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fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Plans for parks over I-35 collide with Austin's cash crunch - Austin Monitor

Austin's plan for highway caps requires tough financial choices to prevent long-term financial strain.
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Plans for parks over I-35 collide with Austin's cash crunch - Austin Monitor

Austin's plan for highway caps requires tough financial choices to prevent long-term financial strain.
fromEater
4 days ago

We, As Kitsch-Lovers, Approve of OLIPOP's New Retro-Cool Hotel Rooms

OLIPOP has launched a series of retro-inspired, themed hotel rooms in Austin, Texas, offering a nostalgic experience through immersive soda-inspired suites representing different decades.
Travel
#tesla
Toronto startup
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Elon Musk says long-awaited test of Tesla robotaxi on track to launch by end of June

Tesla plans to test its robotaxi service in Austin by the end of June, starting with 10 cars, expanding to 1,000 soon after.
Toronto startup
fromInsideEVs
1 month ago

Tesla's Robotaxis Are Finally Testing Without A Safety Driver: Musk

Tesla is set to launch its robotaxi service in June, with extensive testing ongoing and no reported incidents.
Cars
fromInsideEVs
1 month ago

Tesla's Robotaxi Service Is Coming To Austin On June 12: Report

Tesla is launching its driverless ride-hailing service in Austin, Texas, marking a significant shift towards self-driving taxis.
Toronto startup
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Elon Musk says Austin could have 1,000 Tesla robotaxis in just a few months

Tesla aims to launch 1,000 robotaxis in Austin by June, gradually increasing the fleet after a phased rollout.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

USDOT Secretary visits Tesla Giga Texas, hints at national autonomous vehicle standards

Tesla is launching a limited Robotaxi fleet in Austin, focusing on a safe, controlled rollout.
Toronto startup
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Elon Musk says long-awaited test of Tesla robotaxi on track to launch by end of June

Tesla plans to test its robotaxi service in Austin by the end of June, starting with 10 cars, expanding to 1,000 soon after.
Toronto startup
fromInsideEVs
1 month ago

Tesla's Robotaxis Are Finally Testing Without A Safety Driver: Musk

Tesla is set to launch its robotaxi service in June, with extensive testing ongoing and no reported incidents.
Cars
fromInsideEVs
1 month ago

Tesla's Robotaxi Service Is Coming To Austin On June 12: Report

Tesla is launching its driverless ride-hailing service in Austin, Texas, marking a significant shift towards self-driving taxis.
Toronto startup
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Elon Musk says Austin could have 1,000 Tesla robotaxis in just a few months

Tesla aims to launch 1,000 robotaxis in Austin by June, gradually increasing the fleet after a phased rollout.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

USDOT Secretary visits Tesla Giga Texas, hints at national autonomous vehicle standards

Tesla is launching a limited Robotaxi fleet in Austin, focusing on a safe, controlled rollout.
#historic-preservation
fromAustin Monitor
1 week ago

Audit: Economic official granted arts, music funding against city code - Austin Monitor

The former director of the Economic Development Department authorized grant awards that violated city code restrictions, permitting the overlap of funding for arts organizations.
Austin
#infrastructure
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

City eyes expanded district plan for downtown and beyond - Austin Monitor

Austin is overhauling its Downtown Plan to create a more integrated urban strategy.
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago
Alternative transportation

Transportation panel looks at regional needs as affordability pushes Austinites out - Austin Monitor

Austin
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

City eyes expanded district plan for downtown and beyond - Austin Monitor

Austin is overhauling its Downtown Plan to create a more integrated urban strategy.
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago
Alternative transportation

Transportation panel looks at regional needs as affordability pushes Austinites out - Austin Monitor

#art
#zoning
fromwww.7x7.com
2 weeks ago

A Modern Guide to Austin, Texas: Best BBQ, Top Music Festivals + Ellsworth Kelly's Iconic Rainbow Chapel

Austin, Texas, affectionately known as the live music capital of the world, offers a blend of culture, food, and unique boutique accommodations, alongside its vibrant start-up scene.
Austin
#urban-development
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago
Online Community Development

Environmental Commission approves heritage tree removal for East Austin housing project - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago
Online Community Development

