News from September 2023
Love-A-Bull announces next Pittie Pack Walk
By Austin Journal | Sep 26, 2023
Love-A-Bull, an animal rescue and advocate for responsible pit bull ownership in Austin, has announced its upcoming Pittie Pack Walk in the Mueller area. The event, which is held every first Sunday of the month, aims to promote responsible pet ownership and is open to all dog owners.
City of Austin City Council met Aug. 10
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 26, 2023
City of Austin City Council met Thursday, Aug. 10
City of Austin City Council met Aug. 8
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 25, 2023
City of Austin City Council met Tuesday, Aug. 8
City of Austin Mobility Committee will meet Sept, 28
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 23, 2023
City of Austin Mobility Committee will meet at 1 p.m., Thursday, Sept, 28
City of Austin Audit and Finance Committee will meet Sept, 27
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 22, 2023
City of Austin Audit and Finance Committee will meet at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, Sept, 27
UT-Austin Employee Files Lawsuit Over Speech Infringement
By Austin Journal Report | Sep 21, 2023
An Associate Professor of Finance at the McCombs School of Business has initiated legal proceedings against UT-Austin officials for efforts to restrict his speech.
Local kittens get adopted at PetSmart
By Austin Journal | Sep 21, 2023
New Hope Animal Rescue (NHAR) has seen an increase in cat adoptions thanks to a partnership with PetSmart and Petsmart Charities. NHAR is a local animal rescue organization that works to save both dogs and cats in need. Lemu and Snoopy, two cats housed local PetSmart Cat Adoption Centers, were recently adopted by their own respective families on September 14th.
University of Texas lands at No. 9 on U.S. News and World Report rankings
By Austin Journal | Sep 20, 2023
The University of Texas at Austin (UT) has climbed to No. 9 in the latest undergraduate rankings from U.S. News & World Report. This marks a one-spot improvement from last year and solidifies UT as the top public university in Texas. UT also made significant strides among both public and private universities, jumping six notches to No. 32 overall.
Texas Department of Public Safety promotes Wakeman to major, first woman in organization history to hold position
By Austin Journal Report | Sep 19, 2023
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announced the promotion of Texas Ranger Captain Wende O. Wakeman to the rank of major, giving Wakeman the distinction of being the first female Texas Ranger in the state law enforcement agency’s 200-year history, according to a press release.
City of Austin City Council met Aug. 1
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 19, 2023
City of Austin City Council met Tuesday, Aug. 1
Paxton on impeachment acquittal: 'The truth could not be buried by mudslinging politicians or their power beneficiaries'
By Austin Journal Report | Sep 18, 2023
The Texas Senate voted to acquit Texas Attorney General (AG) Ken Paxton on all articles of impeachment, allowing the state’s top law enforcement official to remain in the office he has held since 2015.
City of Austin Energy Utility Oversight Committee met May 16
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 18, 2023
City of Austin Energy Utility Oversight Committee met Tuesday, May 16
City of Austin Housing Public Facility Corporation Board of Directors will meet Sept.21
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 17, 2023
City of Austin Housing Public Facility Corporation Board of Directors will meet at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Sept.21
City of Austin Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors will meet Sept.21
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 16, 2023
City of Austin Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors will meet at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Sept.21
City of Austin City Council met July 20
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 15, 2023
City of Austin City Council met Thursday, July 20
City of Austin City Council will meet Sept. 21
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 15, 2023
City of Austin City Council will meet at 10 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 21
City of Austin Energy Utility Oversight Committee will meet Sept. 19
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 14, 2023
City of Austin Energy Utility Oversight Committee will meet at 9 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 19
City of Austin City Council met Sept. 12
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 13, 2023
City of Austin City Council met Tuesday, Sept. 12
Texas Education Agency delays release of 2023 A-F Accountability Ratings
By Austin Journal | Sep 13, 2023
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has announced a temporary delay in the release of the 2023 A-F accountability ratings for districts and campuses. Originally scheduled for September 28th, the delay will allow TEA to make adjustments to its growth goals. TEA Commissioner Mike Morath stated that the A-F system is designed to reflect how well schools are meeting high expectations and that these adjustments will ensure it continues to serve as a useful tool for parents and educators.
Governor hosts 2023 Star of Texas Awards
By Austin Journal | Sep 13, 2023
Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott hosted the 2023 Star of Texas Awards in Austin on September 11. The ceremony, held on the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, aimed to honor peace officers, first responders, and firefighters. The event was attended by Texas Supreme Court Chief Justice Nathan Hecht, Texas Supreme Court Justices Jimmy Blacklock and Brett Busby, as well as elected officials and the families of first responders.