News from 2021
Abbott names task force to 'keep Texans safe' after Astroworld tragedy
By David Beasley | Dec 3, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has formed a task force on safety at concerts after 10 people were killed and hundreds injured at the Astroworld festival Nov. 5 in Houston.
'Stay hungry, stay humble': Austin-area powerhouses Westlake and Vandegrift to square off for regional crown
By Zachary Richter | Dec 1, 2021
The showdown between Westlake and Vandegrift will take place at the Darrell K. Royal-Memorial Stadium on the campus of the University of Texas on Dec. 4.
Austin ranked 5th in study of best U.S. cities for singles
By Austin Journal Reports | Dec 1, 2021
Austin came in fifth among 180 cities in a study by the personal finance website WalletHub ranking which ones are the most friendly to singles based on dating opportunities, demographics and opportunities for fun and recreation.
'We're doing it for him': Lyndon B. Johnson rolls to playoff victory amidst backdrop of tragedy
By Zachary Richter | Dec 1, 2021
The Lyndon B. Johnson Early College High School rallied around its head coach Jahmal Fenner recently as he mourned the death of his son.
'This holiday season is a time to gather': Adler extends Hanukkah wishes to Jewish community
By Zachary Richter | Dec 1, 2021
Hanukkah is the eight-day Jewish festival of lights, and Mayor Steve Adler has taken this opportunity to extend his warm wishes to the community.
Watch 'A Christmas Carol' and more in Austin this week
By Julie Giyer | Nov 29, 2021
Things to do in Austin Nov. 30 - Dec. 6
Georgetown dad fighting cancer 'grateful' to watch son's last high school football game
By David Beasley | Nov 29, 2021
A Georgetown father and cancer patient was grateful that he was able to see his son's last high school football game, KVUE reported.
Pet of the Week: Buggs
By Submitted by New Hope Animal Rescue | Nov 29, 2021
Pet of the Week: Buggs.
City of Austin Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors met Nov. 4
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 29, 2021
City of Austin Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors met Thursday, Nov. 4.
City of Austin Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors will meet Dec. 2
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 28, 2021
City of Austin Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors will meet at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 2.
City of Austin City Council will meet Dec. 1
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 27, 2021
City of Austin City Council will meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1.
City of Austin City Council will meet Dec. 2
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 27, 2021
City of Austin City Council will meet 10 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 2.
City of Austin Audit and Finance Committee met Oct. 27
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 26, 2021
City of Austin Audit and Finance Committee met Wednesday, Oct. 27.
'Our city's greatest present challenges': Austin City Council calls special session over housing shortage
By David Beasley | Nov 25, 2021
The housing supply is so tight in Austin, the city council has called a special session Nov. 30 to discuss the situation.
Austin Police Department working to 'have a police force that reflects the community'
By David Beasley | Nov 25, 2021
The Austin Police Department is increasing its efforts to increase the diversity of the force, including Asian Pacific Islanders, KVUE reported.
City of Austin City Council met Oct. 14
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 25, 2021
City of Austin City Council met Thursday, Oct. 14.
Seeking the million-dollar answer: Austin parents calling on worldwide support in fight for their only child's life
By Savannah Howe | Nov 24, 2021
Five-year-old Simon Croke of Austin likes to run.
Five things that may surprise you about ACA plans in Texas
By Jamie Dudensing | Nov 24, 2021
Right now, we are in the open enrollment period to purchase health insurance through an ACA marketplace for 2022 coverage.
Texas on course to boost spending by 5% in fiscal year 2021
By Austin Journal Reports | Nov 24, 2021
Texas is poised to increase its expenditures by 5% during the current fiscal year, more than 11 points below the 16.2% average rate for all 50 states, according to a new study from the National Association of State Budget Officers.
Vandegrift knocks off undefeated Cibolo Steele to advance in state tourney
By Bob Martin | Nov 24, 2021
A battle between two of the state’s top football teams turned into a one-sided affair with Vandegrift shutting out then-undefeated Cibolo Steele in the state tournament 38-0.