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Private aviation company head on eminent domain vote: 'Closure of the South Terminal will kill ultra-low-cost carrier service from Austin'
The CEO of a private aviation company that operates the South Terminal at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) expressed criticism on Thursday toward the Austin City Council's vote to consider employing eminent domain to acquire the terminal, Austin CBS affiliate KEYE reported.
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Austin snack bar company tabs Tebow as chief mission officer: 'I immediately fell in love with NuSkool Snacks the moment I tasted them'
NuSkool Snacks, an Austin-based company that specializes in keto-friendly, low-sugar snack bars, has named former National Football League (NFL) quarterback and 2007 Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow as its chief mission officer, per a report from Austin ABC affiliate KVUE.
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Austin Events June 13-19
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Meury on indicted officers' lawsuit: 'None of them had training on using these types of weapons while wearing gas masks'
A cadre of Austin Police Department (APD) officers who were indicted on allegations of police brutality at the May 2020 racial injustice protests that occurred in the Texas state capital have sued the City of Austin, the Travis County District Attorney's (DA) Office, Black Lives Matter, the Austin Justice Coalition and other individuals and entities, Austin-based media outlets reported.
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Chef on new Japanese sandwich shop: 'A lot of people support small business'
Most people don't associate sandwiches with Japanese cuisine, but one Austin business owner wants to dispel that notion, according to a report from Austin FOX affiliate KTBC.
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Austin FC fan group raises money for Uvalde victims' families: 'In these challenging times, we will mourn with those affected'
An Austin FC supporter group has raised tens of thousands of dollars for the families of the victims of the Robb Elementary School shooting in Uvalde, according to a report from Austin ABC affiliate KXAN.
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Austin actor on role in Tom Cruise blockbuster: 'We knew we wanted to have a Texas flair'
Among the cast of the highly anticipated Tom Cruise blockbuster "Top Gun: Maverick" is an actor with Austin roots, according to a report from Austin NBC affiliate KXAN.
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Clarke on last meeting as CapMetro CEO: 'It was emotional as I’m so proud of this amazing organization'
Randy Clarke presided over his final meeting as the head of the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CapMetro) on Monday (May 23), according to the City of Austin's public transit agency, per his Twitter account.
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Grand jury review includes Austin police chief, predecessor: 'This is a mop up, a political mop up operation'
A grand jury formed to look into allegations of police brutality at the May 2020 racial injustice protests that occurred in the Texas state capital has included Austin Chief of Police Joseph Chacon and his predecessor, Brian Manley, in its review, according to a report from Austin FOX affiliate KTBC.
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Austin Events May 23-29
May 25: "The Sixth Reel" – Come watch this hilarious film.
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Austin cycling community announces memorial for Moriah Wilson: 'This will be a gathering to acknowledge the tragedy of the loss'
A memorial will be held for a medal-winning California cyclist who died in Austin, according to a report from Austin ABC affiliate KVUE.
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Cost of housing emergency and gentrification on Austin
The Housing affordability crisis in Austin has reached a boiling point. Recent news surrounding Councilwoman Mackenzie Kelly receiving notice from her landlord regarding a $500 per month minimum rent hike is one notable example but not unfamiliar.
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Grey on break-in at city-owned hotel: 'We acknowledge that as a failing and apologize'
Dianne Grey, the City of Austin's homeless strategy officer, recently addressed a purported break-in at a former Candlewood Suites on the city's northwest side that'll be transformed into transitional housing for the homeless, apologizing for a lack of security at the property, according to a report from Austin NBC affiliate KXAN.
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Greenburg on sexual assault lawsuit against Austin hotel: 'It was something that was completely preventable'
A female student at the University of Texas at Austin (UT) has brought a lawsuit against a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in North Austin on claims she was sexually assaulted on the premises, according to a report from Austin FOX affiliate KTBC.
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Austin airport to travelers: 'If you're flying out soon, plan ahead, come early [and] pack your patience!'
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) officials anticipate a very busy summer travel season and are advising passengers to arrive early, according to reports from Austin-based media outlets.
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Wolff on contract extension: 'The best is yet to come'
Austin FC has extended head coach Josh Wolff's contract through 2025, according to a franchise-issued press release.
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Austin FC's Las on Mother's Day shopping sprees: 'Giving back to the community means showing appreciation toward mothers and families for supporting us'
Austin FC's Jon Gallagher and Damien Las partnered with Academy Sports + Outdoors earlier this month to surprise two lucky moms with $1,000 shopping sprees, according to a report from Austin ABC affiliate KVUE.
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Motorist on rising road rage in Austin: 'One day it may not be me, then who will be the next victim?'
Like many Austin residents, Jerry Wiggins drives on Interstate 35 frequently.
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Austin Events May 16-22
Absolute Beginning Ballet Workshop for Adults, Have you ever wanted to learn ballet?
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CapMetro's Clarke on new D.C. job: 'It’s been an honor to have served the people of Austin and Central Texas'
The leader of the City of Austin's public transportation agency has been hired to helm the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) in the nation's capital, Austin-based media outlets reported.