Austin Journal News
Manor ISD seeks community input on academic calendars for upcoming school years
By Austin Journal | Dec 21, 2024
The Manor Independent School District is seeking community input to help shape the academic calendars for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years.
Austin ISD outlines strategies for addressing $92M budget deficit over three years
By Austin Journal | Dec 20, 2024
The Austin Independent School District (AISD) is working on a plan to address its $92 million budget deficit over the next three years.
Support resources available during Austin ISD winter break
By Austin Journal | Dec 20, 2024
Many families in the Austin Independent School District (ISD) rely on the district for healthy meals and other services.
SonicGuild Ball opens doors to public for first time
By Austin Journal | Dec 20, 2024
The 11th annual SonicGuild Ball is set to take place at Dell Hall in the Long Center for the Performing Arts.
Austin ISD approves new academic calendars for next two school years
By Austin Journal | Dec 20, 2024
Austin ISD's Board of Trustees has approved the academic calendars for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 school years.
Austin ISD welcomes new trustee following unofficial election results
By Austin Journal | Dec 19, 2024
Incoming trustee Fernando Lucas De Urioste will join the Austin Independent School District's Board of Trustees, filling the At-Large District 8 seat.
Austin Community College named among America’s Dream Employers by Forbes
By Austin Journal | Dec 19, 2024
Austin Community College District (ACC) has been recognized as one of America's Dream Employers 2025.
Austin encourages holiday tree recycling with multiple options
By Austin Journal | Dec 19, 2024
The City of Austin is continuing its long-standing tradition of recycling holiday trees, a practice it has maintained for over three decades.
Dental Hygiene Program at ACC Eastview Campus set for major expansion
By Austin Journal | Dec 18, 2024
The Austin Community College District (ACC) has begun construction on the first phase of its 2022 General Obligation Bond projects at the Eastview Campus.
Exploring Austin's lesser-known parks: A guide
By Austin Journal | Dec 18, 2024
Austin is known not only for its music and tech scene but also for its numerous parks.
Irish music & dance sensation returns to US stages in 2025
By Austin Journal | Dec 18, 2024
‘A Taste of Ireland―The Irish Music & Dance Sensation’ is set to return to stages across the United States in 2025.
Cousins Properties plans acquisition of Sail Tower in downtown Austin
By Austin Journal | Dec 16, 2024
Cousins Properties has announced its plan to acquire Sail Tower, a prominent lifestyle office property in Austin.
Concert at Long Center to conclude competition season
By Austin Journal | Dec 16, 2024
The Long Center will host a concert to mark the conclusion of the competition season.
Austin voters select Fernando Lucas de Urioste as At-Large Trustee
By Austin Journal | Dec 16, 2024
Fernando Lucas de Urioste has been selected by Austin voters to serve as the At-Large Trustee for District 8, completing the nine-member board.
Project Connect receives federal support with new $900K grant
By Austin Journal | Dec 15, 2024
CapMetro has received a $900,000 grant from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to enhance transit-oriented development and anti-displacement initiatives for Project Connect in Austin, Texas.
CapMetro announces new service adjustments effective January
By Austin Journal | Dec 13, 2024
Several changes to CapMetro services will take effect on January 14, 2024.
CapMetro provides free rides for COVID-19 vaccine appointments in Austin
By Austin Journal | Dec 13, 2024
As the COVID-19 vaccine becomes available to more individuals, CapMetro is offering free rides for those with vaccination appointments within its service area.
APD arrests two for organized retail theft in North Austin
By Austin Journal | Dec 12, 2024
On November 22, 2024, the Austin Police Department's North Metro Tactical Response Unit, in collaboration with the North Criminal Investigation Department and around 20 local retail representatives, conducted a Shoplifting Blitz operation.
Austin police seek public help in identifying suspects in aggravated assault case
By Austin Journal | Dec 12, 2024
The Austin Police Department (APD) is seeking public assistance in identifying multiple suspects involved in an aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
Austin police seek public's help in identifying aggravated assault suspect
By Austin Journal | Dec 12, 2024
On November 16, 2024, at approximately 5:25 p.m., a suspect armed with a knife threatened a man working in Republic Square Park, located at 422 Guadalupe Street.