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The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Travis County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Williamson County in week ending Sept. 21?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Suspect arrested in connection with Austin's 48th homicide of 2021

The Austin Police Department (APD) has announced new charges and the arrest of a suspect in connection with a 2021 homicide investigation. The case involves the death of Nikolas Eugenio Martinez, who was found with a life-threatening stab wound on July 23, 2021.

Austin awards $10K grant to Refugee Collective for innovative food waste project

The City of Austin’s Office of Sustainability has awarded a $10,000 Food Waste Innovation grant to The Refugee Collective, a local nonprofit previously known as the Multicultural Refugee Coalition. This grant was announced ahead of the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste on September 29. It will support the Collective’s initiative to reduce food waste at its farm through a composting and community art project designed to reduce waste, promote regenerative agriculture, and foster community engagement through traditional craft workshops.

Austin reaches tentative five-year contract with police association

The City of Austin and the Austin Police Association (APA) reached a tentative agreement on Monday, Sept. 23, for a five-year contract. The agreement is scheduled for consideration by the Austin City Council on Oct. 10 and, if approved by the Council, will then go to APA members for ratification.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Travis County in week ending Sept. 14?

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Travis County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Orenda Charter School District Education: 5 Pacific Islander students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

Pacific Islander students made up 0.3% of Orenda Charter School District's student body in the 2022-23 school year.

Austin police investigate officer-involved shooting on September 10

The Austin Police Department (APD) continues its investigation into the officer-involved shooting that occurred on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.

Austin plans prescribed burn on 97 acres for water quality protection

Austin Water's Wildland Conservation Division plans to conduct a prescribed burn on approximately 97 acres of the Water Quality Protection Lands on Wednesday, September 25.

Austin launches new phase of Open Government Partnership

The City of Austin has initiated its latest efforts under the Open Government Partnership (OGP) in collaboration with Austin Community College’s Center for Government and Civic Service, community-based organizations, and colleagues at the U.S. Open Government Secretariat. This launch took place on September 17th.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Williamson County in week ending Sept. 14?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jarrell ISD schools Education: 10 Pacific Islander students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

Jarrell ISD schools had 10 Pacific Islander students enrolled in their schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

City of Austin reaches tentative agreement with police association

The City of Austin and the Austin Police Association (APA) have reached a tentative agreement on a five-year contract. The deal includes increases in officer pay and benefits, as well as measures to enhance police oversight and build community trust.

Give Kids a Chance Act passes House with strong bipartisan support

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) spoke on the House floor in support of his bill, the Give Kids a Chance Act. The legislation, which passed the House shortly after McCaul's remarks, will authorize the FDA to direct drug companies researching combination drug therapies for adults to also research combination therapies for children.

McCaul commends passage of Building Chips in America Act

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul has expressed approval following the passage of the Building Chips in America Act of 2023. This legislation, which McCaul introduced alongside Representatives Jen Kiggans (R-Va.), Scott Peters (D-Calif.), Brandon Williams (R-N.Y.), and Colin Allred (D-Texas), aims to speed up the environmental regulatory process for domestic semiconductor chip manufacturing projects. The bill now awaits the president's signature.

Austin police investigate double homicide on Brookhill Drive

On Saturday, September 21, 2024, at approximately 12:08 p.m., Austin Police Department (APD) officers responded to a welfare check call in the 2300 block of Brookhill Drive. Multiple callers expressed concern for a couple living in the house and reported that a subject named Kyler Monaghan was refusing to open the door.

Guidance issued ahead of 2024 Austin City Limits Music Festival