North Austin News

As spring arrives in Central Texas, the region faces its annual challenges with severe weather, including thunderstorms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, hail, and the ongoing threat of flash flooding.

McCaul commends termination of funding for controversial Texas rail project

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul has responded to the Trump administration's decision to terminate federal funding of nearly $64 million for the Amtrak Texas High-Speed Rail Corridor, originally granted under the Biden administration for what was...

Austin Police Department funds free training for mental health counselors

The Austin Police Department (APD) is allocating $50,000 to train local mental health counselors from non-profit and private sectors in a therapeutic method called Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Austin records its 14th homicide in 2025 with a shooting on N. Lamar Blvd

On Saturday, April 12, 2025, a shooting occurred at an apartment complex on 12612 N. Lamar Boulevard in Austin.

Austin greenlights new trail and contract to improve Southeast urban infrastructure

The City of Austin is set to develop a new segment of an urban trail in Southeast Austin.

Michael McCaul condemns actions in Ukraine and praises USAF Reserve and NVIDIA

Michael McCaul, a long-serving U.S. Congress member representing Texas' 10th district, addressed several key issues through recent tweets.

Austin opens new affordable housing for seniors with Arbor Park in Northwest Austin

The City of Austin Housing Department has announced the opening of Arbor Park, a new senior housing community aimed at active adults aged 55 and older.

Austin HSEM to host emergency preparedness event at local library

Austin's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) is organizing its next Emergency Preparedness Pop-Up event on April 16 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Hampton Branch Library at Oak Hill.

North Austin News publication area records 2 H-1B petitions from employers classified under Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction industry during 2024

By North Austin News | Apr 13, 2025

In 2024, two H-1B petitions were filed by an employer classified under the Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction industry located within the North Austin News publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Michael McCaul discusses Texas water rights and posts holiday greetings on social media

By North Austin News | Apr 13, 2025

Michael McCaul, Congressman from Texas’s 10th district, recently addressed water rights issues in a tweet supporting the President’s stance against Mexico.

Williamson County: Residents received $316.28 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

By North Austin News | Apr 13, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 0.7% of income in Williamson County, providing an average of $471 per capita to residents.

Home sales in Travis County during week ending April 5

By North Austin News | Apr 12, 2025

There were 81 reported residential sales in Travis County in the week ending April 5, according to BlockShopper.com.

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North Austin News area weekly mass times

By North Austin News | Apr 12, 2025

The following parishes in the North Austin News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Austin parks prepares to wrap up 2025 lifeguard recruiting campaign

The Aquatic Division of Austin's Parks and Recreation Department is nearing the conclusion of its 2025 lifeguard recruiting efforts.

Austin-Bergstrom adds new nonstop destinations for summer travel

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is offering a wide range of nonstop destinations this summer, with new additions enhancing travel options for many passengers.

Austin relocates convention center art installations with artist collaboration

The City of Austin's Office of Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment (ACME), in cooperation with the Austin Convention Center, has worked with artists to move and maintain four legacy art installations that were housed in the Convention Center...

Michael McCaul discusses legislation and achievements in district updates