Environmental Commission approves heritage tree removal for East Austin housing project - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
3 weeks ago
Austin

Jobs and redevelopment take center stage in annual economic development report - Austin Monitor

The Economic Development Department supported over 27,000 jobs and invested over $54 million in fiscal year 2024.
#affordable-housing
Austin
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Austin is leading the affordable housing boom. It's still not enough

Austin's building boom continues, with a notable rise in affordable housing amidst rapid population growth.
fromAustin Monitor
3 weeks ago
NYC real estate

As Acacia Cliffs rezoning is approved, Critics say Council has sold out on its affordability commitments - Austin Monitor

Austin
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Austin is leading the affordable housing boom. It's still not enough

Austin's building boom continues, with a notable rise in affordable housing amidst rapid population growth.
fromAustin Monitor
3 weeks ago
NYC real estate

As Acacia Cliffs rezoning is approved, Critics say Council has sold out on its affordability commitments - Austin Monitor

#real-estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
LA real estate

Exclusive Surf Club Community in Austin Draws A-List Buyers, Including Matthew McConaughey and Drew Brees

fromSFGATE
1 month ago
LA real estate

Exclusive Surf Club Community in Austin Draws A-List Buyers, Including Matthew McConaughey and Drew Brees

#waymo
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Alternative transportation

'It wouldn't let us out of the car': Waymo's self-driving vehicles keep getting roasted online

fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Alternative transportation

Driverless Waymo taxi 'traps' passengers while stopped in traffic on one of Austin's 'scariest roads': report

Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
2 months ago

'It wouldn't let us out of the car': Waymo's self-driving vehicles keep getting roasted online

Waymo's autonomous vehicles are facing heavy scrutiny and mockery on social media due to unpredictable behavior and awkward navigations.
Toronto startup
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

How Austin became the robotaxi capital of America

Austin is becoming a hub for robotaxi companies as autonomous vehicle technology matures and regulations become more favorable.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Alternative transportation

Driverless Waymo taxi 'traps' passengers while stopped in traffic on one of Austin's 'scariest roads': report

fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

Austin food trucks no longer have to move trailers for health and safety inspections - Austin Monitor

The new health safety inspection program allows food truck owners in Austin to avoid costly closures by getting on-site inspections, supporting local businesses.
Portland food
LA food
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Is the No. 1 City in the U.S. for BBQ, According to Yelp

Austin is recognized as the top city for barbecue in the U.S. by Yelp, highlighting its quality meats and diverse offerings.
#sustainability
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

City saves $2.5M by electrifying fleet with plans to nearly double EV count by 2030 - Austin Monitor

Austin's electrified fleet plans to double its size by 2030, targeting $2.5 million in savings and significant emissions reductions.
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago
Beer

Infrastructure panelists ponder tactics for stretching Austin's existing water supply - Austin Monitor

Austin is focusing on water reuse, conservation, and storage for long-term sustainability amid growing drought conditions.
Alternative transportation
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

City saves $2.5M by electrifying fleet with plans to nearly double EV count by 2030 - Austin Monitor

Austin's electrified fleet plans to double its size by 2030, targeting $2.5 million in savings and significant emissions reductions.
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

Austin has paid out $27 million to people injured by police during 2020 racial justice protests - Austin Monitor

Austin has settled nearly $30 million related to police misconduct lawsuits following protests after George Floyd's death, primarily due to injuries from 'less-lethal' ammunition.
Austin
#public-health
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago
NYC parents

Austin Public Health urges Council to prioritize frontline jobs amid federal funding cuts - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago
NYC parents

Austin Public Health urges Council to prioritize frontline jobs amid federal funding cuts - Austin Monitor

#levitation-festival
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

Downtown report: Office vacancies up, infrastructure growth continues - Austin Monitor

Jenell Moffett, chief impact officer for DAA, told Austin Monitor that while the office market has cooled, several major public infrastructure projects totaling more than $20 billion are moving forward at full speed.
Toronto startup
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

Austin gas rates are up and they're set to go higher. Here's why. - Austin Monitor

Austin's recent gas rate hike stemmed from Texas Gas Service's need for more money for infrastructure and guaranteed returns for investors, exacerbated by inflation.
Austin
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

