies that make weapons and weapons parts in the aftermath of mass shootings is part of a strategy to bring in more jobs, Gov. Rick Perry says.

Work to start on new downtown library

Fri, 10 May 2013 15:44:22 GMT

It will include an atrium, a street-level cafe, "reading porches" that overlook Shoal Creek and Lady Bird Lake and a rooftop garden.

25 responders get hazmat training

Ignacio Garcia — Wed, 08 May 2013 23:14:44 GMT

Hazmat teams representing emergency responders across Central Texas huddled in Cedar Park for their monthly training.

Website matches up cyclists to ride out

Sophia Beausoleil — Wed, 08 May 2013 17:54:07 GMT

Austin city leaders and bike advocacy groups have come up with a way to help timid cyclists gain confidence to ride to work.

Cadets learn how to face growing issue

Omar Lewis — Wed, 08 May 2013 03:20:17 GMT

Austin police's new officers are learning how to face a growing problem on the city's streets: mental illness. It's estimated there are 200,000 Austinites who suffer from some form of a mental disorder.

Gun industry already thriving in Texas

Josh Hinkle — Tue, 07 May 2013 21:35:22 GMT

In 2011, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives listed around 150 gun makers in Texas, from mom-and-pop shops to big companies.

Lifeguard shortage may hurt summer fun

Sophia Beausoleil — Thu, 02 May 2013 15:46:58 GMT

It might be confusing with the unseasonable cold temperatures in May, but despite the bizarre weather, summer is almost here. Yet, city of Austin officials said they are experiencing a shortage of lifeguards.

Austin growth outpaces housing supply

Wed, 01 May 2013 22:08:42 GMT

The steady growth in population is putting a strain on Austin's housing supply and limiting the ability of many people to purchase a home, representatives of the real estate and construction industries said Wednesday.

Rooftop view of AISD bond repairs

Erin Cargile — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 04:28:03 GMT

Parents wants voters who have never stepped foot inside Austin schools to see the problems with their own eyes.

Panel to discuss housing in region

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 00:09:33 GMT

A discussion on May 1 will look at the reality of the housing market in Central Texas as well as which investments are working marking for a stronger and more sustainable community.

Austin may finally get In-N-Out Burger

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:05:30 GMT

In-N-Out Burger applied April 17 for permits to build a new restaurant at 4508 N. I-35, which is near the intersection of Airport Boulevard and I-35.

AISD jumping on board bus advertising

Erin Cargile — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:51:32 GMT

A couple of Central Texas school districts are already doing it. Now, the Austin school district wants to capitalize on plastering moving billboards on the side of school buses.

Local caves may become more accessible

David Yeomans — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:44:40 GMT

The City of Austin recently agreed to help Bowie High School excavate a cave underneath the school with the goal of turning it into a learning environment. This is part of a citywide effort to make area caves accessible to the public.

Pay parking meter while sitting in car

Sophia Beausoleil — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:17:32 GMT

Parking around Austin just got a little easier. Wednesday the city launched EasyPark, a device that allows drivers to pay parking meters from the comfort of their car.

New report: Work zone crashes on rise

Sophia Beausoleil — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 18:13:27 GMT

Amid the 14th annual National Work Zone Awareness Week, city and state leaders will get new data about crashes in construction zones to use as a guideline for safer roads.

SoCo food trailers must move by May 25

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 17:10:27 GMT

The food trailers on South Congress got a final notice that May 25 will be the last day at their now-iconic site to make way for a new hotel.

Homeowners turn to rain gardening

Natalie Stoll — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 22:09:53 GMT

In the midst of a drought, more and more people are turning to water saving landscaping. Beyond zero-scaping or just using native plants, there’s another option -- a rain garden.

Community eager to get Google Fiber

Leslie Rhode — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 02:34:38 GMT

To understand the impact a gigabit network could have on Austin, you have to look past just what it could do in your home.

Competitors work to match Google Fiber

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 15:33:47 GMT

Google expects to have its state-of-the-art fiber-optic service available in Austin homes by this time next year.

The wait is on for Google Fiber

Robert Maxwell — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 02:42:57 GMT

When Google confirms the plan to introduce its ultra high speed internet service in Austin, as expected in Tuesday morning’s joint announcement with the City of Austin, it may not come to your house overnight.

Transit leaders consider gondola idea

Josh Hinkle — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 21:10:37 GMT

Downtown traffic got ya down? Try looking up. The air might have an advantage when it comes to congestion in Austin.

Bag ban taking time to get used to

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 02:58:22 GMT

Austin launched its bag ban a month ago and it’s still taking some shoppers a bit to catch on.

APD seeking nearly 100 more officers

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 21:06:09 GMT

Austin Police Department needs additional officers to keep up with the city's population and its place as venue for events that bring in people from all over the world.

Hispanic impact in city focus of panel

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 02:49:46 GMT

The Hispanic population is the fastest growing group in Central Texas.