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Austin pushes for sustainable transport amid Earth Day reflections

The City of Austin encourages its residents to rethink transportation options to contribute towards a more sustainable future.

By North Austin News | Apr 21, 2025

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Austin Police seek public's help in finding endangered missing man

By North Austin News | Apr 21, 2025

The Austin Police Department (APD) is asking for the public's assistance in locating Ernest Amaro, a 62-year-old man who is missing and considered endangered.

Passenger numbers reach 21 million at Austin-Bergstrom in 2024

In 2024, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) achieved significant milestones, reporting a total of 21.1 million passengers, marking the second busiest year on record for the airport.

Austin airport expands terminal to manage increased passenger traffic

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is addressing the need for expanded space by launching the Atrium Infill project.

Police seek help identifying victim in latest Austin homicide case

On Friday, April 18, 2025, Austin Police Department officers responded to a welfare check at approximately 9:50 a.m. The call was about a possible deceased individual under a bridge in the 2900 block of Lovell Drive.

Police seek help identifying robbery suspect after Texas incident

The Austin Police Department (APD) is seeking assistance from the public to identify a suspect involved in a robbery.

Austin Police investigates road rage incident leading to homicide on Scenic Brook Drive

On Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at approximately 6:40 p.m., officers from the Austin Police Department (APD) responded to a report of a disturbance in the 6900 block of Scenic Brook Drive.

Motorcyclist killed in crash on South Pleasant Valley Road, marks Austin's 24th fatal crash

By North Austin News | Apr 17, 2025

On April 15, 2025, a collision occurred in the 500 block of South Pleasant Valley Road, involving a vehicle and a motorcycle.

Lamar Senior Center to host spring art show on May 3

By North Austin News | Apr 17, 2025

The Lamar Senior Activity Center is inviting the public to the annual Art On and Off the Wall event, which is set for Saturday, May 3, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The event will be held at 2874 Shoal Crest Ave. and features the 29th Street Spring...

Austin police investigate suspected murder-suicide on McNeil Drive

By North Austin News | Apr 16, 2025

On April 14, 2025, at approximately 8:43 a.m., law enforcement responded to a welfare check call at Onyx 183 apartments, located on 6800 McNeil Drive, Austin.

Michael McCaul addresses Texas rail project, border security, and Sudan crisis

By North Austin News | Apr 16, 2025

Michael McCaul, representing Texas' 10th District in Congress, shared his thoughts on critical issues like the Texas rail project and border security on April 15, 2025.

Central Texans urged to prepare for severe weather and flooding risks

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