The wild story of how gut health AI toilet startup Throne raised $4M led by Moxxie | TechCrunch

Throne is revolutionizing home health monitoring with an AI-powered device that integrates humor and technology, securing $4M in seed funding.
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

City opens $5 million grant round for anti-displacement work - Austin Monitor

Housing Department staff explained that the current $5 million solicitation is the final portion of a $15.9 million allocation for fiscal years three through five of the Community Initiated Solutions (CIS) program.
Online Community Development
#community-engagement
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago
Online Community Development

Two Years after the Austin Police Oversight Act passed, Community Police Review Commission finally meets - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago
Online Community Development

Two Years after the Austin Police Oversight Act passed, Community Police Review Commission finally meets - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

CapMetro's Red Line Station near the Domain is back on track, but now double the price - Austin Monitor

As with most construction, costs have escalated significantly post-pandemic," CapMetro's Chief of Staff Cheyenne Conyer explained to the transit agency's board of directors in an email this month. "Additionally, Brandywine approached CapMetro to renegotiate the terms of the original agreement as their post-pandemic financial picture solidified.
Toronto startup
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

Zero Waste Advisory Commission discusses rate changes and projects - Austin Monitor

As we've been previously forecasting for Fiscal Year 26...that would be the year that ratepayers...would start to see the impact of the construction of the Northeast Service Center.
Alternative transportation
#micromobility
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago
Alternative transportation

City touts ongoing success in one-year update on micromobility program tweaks - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago
Alternative transportation

City touts ongoing success in one-year update on micromobility program tweaks - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

After court ruling, APD says it won't cite people for small amounts of marijuana - for now - Austin Monitor

"For now, we're still going with the way we were policing before," Davis said.
Austin
#housing
#elon-musk
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Austin arts groups facing budget cuts after cancellation of NEA grants - Austin Monitor

"Without the $30,000 there's just no way. I waited because I had to be sure it wasn't spam, then I had to verify it."
Non-profit organizations
#public-safety
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

New libraries, parks, health centers among facilities eyed for 2026 bond proposal - Austin Monitor

Representatives from three city departments presented their bond project goals and plans this week to the city's Bond Election Advisory Task Force, which will play a major role in deciding the scope of the proposals expected to go before voters next fall.
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

City and county officials kick off Wildfire Awareness Month - Austin Monitor

As we experienced very vividly over the past few years...weather is intensifying due to climate change, and we have to change how we prepare for these emergencies.
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Homelessness strategy plan calls for $101M in spending from city, partner groups - Austin Monitor

Austin's Homeless Strategy Office is proposing a substantial funding package of nearly $101 million to enhance and sustain the city's homelessness response efforts.
Fundraising
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

City leaders have renewed hope for federal funds for local projects in the 2026 congressional budget - Austin Monitor

Austin’s U.S. Reps. are proceeding with a strategy to resubmit local project funding requests that were previously rejected, aiming for renewed support in FY 2026.
Fundraising
fromArchitectural Digest
2 months ago

Inside an Austin Bungalow That's Part Groovy, Part Grandpa-Chic

Randall Mays' vision for his Travis Heights home was to create a lively venue fitting for SXSW and ACL, merging eclectic aesthetics with functionality.
Austin
Environment
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

City releases 'State of the Environment' report - Austin Monitor

Austin's annual State of the Environment Report underscores community-driven successes in land conservation and water quality protection.
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Panelists look at the airport's future of 'perpetual' construction - Austin Monitor

It's a delicate balancing act of: How do you finance it? How do you build it? How do you operate it at the same time? The need is there, the demand is there.
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Watershed report focuses on projects to prevent and prepare for floods - Austin Monitor

Reflecting on the progress we've made guides our path forward, As we look ahead, we will build on these successes and continue serving the evolving needs of Austinites.
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Music Commission, staff weigh final criteria for next Live Music Fund grants - Austin Monitor

We are looking at what we already said we wanted to see in here, looking at what staff has provided ... comparing notes and reacting to it.
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Explosion in Austin Damages 24 Houses and Injures 6 People

A large explosion in Austin caused significant damage, injuring multiple people, with the cause still under investigation.
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