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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Travis County in week ending Oct. 19

By North Austin News | Oct 23, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Travis County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 19, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Oakwood Cemetery celebrates milestones in documenting segregated communities' history

By North Austin News | Oct 23, 2024

The Oakwood Cemetery has announced the achievement of three significant milestones in documenting the lives and contributions of Austin’s historically segregated communities of color through its "Oakwood Legacy Project." This initiative has been supported by a Digital Humanities Advancement Grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities, awarded to Austin's Parks and Recreation Department between 2021 and 2023.

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McCaul criticizes Biden-Harris administration over FY 2024 migrant encounter numbers

By North Austin News | Oct 23, 2024

Congressman Michael McCaul of Texas has expressed strong criticism of the Biden-Harris administration following the release of U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Fiscal Year 2024 migrant encounter statistics.

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Austin police investigate aggravated assault involving motor vehicle on Elmont Drive

By North Austin News | Oct 23, 2024

The Austin Police Department (APD) Aggravated Assault Unit is actively investigating an incident involving aggravated assault with a motor vehicle. The event took place on October 22, 2024, at around 4:21 p.m. in the 2500 block of Elmont Drive.

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Teen charged in fatal shooting at Bridge at Harris Ridge Apartments

By North Austin News | Oct 23, 2024

On October 21, 2024, the Austin Police Department responded to reports of a shooting at the Bridge at Harris Ridge Apartments on East Howard Lane. Officers arrived shortly after 6:01 p.m. and found Za’Riyah Sheffield with gunshot wounds. She was declared deceased at 6:09 p.m.

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Austin police emphasize support during Domestic Violence Awareness Month

By North Austin News | Oct 23, 2024

The Austin Police Department (APD), along with District 3 Council Member José Velásquez, is focusing on raising awareness for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The initiative aims to educate the public about domestic violence and encourage victims to come forward.

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Austin seeks applicants for municipal civil service commission vacancies

By North Austin News | Oct 23, 2024

The Austin City Council is inviting applications for positions on the five-member Municipal Civil Service Commission. This commission is responsible for overseeing certain employment matters within the city government, particularly concerning disciplinary actions and appeals from city employees.

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3 companies in cities within Williamson County received three inspections in Q3

By North Austin News | Oct 22, 2024

There were three companies in cities associated with Williamson County that received three FDA inspections in the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in Williamson County in week ending Oct. 12?

By North Austin News | Oct 22, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Austin invests over $21 million in grants for creative sector

By North Austin News | Oct 22, 2024

The City of Austin's Economic Development Department has announced the allocation of over $21 million in grants funded by the Hotel Occupancy Tax to 502 recipients within Austin's creative sector. These grants are part of the city's ongoing efforts to support local talent and cultural contributions that define Austin as a hub for the arts.

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Austin police enhance monitoring of registered sex offenders

By North Austin News | Oct 22, 2024

The Austin Police Department's Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration (SOAR) Unit is actively working to enhance public safety by closely monitoring registered sex offenders. The unit focuses on ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with legal requirements, which helps maintain the integrity of the sex offender registry and protect the Austin community.

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Austin police seek help identifying suspect in fatal hit-and-run

By North Austin News | Oct 22, 2024

The Austin Police Department (APD) is seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a fatal traffic incident. The incident occurred on March 23, 2024, at around 5:04 a.m. in the 5000 block of North IH-35 NB.

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Austin police seek public help in finding suspect linked to fatal crash

By North Austin News | Oct 22, 2024

The Austin Police Department's Vehicular Homicide unit is seeking assistance from the public in identifying a suspect involved in a fatal incident. The crash, which occurred on September 17, 2024, at approximately 6:24 a.m., took place in the 7400 block of Ed Bluestein Boulevard NB. A pedestrian, identified as Frank Ramos, was pronounced dead at the scene after being struck by a vehicle that subsequently fled without stopping or contacting emergency services.

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How many companies in cities in Travis County received FDA inspections in Q3?

By North Austin News | Oct 22, 2024

There were three companies in cities associated with Travis County that received three FDA inspections in the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Williamson County in week ending Oct. 12

By North Austin News | Oct 21, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Zilker Holiday Tree art contest invites young artists from Austin

By North Austin News | Oct 21, 2024

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department is calling on young artists from the Austin area to take part in the Annual Zilker Tree Art Contest. This event invites children aged 5 to 10 years old to compete for a chance to help illuminate the Zilker Tree.

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Pedestrian killed in crash at US 183 Highway and Burleson Road

By North Austin News | Oct 21, 2024

On October 19, 2024, at approximately 4:50 a.m., officers from the Austin Police Department (APD) responded to a fatal incident involving a vehicle and a pedestrian. The collision occurred at the intersection of S US 183 Highway SB and Burleson Road. The pedestrian, whose identity remains unknown, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver involved in the crash was not injured and is cooperating with authorities.

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Cheapest E15 gas in cities across Travis County in week ending Oct. 12

By North Austin News | Oct 20, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Travis County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Williamson County in week ending Oct. 12?

By North Austin News | Oct 20, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former North Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21?

By North Austin News | Oct 20, 2024

These former North Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21.